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2AM OTTACK! - Anime Manga Podcast -

OTTACK! PODCAST

Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku and 30+ year American anime otaku! Get to know more about Japan and Japanese words from anime/manga at the end of each episode. ◎All the links: https://linktr.ee/OTTACK_PODCAST 3AM オタック！!: https://open.spotify.com/show/3g0RUBdSIyycbujPMUHTAH?si=8e65e49c21374e42 #anime #animepodcast #ottack #ottackers #manga

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00:30:46

#76 Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26 Part 1: A Fine Young...

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2025/11/13

In this episode, we talk about the first four episodes of "Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26", the anime adaptation of "Tatsuki Fujimoto: Before Chainsaw Man (17-21)". From trying to interpret whether the creator is trying to say anything about animal agriculture in "A Couple Clucking Chickens Were Still Kickin' in the Schoolyard" to speculating about the alternate possible ending of "Sasaki Stopped a Bullet", we give hot takes and additional context for these four short animated films. Which was your

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00:28:40

#75 Anyone Can Cook… In Another World With an Absurd...

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2025/11/08

In this episode, we discuss “Campfire Cooking in Another World with my Absurd Skill,” or “Tondemo Skiru de Isekai Houroumeshi” which is an absurd title no matter what language it’s in. From the loveable cast to the extravagantly drawn food, we enjoy this anime like a gourmet enjoys a finely cooked meal. Join us as we explore definitions, why isekai is such a common setting, and some entrepreneurial ideas for how to parlay this anime into an ingredient-delivery

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00:32:33

#74 Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc - 2 Chainz 2 Furious

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2025/10/30

In this episode we discuss our reactions to the Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc feature film. There’s a lot to be surprised about here, including who liked the movie more, our feelings about the film’s nudity, what Chainsaw Man is or isn’t trying to say, and our favorite parts. Find out what bakudan means and why Beam is the true star of this film. Maybe. (contains spoiler)...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the

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00:26:37

#73 Who Wants to Be a Kamen Rider? Tojima Tanzaburo!

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2025/10/22

In this episode, we talk about “Tojima Tanzaburo Wants to Be a Kamen Rider”, which Cisco insists on calling “40sai kara Kamen Rider” (Kamen Rider Starting at 40? The 40-Year-Old Kamen Rider?) Learn more about this unique series’ plot, the history of Kamen Rider, the power of nostalgia, and why the Kamen Riders look like bugs. Just kidding. That last part is an eternal mystery.#tojimawantstobeakamenrider

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00:26:11

#72 Perfect 100 (Meters) - Hyakuten Manten HyakuM

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2025/10/15

In this episode, we talk about the newly released (in the US) film, 100 Meters. Originally a manga by Uoto, the same author who created Orb: On the Movements of the Earth, we glaze this movie so hard you’d think it was ceramic. Find out what we thought of the characters, sound design, music, and animation filming techniques of this modern masterpiece of an anime movie. What do Japanese people call a false start? Definitely not “100 Meters”, that’s for

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00:23:05

#71 I Spy x Family x 3

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2025/10/09

In this episode, we talk about Spy x Family, with a focus on the first episode of Season 3, our predictions about where the series is going this season, what our code names would be if we were spies, and most importantly, how incredibly amazing the new opening theme song is, because it’s by the best band of all time, Spitz. Seriously. If Spitz made an 80 minute movie that was really just a listening party for their new album, Cisco would see it multiple times in

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00:20:01

#70 Gachiakuta: The Most Garbage Anime Ever

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2025/10/03

In this episode, we talk about Crunchyroll’s #1 worldwide streaming anime, Gachiakuta, and our reactions to its plot, characters, and music. Despite being all about garbage, we like it even more than we like participating in community trash cleanups! Come for the boss opening theme song breakdown, stay for the biting social commentary and sympathy for death-metal level despair over the current state of the environment and

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00:22:12

#69 Chainsaw Man Recap Arc - SawMan ReChained

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2025/09/23

In this episode, we talk about the upcoming Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc movie, and discuss our reactions to the Chainsaw Man Recap Arc episodes. Is the leaner, meaner, infinitesimally more loyal to the manga version worth having lost the best ending song of all time? What the heck is the difference between a Majin and an Akuma? Find out by listening! (Spoiler alert)Listen

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00:25:19

#68 Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle -...

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2025/09/17

In this episode, we share our experiences of seeing Kimetsu no Yaiba: Demon Slayer The Movie Infinity Castle Arc Chapter One Akaza Returns (the full title) in 4DX. What's 4DX? Who fell asleep? What was different between the Japanese and American audiences and reactions? Find out the answers to these questions and more by listening!Listen also...https://youtu.be/MvmoAMbjOQY?si=wg6PoH15uqeDcqdi...........................................................................................Join us to

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00:22:59

#67 The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity - The...

