#yuzuki shiraishi

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Yuzuki!!

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Watching K-On! and wondering if Jukki Hanada was inspired by it in any way 'cause these character types are unsettingly similar to me.

Maybe it gets less blatant when Azusa comes around, IDK.

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"Up first, we have some GIF files! Wow, check out all the different animation styles!"

"Variety is the spiciness of life, as they say!"

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Yuzuki Shiraishi

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Happy Antarctica Day!

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A Place Further Than the Universe (2018)

 ⋄ Episode 11 — Bash the Drum Can

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All Super Sentai Female Rangers (Main & Sixth):

Peggy Matsuyama (Momorenger)

Karen Mizuki (Heart Queen)

Maria Nagisa (Miss America II)

Akira Momoi (DenziPink)

Miki Momozono (Goggle Pink)

Rei Tachibana (Dyna Pink)

Jun Yabuki (Yellow Four II) & Hikaru Katsuragi (Pink Five)

Sayaka Nagisa (Change Mermaid) & Mai Tsubasa (Change Phoenix)

Sarah (Yellow Flash) & Lou (Pink Flash)

Haruka (Yellow Mask) & Momoko (Pink Mask)

Megumi Misaki (Blue Dolphin)

Haruna Morikawa (Pink Turbo)

Kazumi Hoshikawa (Five Pink) & Remi Hoshikawa (Five Yellow)

Kaori Rokumeikan (White Swan) & Ako Hayasaka (Blue Swallow)

Mei (PteraRanger)

Lin (HououRanger)

Tsuruhime (Ninja White)

Juri Nijo (OhYellow) & Momo Maruo (OhPink)

Natsumi Shinohara (Yellow Racer) & Yoko Yagami (Pink Racer)

Chisato Jogasaki (MegaYellow) & Miku Imamura (MegaPink)

Saya (GingaPink)

Matsuri Tatsumi (GoPink)

Yuri (Time Pink)

Sae Taiga (GaoWhite)

Nanami Nono (Hurricane Blue)

Ranru Itsuki (AbareYellow)

Marika "Jasmine" Reimon (DekaYellow) & Koume "Umeko" Kodo (DekaPink)

Houka Ozu (MagiPink) & Urara Ozu (MagiBlue)

Lilina/"Natsuki Mamiya" (BoukenYellow) & Sakura Nishihori (BoukenPink)

Ran Uzaki (GekiYellow)

Saki Royama (Go-On Yellow) & Miu Suto (Go-On Silver)

Mako Shiraishi (ShinkenPink) & Kotoha Hanaori (ShinkenYellow)

Eri (GoseiPink) & Moune (GoseiYellow)

Luka Millfy (GokaiYellow) & Ahim de Famille (GokaiPink)

Yoko Usami (Yellow Buster)

Amy Yuzuki (KyoryuPink)

Mio Natsume (ToQ 3) & Kagura Izumi (ToQ 5)

Fuuka Igasaki (ShiroNinger) & Kasumi Momochi (MomoNinger)

Sela (ZyuohShark) & Amu (ZyuohTiger)

Hammie (ChameleonGreen) & Raptor283 (WashiPink)

Umika Hayami (LupinYellow) & Tsukasa Myojin (Patren 3)

Asuna (RyusoulPink)

Sena Hayami (KirameiGreen) & Sayo Oharu (KirameiPink)

Magine (ZenkaiMagine)

Haruka Kito (Oni Sister)

Hymeno Ran (KamakiriOhger) & Rita Kaniska (PapillonOhger)

Mira Shifuto (BoomPink)

Luna Iwashimizu (AkibaBlue II) & Yuko Yamada/"Yumeria Moegi" (AkibaYellow)

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Happy Antarctica Day!

A Place Further than the Universe

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Media Analysis: A Place Further Than The Universe (Eps 1-4)

Just from the first four episodes of A Place Further than the Universe, themes of self discovery, ambition, and the pursuit of the extraordinary are slowly shown and developed. Beneath the rather wholesome story of the four protagonists, Mari Tamaki, Shirase Kobuchizawa, Hinata Miyake, and Yuzuki Shiraishi, lies a subtle critique of societal structures, including capitalism.

The opening episodes has Mari struggling with a sense of stagnation in her life, where she feels trapped in the mononymous routine of her high school years, yearning to make the most out of her youth, as described in her diary. However, she always fails to do anything due to her fear of failure. In Haber's Emancipation from Capitalism, Haber describes how capitalism can often halt one's power by prioritizing conformity and discouraging activities that wouldn't present measurable outcomes. Particularly in Japan, there is an emphasis on productivity and linear success, where steering away from the norm isn't common, and often risky. Mari's hesitation in taking action can be tied to Haber's critiques as explained, where there is fear in stepping outside of societal acceptions.

Shirase Kobuchizawa symbolizes resistance to this conformity. Her overall goal of traveling to Antarctica, despite widespread disbelief amongst her peers, is a direct challenge to societal norms, where Haber describes the liberating potential of rejecting capitalism. Her determination to pursue something that would be deemed "unproductive" to others like her expedition to Antarctica undermines a capitalistic narrative of value that is tied to only economic or materialistic outcomes.

