Sesho's Anime and Manga Reviews

Sesho's Anime and Manga Reviews

Author: Sesho Language: English Episodes: 530
For over a decade, Sesho's Anime and Manga Reviews has been a consistent voice in the fandom, offering deep dives into the stories that captivate us. Host Sesho approaches each title with the dual perspective of a dedicated fan and a thoughtful critic, creating conversations that are as insightful as they are enthusiastic. This isn't just about what's new and trending; you'll find classic series discussed with the same reverence as the latest seasonal hit, exploring how they hold up and why they mattered. Each episode of the podcast feels like a detailed, personal analysis, breaking down narrative themes, artistic choices, and character development without relying on simple thumbs-up or thumbs-down verdicts. Whether it's a sprawling shonen epic, a poignant slice-of-life manga, or an avant-garde anime film, Sesho examines the work on its own terms. Listeners get a blend of informed critique and genuine passion, making it a perfect companion for anyone who wants to move beyond surface-level reactions. The show covers the vast spectrum of Japanese storytelling, from mainstream pillars to obscure gems, all through a critical and passionate eye. Tune in for a podcast that treats anime and manga with the serious discussion they deserve, while never losing sight of the fun and wonder that draw us to them in the first place.
Episodes
Street Fighter: Sakura Ganbaru! Volume 1 by Masahiko Nakahira [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Manga Review for Street Fighter: Sakura Ganbaru! Volume 1 by Masahiko Nakahira. Translated by Michelle Hayashi and Rie Shibazaki. Adapted by Jim Zubkavich and Matt Moylan. Published by Udon for $12.95, size: 8.1 x 5.8 in…
Episode 38: Hikaru No Go Volume 7 by Yumi Hotta and Takeshi Obata [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:57
Podcast #38 of Sesho's Anime and Manga Reviews. A few comments on Xbox 360 failures and Naruto videogame, a manga writing relative of a co-worker, and the rudeness of ANN, then it's on to a review of Volume 7 of the Hika…
St. Lunatic High School Volume 1 by Majiko! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Review for St. Lunatic High School Volume 1 by Majiko! Translated by Alethea and Athena Nibley for Tokyopop, $9.99. Originally published in Japan by Kadokawa Shoten in 2004. For ages 13+. Niko Kanzaki and her brother Atc…
Episode 37: The Law of Ueki Volume 7 by Tsubasa Fukuchi [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:01
Podcast review for The Law of Ueki Volume 7 by Tsubasa Fukuchi. Translated and adapted by Yoshiko Tokuhara and Filomila Papakonstantinou. Originally published in Japan in 2001 by Shogakukan. Released in the states by Viz…
Episode 36:Ah My Goddess Season 2, Flights of Fancy: Volume 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:36
Reunited And It Feels So Good. After a brief overview of this series, it's on to a podcast review of the third volume of the second season of Ah My Goddess. Keiichi has his hands full when a fourth goddess, Peorth, arriv…
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Pucchan isn't the only puppet on the block anymore. Izumi finds a puppet named Lance in a box in an alley that has the same abilties of sentience as Pucchan. Lance actually knows Pucchan as well. It seems they are old fr…
Episode 35: Kamiyadori Volume 2 by Kei Sanbe [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:08
Episode 35: Manga Podcast Review for Kamiyadori Volume 2 by Kei Sanbe. Translated by Ray Yoshimoto and adapted by Mike Wellman. Published by Tokyopop for $9.99. First published in Japan in 2004 by Kadokawa Shoten. For Ag…
Episode 34:Pick of the Litter Volume 1 by Yuriko Suda [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:43
Podcast review for Pick of the Litter Volume 1 by Yuriko Suda. Translated by Alethea and Athena Nibley. Adapted by Kristin Bailey Murphy. Published by Tokyopop. First published in Japan in 2004 by Kadokawa Shoten. $9.99…
Episode 33: Togari Volume 2 by Yoshinori Natsume [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:55
Togari Volume 2 by Yoshinori Natsume. Translated by Hiroko Yoda and Matt Alt. Published by Viz. First published in Japan in 2001 by Shogakukan. $9.99. Rated T+ for Older Teens. Tobei has been roasting in Hell for around…
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Puri Puri Volume 2 by Chiaki Taro, published by DrMaster, Originally published in Japan in 2005 by Akita, Translated by Daniel Sullivan and Asako Otomo,$9.95, Ages 15+ When Kamioda transferred to the St. Sophia school, h…