324 - Creator Cross Section 7 - Shigeru Tsuchiyama

324 - Creator Cross Section 7 - Shigeru Tsuchiyama

Author: Manga Mac Crew December 7, 2020 Duration: 1:46:11

On this episode Seamus discusses the penultimate volume of Ôoku: The Inner Chambers and dakazu learns about Miki Yakata's breast cancer recovery in 27-sai no Nyugan Diary! Then we learn about the appeal of manga artist Shigeru Tsuchiyama through his mastery of drawing food and using simple storylines for a new Creator Cross Section!

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Timestamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "Massara" by KANA-BOON from Sarazanmai, Opening, Introductions, Wrestling talk, Winner of our Star Fruit Books Giveaway
  • 00:03:20 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: Dragon Ball Z OST "Prologue", *SPOILERS* Seamus and dakazu discuss if the upcoming ending to Ôoku: The Inner Chambers will just follow historical events
  • 00:15:12 - dakazu reflects on learning more about Nagata Kabi with the end of Meisou Senshi Nagata Kabi
  • 00:18:10 - 27-sai no Nyugan Diary: Boku no Miki-chan ga Nyugan ni natta Hanashiis based on a documentary series about former idol Miki Yakata getting a mastectomy and undergoing cancer treatment
  • 00:23:08 - News: Seven Seas Entertainment announces licenses for Lupin III (Lupin the 3rd): Greatest Heists - The Classic Manga CollectionSeaside Stranger: Umibe no Étranger, Mars RedBooty Royale: Never Go Down Without a Fight!Manga Diary of a Male Porn Star, among others
  • 00:36:21 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Triple Dip, where we read the beginning of three different non-Japanese manga, including: Amazing Agent Luna by Nunzio DeFilippis & Christina Weir ShieiRadiant by Tony Valente, and A Bittersweet Life by Donggeon Lee
  • 00:39:26 - Main Segment Creator Cross Section, Transition Song: "Fiction" by sumiko from Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku, we examine manga by Shigeru Tsuchiyama while searching for common themes throughout his works, Including:
  • 00:43:58 - Kenka Ramen
  • 00:58:45 - Shoku-King
  • 01:05:58 - The Merchant King written by Kengo Kaji
  • 01:14:49 Kuishinbo!
  • 01:23:14 - Risky Business
  • 01:33:13 - Discussion on other works by Shigeru Tsuchiyama and our final thoughts about him as a manga creator
  • 01:44:43 - Next Week's Topic: Amazing Agent Luna/Radiant/A Bittersweet Life, Social Media Rundown, Sign Off Song: "wish men" by sunbrain from Beet the Vandel Buster

Every Monday, the Manga Machinations podcast gathers for a conversation that feels like pulling up a chair with friends who are deeply passionate about comics from Japan. Hosted by dakazu, darfox8, Seamus2389, and Morgana Santilli, the discussions are less about the biggest mainstream hits and more about the hidden gems and foundational works that often fly under the radar. You’ll hear them introduce a wealth of unknown manga you’ve likely never encountered, alongside thoughtful, in-depth retrospective reviews of significant titles. These deep dives have covered works like the poignant comedy of 'Tokyo Tarareba Girls', the cyberpunk dystopia of 'BLAME!', and the legendary, epic scope of Tezuka Osamu's 'Phoenix'. The charm of this podcast lies in the hosts' genuine enthusiasm and varied perspectives, which can make a niche title sound like your next must-read. It’s a weekly exploration for anyone looking to move beyond the surface of manga, offering both discovery and a deeper appreciation for the art form’s vast landscape. For more from the Manga Mac Crew, you can visit their website or reach out via email.
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