Graphic Novel Biographies | José Rizal

09.05.2019 – There are biographies now as told through a graphic novel that are popular and good reads in other countries. It so happens, the Philippines never get much of that material. But sometime in July 2018 a Japanese author named Takahiro Matsui and illustrator Ryo Konno through publisher TORICO was able to produce ten chapters of what would be the life of Jose Rizal, the Philippines’ National Hero. It was the right timing for the creative team to announce that they have put together the story of the country’s National Hero. It was a first for Jose Rizal’s life to be told through Manga format and the first Graphic Biography from two artists from Japan. Takahiro Matsui is a teacher in Japan teaching Nihongo to Filipino children and it inspired him to write about the book to also teach his pupils living in his country about the roots of the Philippines. He was also inspired by Jose Rizal not only being a nationalist but wanting equality for his country and its people.

Manga Library in Japan's Corner!

01.05.2015 – If you’re a hardcore Japanese culture enthusiast or an Otaku then you must have heard about a place that sells original second hand Manga titles. For years the Philippines have become a fan crazed nation into Japanese anime and music. It has become an influence from the 1970s Super Robots to anime and anything from the rising sun you’ll see why Filipinos like it.

Edge of Tomorrow New Trailer!

03.28.2014 – Edge of Tomorrow based from an original Japanese Manga with some elements of “Ground Hog Day” having science fiction elements slowly getting the attention that this is not just another Tom Cruise film. While the original novel by Hiroshi Sakurazaka carried a different title, but still inspired a would-be box office film that certainly a sci-fi thriller that really kicks some serious alien ass. Warner Bros. Picture Studios and Village Roadshow released a new trailer…

Attack on Titan Live Action Subaru Advert!

01.25.2014 – If you’re a fan of the popular Japanese series Attack on Titan perhaps you’ve been aware how they market it as part of another famous brand. Subaru one of Japan’s famous car manufacturers is promoting the latest Forrester SUV in this year’s model explaining the details of its capabilities handling on the road and facing the Titans.

The Untold Manga Series in Wolverine: Prodigal Son!

08.04.2012 – Wolverine is an iconic character who first appeared in the Giant X-Men #1 comic book along with new members of the mutants. He’s Canadian only known for the name Logan and practically everyone has known already his real name James Howlett revealed in the Origin graphic novel written by Bill Jemas, Joe Quesada, and Paul Jenkins. The art was illustrated by Andy Kubert with colors by Richard Isanove which was released originally as a mini-series from 2001-2002.

Rurouni Kenshin Live Action Movie poster debuts online

With a new trailer debuting this week to hype the release of the live action Rurouni Kenshin movie in August, it seems the very first official poster has also made its way online!

There he is, Takeru Satoh (Kamen Rider Den-O) as Himura Kenshin... formerly known as Hitokiri Battousai! If you haven't seen the trailer yet, check it out here to compliment the release of this fashionably awesome new poster!

Rurouni Kenshin debuts in Japanese theaters on August 25!

*Originally posted by Timzster in The Crusader's Realm

Rurouni Kenshin 2nd Trailer arrives online

Via JEFusion, the second trailer for the live action adaptation of Nobuhiko Watsuki's Rurouni Kenshin. Starring Takeru Satoh of Kamen Rider Den-O fame as Kenshin Himura, the movie will focus on the first story arc with Kenshin's introduction and eventually squaring off against Jine, the Oniwabanshu, and Saito Hajime. Emi Takei plays Kamiya Kaoru, Munetaka Aoki will play Sagara Sanosuke, Yuu Aoi is Megumi Takani, and Taketo Tanaka will be Myojin Yahiko. Musician and actor Koji Kikkawa of Kamen Rider W fame (he played Kamen Rider Skull) will play the deadly Jine Udo, while Yosuke Eguchi will take on the role of Saito Hajime. If you haven't already, check out the second trailer below!

Rurouni Kenshin Live-Action Official Pics Released!

Following up on a first-look scan released a few days ago and via a post at Anime News Network, the staff and makers of next year's upcoming live action adaptation of "Rurouni Kenshin". Also known as "Samurai X" in the US and based on the manga and anime series of the same name created by Nobuhiro Watsuki, the movie will premiere on August, and will star Takeru Satoh of Kamen Rider Den-O fame as the legendary slasher Kenshin Himura himself, with Emi Takei playing his love interest Kamiya Kaoru, who is pictured below.

More pics can be seen via the source post at ANN, so be sure to check that out as well!

The live-action movie adaptation of Rurouni Kenshin is slated for release in Japan on August 25, 2012!

*Originally posted by Timzster in The Crusader's Realm

Rurouni Kenshin | Samurai X Returns with New Anime!

As reported in Anime News Network, The June issue of Japan's Shueisha Jump Square magazine announced that a new anime project based on Nobuhiro Watsuki's Rurouni Kenshin has been given the go signal for development!