It’s that time boys and girls, the end of the year approacheth. And with it, so too does a cavalcade of new years resolutions that we’ll all make. While you’re resolving to stay away from chocolate, be more organized, or just be a better person (not that I’m doubting you fair reader, you assuredly are one nice guy/gal), we here at Rekuru are looking back at the past year in the Rekuru End of the Year Special. So kick back, drink the last of that eggnog, and enjoy. More »

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There is a certain narrative about teachers running through modern Japan. It seems to begin with the wise and kind-hearted Kinpachi-sensei, who helps his students through the troubles of their young lives. This is turned on its head with the malevolent Kinpatsu-sensei of Battle Royale, who forces his “students” to kill each other. Then you have Great Teacher Onizuka, the thickheaded biker punk with laughable dreams of becoming like Kinpachi-sensei but who nonetheless, through his good heart, helps his students through the troubles of their young lives. Finally, we have Koji Kumeta’s Zetsubou-Sensei (”Mr. Despair”) who, when not trying to kill himself, tries to convince his students that life is pointless. More »

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This past week marked the Viz Pictures release of 20th Century Boys 1 on DVD, the first in a sure-to-be-a-hit trilogy, as well as first news of Studio Ghibli’s next project. In addition, there were a wide range of subjects explored during the week ranging from japanese travel to literature and even free music (and who doesn’t like free music?). Check it out. More »

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Recently, more and more video games have been getting the manga treatment and it seems the Legend of Zelda is no different. More »

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If you’ve ever dreamed of being a writer for your favorite manga series, this is for you!

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From Ningin: I absolutely love to read. I read everywhere I go- when I’m riding the bus, when I’m in class (though I’m not suppose to), when I’m cooking (which sometimes leads to disastrous results), when I’m fantasizing about kissing Daniel Henney under the stars- just name a place and I’ll read there. Do you know what kind of book I like to read the most? Manga of course! Mangas are like picture books ranging all ages and I wish I had a library full of them. More »

Love was in the air this past week here at Rekuru with the launch of CrazySingleLife. Whether it was j-pop love songs you have to hear, the top official anime couples, or even my modest attempt to play around with cupid’s arrows, this week was all about love. In addition, Link got his train conducting on with the release of The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks which you can read a review of below. More »

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Are you a lover of romance? Do stolen glances and hand brushes make you feel all gooey inside? Then check out my list of top three romantic girls manga. All titles are available in English. More »

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From Ningin: When I first saw the manga titled “Kampfer,” I was expecting something as badass as this (it’s the mobile suit Kampfer from Gundam: War in a Pocket). Obviously, I was disappointed. Until I read the summary for it. Some normal high school boy wakes up as a magical girl. What can go wrong? More »

From Ningin: Nana by Ai Yazwa is chock-filled with rock music, love triangles, hot guys, scandals and comedy: A deliciously perfect recipe for drama. More »