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2025/09/09

In this episode we discuss how “The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity” might be the most Japanese anime ever made in terms of its relentless apologizing, formal thank-yous, and characters with absolutely abysmal levels of self-esteem. Join us to learn about the puns on the characters’ names, wallow in nostalgia for when you were too shy to ask someone out (or bask in the glow of knowing your kid has finally made friends), and learn the subtle differences between ways to say you’re sorry in

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00:29:14

#66 Emo Horror with Great Music? The Summer Hikaru Died

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2025/09/03

In this episode, we talk about the plot of episodes 1-8 of The Summer Hikaru Died, focusing on the music used in the show (especially that incredibly moving choral piece!), whether the nature of Yoshiki and Hikaru’s relationship matters that much, and whether we’ve ever seen a wig ghost.Listen also...https://youtu.be/2O5eGTamHUE?si=9ksb9gG1dnp2GweKCheck this awesome translation and singing of "Hibi no Kage"

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00:28:31

#65 Openings, Endings, and Dandadan Season 2

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2025/08/27

In this episode, we discuss the opening and ending theme songs for Dandadan Season 2 as well as the events of episodes 1-8. What happened to the revolution in AiNA THE END’s Kakumei Douchuu? What’s wrong with WurtS’s Doukashiteru? Why is Yoshiki of X Japan wearing a neck brace? Are you Dandadown to find out?Listen also...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kmsN4LSnNg4&t=1140s...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep

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00:23:59

#64 Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle and Japanese Theaters!

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2025/08/19

In this episode, Cisco recounts his experience of seeing Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - Infinity Castle (that's a mouthful) at a Japanese theater in Akita prefecture. In addition to sharing thoughts about the film itself, we explore the differences between seeing movies in Japan and the US and where we see things going from here! Warning: contains some SPOILERS for Infinity Castle, primarily who fights

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00:18:33

#63 Takopi: The Final Sin

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2025/08/12

In this episode we wrap up our conversation about Takopi's Original Sin by discussing the events of the final episode and what the series is trying to say. Do you agree with our critiques? How do YOU think the series should have wrapped up? Listen and let us know what you think!...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our

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00:23:13

#62 Takopi's Original Sin - The Cycle of Abuse-pi

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2025/07/29

In this episode we talk about episodes 3-5 of the new Netflix anime Takopi's Original Sin, breaking down what we think is going on in the series' timeline and with the characters, as well as speculating about what the show is trying to say about abusers, victims, and people caught in between. While this episode might not make you feel that good, we hope it will make you think!https://youtu.be/gr9eOjZvGFs?si=REVTGg3OS4vmildd

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00:26:43

#61 The Summer We Watched "The Summer Hikaru Died"

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2025/07/23

In this episode we talk about the new Netflix anime "The Summer Hikaru Died" - we talk about the plot's set-up, the characters' accents, the depiction of the Japanese countryside, and of course our opinions about the opening and ending theme songs. What would we change if we could? Listen and find out!...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and

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00:23:13

#60 Apothecary Diaries: Can't Take It Any (Tama)Mo

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2025/07/15

In this episode, we break down some of the events of the final episodes of The Apothecary Diaries. Who's Tamamo? What's up with that jade cicada? Why does Mayu think Sir Jinshi is "like a little child?" Listen and find out!...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as well as the history and culture behind them through our distinct perspectives as a born-and-raised Japanese non-otaku

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00:24:29

#59 Takopi's Original Sin: Dark Doraemon

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2025/07/08

In this episode we talk about the new Netflix anime Takopi's Original Sin, and give our thoughts on the opening and ending theme songs, the ending's official music video, the themes and social problems depicted in the anime, and the story's twists and turns. Join us to learn more about "ijime" in Japan and hear our reactions to this show!...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig deep into the world of anime and manga as

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00:24:01

#58 DanDan DanDaDan: Evil Eye (the Movie!)

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2025/07/01

In this episode, Cisco shares his reactions and thoughts to the first three episodes of the second season of DanDaDan, released in American theaters (and worldwide!) as DanDaDan: Evil Eye. How is the co-directing working out? What’s different from the first season? Why the hell don’t these “first three episode” movies ever include the opening or ending theme songs? Listen for (most of) the answers!Listen

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00:20:13

#57 Cowboy Bebop Revived: Lazarus

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2025/06/24

In this episode we discuss the newest project from Shinichiro Watanabe, Lazarus. We cover the story, characters, opening and ending theme songs, and what the series is trying to say and how it might end. How similar is this to the original Cowboy Bebop? How did a more international team affect this show? Listen to our thoughts, watch it for yourself, and let us know what you think!...........................................................................................Join us to explore and dig

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