Yuzuki Shiraishi's introduction adds another layer to the critique of capitalism. As a child, she was forced to be an actress and idol, never having time for school or friends; her value was tied to her marketability. This and the fact that her mother wanted her to initially go on the Antarctica trip solely for publicity rather than personal growth emphasizes Haber's argument that capitalism transforms every aspect of life into commodities.

Overall, A Place Further than the Universe uses the characters' journey and experiences as a way to discuss niche topics of capitalism, such as societal expectations and commodification that impact individuals globally, showcasing a visual resistance to the persuasive influence of a capitalistic system.

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A Place Further Than the Universe ep. 1-4

I have never watched this show before, let alone even heard of it before this class. Despite this, I think that this anime, at least from what I have watched so far, seems to be fun! I am not one to usually put on an anime like this (my favorite anime is Banana Fish), so watching A Place Further than the Universe felt refreshing and new. Some things that I found interesting or note-worthy was the use of distance and direction.

Regarding the use of direction in the film, the four main characters of the show (Mari Tamaki, Shirase Kobuchizawa, Hinata Miyake, and Yuzuki Shiraishi), all have the desire to travel south to Antarctica. In Chinese feng shui, the south represents reputation and fame, which are the goals of Yuzuki Shiraishi and Shirase Kobuchizawa. Specifically, Yuzuki Shiraishi is being sent to Antarctica to film and broadcast daily life in the harsh conditions of the continent. Meanwhile, Shirase Kobuchizawa, who intends on finding her mother, also has a motive to prove her doubters wrong. Mari Tamaki and Hinata Miyake, on the other hand, have other motivations for going. Namely, they want to go to essentially have an adventure and to live their life since they are still young. 

Furthermore, the utilization of distance in the show also seemed substantial to me. First of all, each of the characters seemed to live a good distance away from one another, often invoking the use of trains for transportation. This distance emphasizes that meeting new people is spontaneous, and finding new friends and opportunities often means finding the right people at the right place and at the right time. Also, the desire to travel thousands of miles away from their home signified to me that the characters were unsatisfied with their lives whether or not that is physically or mentally, signifying that they want to put distance between themselves and their past/current realities. 

Overall, I can not wait to see what you guys have to say about this anime, as well as what the next four episodes have in store!

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A Place Further than the Universe Directed by Atsuko Ishizuka; Written by Jukki Hanada

A Place Further than the Universe narrated themes of personal growth, environmental acknowledgement, and the importance of friendships and creating bonds. It is a great slice of life anime starring 4 young women heading towards Antarctica with dreams to become something and determinism. I resonate with Mari as I am afraid to step out of my comfort with the fear of not knowing what to expect in a new territory. 

PERSONAL GROWTH

One theme that struck out to me the most was their personal growth through their journey to Antarctica. With Shirase’s case, she became a leading example for her friends and developed emotional maturity despite her challenge of her mother’s disappearance.  Mari confronted her fears and gained a sense of purpose in life. Hinata learned new talents about herself and the value of self-acceptance. Yukuki learned what true friendship is through Hinata, Shirase, and Mari. All four girls combated the societal pressure to conform and to live to others expectations by pursuing their own aspirations. I believe many cultures globally deal with the issue of conformity with the fear following their own dreams. Many of that comes from the disapproval of parents or being the oddball. 

They all showcased strength throughout the whole journey. There were many downs that could have casted doubt, ended their friendship, or ended the trip to Antarctica. They preserved through it. Support through friendships and family can help overcome obstacles which is a value that is globally expressed.

Global Environmental Issues

Another theme that was presented in this anime was environmental acknowledgement. The expedition’s team encountered the harsh Antarctic environment as they tried to understand issues surrounding the ecosystem. This anime addresses climate change that is happening all around the world and it is affecting us in our everyday lives. The preservation of  natural environments and raising awareness about human impact on ecosystems is very important globally.

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#sidebar one of the things that makes both apfttu and ngnl work so well is that ishizuka emphasizes banter timing #not just at a faster pace but also with overlaps in speaking #like a more polished version of matsuo kou's approach to pre-recorded dialogue #paired with just as much visual emphasis on reactions and character chemistry becomes much more palpable #whereas yamada has pointed reactions; ishizuka lets them run simultaneously #so ishizuka is comparable to hatakeyama

ermegerd is she a canon soft butch

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A Place Further Than the Universe

Despite being familiar with anime before attending this class, I was not acquainted with the anime A Place Further Than the Universe. Categorized as a comedy and slice-of-life anime, A Place Further Than the Universe provided a lighthearted perspective on the nature of capitalism and consumerism within Japanese society. Following a group of four high school girls traveling to Antarctica, the film trails the main character, Mari Tamaki, as she befriends Shirase Kobuchizawa in order to indulge in her youth and live life to the fullest. With Shirase searching for her "missing" mother in Antarctica, both girls are eventually joined by Hinata Miyake and Yuzuki Shiraishi along the way.

As a wholesome friendship is fostered between the four girls, they indulge in their youth and embark on journeys together to reach Antarctica. In each episode, the girls slowly discover and discern the world around them as they acquire new experiences in each episode. For instance, the girls travel to Shinjuku City to learn more about the civilian expedition to Antarctica. As the girls explore the bustling city of Shinjuku, their amazement at the bright lights and various attractions surrounding them further emphasizes Japan's reliance on consumerism. As the show progresses, Tamaki comments that everyone will "keep living their lives" (episode 6) and that nothing will change after they return from their expedition. Because Tamaki explicitly states this, the show further reinforces the concept of capitalism being cyclic and somewhat monotonous. Nearing the end of the show, episode twelve features the captain of the expedition stating that the "ideas we latch onto aren't enough to motivate us." Ultimately, the expedition's captain emphasizes that happiness in a capitalistic society is not attained through things we perceive will bring us joy, like materials and consumerism. Instead, happiness is discovered through purpose, fulfillment, and hard work. Demonstrating this principle, Shirase believed that achieving her goal of traveling to Antarctica and finding her mom would bring her joy. However, she explained that she felt somewhat "void," ultimately obtaining fulfillment through her friendships with the other girls. Although I do not usually view slice-of-life anime, A Place Further Than the Universe was a light-hearted, comedic watch overall.

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Tales of Festival 2023's guest voice actor cast has been revealed! 

Tales of Festival 2023 will be held on June 10-11, 2023 at Yokohama Arena.

Day One Cast (June 10, Saturday)

Masaya Onosaka (Zelos Wilder - Tales of Symphonia) - MC

Katsuyuki Konoshi (Lloyd Irving - Tales of Symphonia)

Chihiro Suzuki (Luke fon Fabre - Tales of the Abyss)

Akiko Kimura (Ruca Milda - Tales of Innocence R)

Yuko Sasamoto (Iria Animi - Tales of Innocence R)

Kosuke Toriumi (Yuri Lowell - Tales of Vesperia)

Rika Morinaga (Rita Mordio - Tales of Vesperia)

Marina Inoue (Kohaku Hearts - Tales of Hearts R)

Masaya Matsukaze (Hisui Hearts - Tales of Hearts R)

Rina Satou (Velvet Crowe - Tales of Berseria)

Azumi Asakura (Laphicet - Tales of Berseria)

Natsuki Hanae (Ix Nieves/Ickx Neve - Tales of the Rays)

Takuya Satou (Alphen - Tales of Arise)

Shino Shimoji (Shionne - Tales of Arise)

Day Two Cast (June 11, Sunday)

Masaya Onosaka (Zelos Wilder - Tales of Symphonia) - MC

Ryoka Yuzuki (Reala - Tales of Destiny 2)

Toshihiko Seki (Loni Dunamis - Tales of Destiny 2)

Katsuyuki Konoshi (Lloyd Irving - Tales of Symphonia)

Ryo Hirohashi (Shirley Fennes - Tales of Legendia)

Ryoko Shiraishi (Jay - Tales of Legendia)

Masumi Asano (Chloe Valens - Tales of Legendia)

Chihiro Suzuki (Luke fon Fabre - Tales of the Abyss)

Yukana (Tear Grants - Tales of the Abyss)

Eiji Takemoto (Raven - Tales of Vesperia)

Takashi Kondo (Ludger Will Kresnik - Tales of Xillia 2)

Mariya Ise (Elle Mel Marta - Tales of Xillia 2)

Kohei Amasaki (Kanata Hjuger - Tales of Crestoria)

Yui Ishikawa (Misella - Tales of Crestoria)

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Happy Antarctica Day!

Sora yori mo Tooi Basho | A Place Further than the Universe

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A Place Further Than the Universe

This series is a slice of life that follows the journey of four high school girls who embark on an expedition to Antarctica, each with their own personal motivations and dreams. The 4 girls that embark in this trip have unique reasons to do so, Mari Tamaki dreams of making the most of her youth and doing something extraordinary; Shirase Kobuchizawa is determined to go to Antarctica to find her mother, who disappeared during an expedition; Hinata Miyake seeks adventure and a break from her past; and Yuzuki Shiraishi hopes to form genuine friendships away from her child actress career. This is a series about friendship and teamwork, journey, personal growth, grief and acceptance, adventure, dreams, and so much more.

On a more serious matter, this series touches on real issues like societal expectations and the immense pressure that is put on Japanese youth to fit into a certain mold. Suicide is a real issue for Japanese society, although it is not one of the top 10 highest rates of suicides in a country it's still the leading cause of death in men between the ages of 20-44 and women between the ages of 15-34. We see this in the series through the numerous occasions where Shirase is bullied for having the dream of going to Antarctica.

This series made me reflect on my own life, I was raised in Colombia, and for 18 years I spent my time with friends and family making lifelong connections with these wonderful human beings. But, after many years of being apart and only visiting in December vacations, I miss them a lot and often I think about those wonderful experiences that I had with them. Very similar to the series, I also had many adventures with my friends and many times where we needed to support each other in terrible times. One of my closest friends sadly her sister took her own life due to depression and other mental issues, he had to grow through a similar grievance and acceptance process as Shirase, me and our friends were there to support him through this as true friends that we are.