Anime Evolution 2015 Photographer Feature: Scott Tsai Studio

Anime Evolution 2015 Photographer Feature: Scott Tsai Studio

With Anime Evolution 2015 being the first anime convention we've attended since coming back from our hiatus, we've decided...

Anime Evolution 2015 - We're Back!

Anime Evolution 2015 - We're Back!

Jumping right into things after our nearly two-year-long hiatus, we found ourselves attending for the very first time AniEvo,...

We're going to Anime Evolution 2015

We're going to Anime Evolution 2015

It has been quite awhile since I have attended an anime convention, but I cannot be happier to announce...

We're on Hiatus - UPDATED!

We're on Hiatus - UPDATED!

Greetings readers and followers of SUTORAIKUanime. In case you haven't noticed, this site has been anything but active for...

Tsun + Dere REBIRTH

Tsun + Dere REBIRTH

Tis I DuoMatrix... Huh? You are wondering who I am? I guess you could say that I am a...

Adapting JRPGs into English Is More Difficult than It Sounds

Adapting JRPGs into English Is More Difficult than It Sounds

This is an interesting and rather relevant article I stumbled upon while browsing through Kotaku, shedding some light on...

SUTORAIKUanime Exclusive: Interview with Yamaguchi Kappei

SUTORAIKUanime Exclusive: Interview with Yamaguchi Kappei

SUTORAIKUanime is pleased to share our exclusive interview with the highly versatile and legendary voice actor Yamaguchi Kappei at...

SUTORAIKUanime Exclusive: Interview with Furuya Toru

SUTORAIKUanime Exclusive: Interview with Furuya Toru

SUTORAIKUanime is pleased to share our exclusive interview with highly prolific and timeless voice actor Furuya Toru at...

Hayao Miyazaki Retires at Age 72

Hayao Miyazaki Retires at Age 72

Studio Ghibli President Hoshino Koji announced Sunday that the highly acclaimed, world-renowned Oscar-winning director will retire from making...

Anime Revolution 2013 - We're Back!

Anime Revolution 2013 - We're Back!

It's been an exhausting non-stop three days of fun at AniRevo 2013, and we have nothing but exciting...

SUTORAIKUv3 Beta is Live!

SUTORAIKUv3 Beta is Live!

Welcome to SUTORAIKUv3 Beta, a brand-new relaunch of SUTORAIKUanime, completely re-imagined from the bottom up. ...

Studio Ghibli 16 Film Retrospective Ticket Giveaway

Studio Ghibli 16 Film Retrospective Ticket Giveaway

Due to popular request, The Cinematheque is bringing back the smash-hit retrospective Castles in the Sky: The Return of...

We're going to Anime Revolution 2013

We're going to Anime Revolution 2013

After bringing our readers exclusive coverage and having a blast at last year's Anime Revolution, the first one ever,...

Castles in the Sky: The Return of Studio Ghibli

Castles in the Sky: The Return of Studio Ghibli

By popular demand, The Cinematheque is back with the return of the smash-hit retrospective, Castles in the Sky: The Return...

SUTORAIKUanime 4th Anniversary Reader Appreciation Giveaway Event

SUTORAIKUanime 4th Anniversary Reader Appreciation Giveaway Event

It's hard to believe that we've already been on the net for four years. From our small beginnings...

Sakura-Con 2013 - Aoi Eir and Haruna Luna

Sakura-Con 2013 - Aoi Eir and Haruna Luna

This year's musical guests featured Aoi Eir and Haruna Luna, both having a role in the anime Sword Art...

Interview with Aoi Eir & Haruna Luna

Interview with Aoi Eir & Haruna Luna

SUTORAIKUanime joined several other media outlets in a press conference conducted at Sakura-Con 2013 with musical artists Aoi Eir...

Interview with Kawahara Reki

Interview with Kawahara Reki

SUTORAIKUanime joined several other media outlets in a press conference conducted at Sakura-Con 2013 with Accel World and Sword...

Sakura-Con 2013 - Special Guests

Sakura-Con 2013 - Special Guests

Being the huge Sword Art Online fan I am, realizing that the creator of the entire SAO franchise would...

Sakura-Con 2013 - We're Back!

Sakura-Con 2013 - We're Back!

Every year for the past three years, we have ventured out of Vancouver, driving two hours south of the...

We're going to Sakura-Con 2013

We're going to Sakura-Con 2013

From March 29-31, SUTORAIKUanime's akinari-kun will be present at Seattle's Sakura-Con covering the event. This year, we've managed to...

Izakaya, what's the big deal?

Izakaya, what's the big deal?

I'll admit it, I love food. But more importantly, I love eating trying out different cuisines from all around...

Sakura-Con to Host Sword Art Online Mega Pack Guest Line-Up

Sakura-Con to Host Sword Art Online Mega Pack Guest Line-Up

Being the huge SAO fans we are, we were absolutely ecstatically delighted and rather surprised to discover that Sakura-Con would be hosting...

Studio Ghibli 14 Film Retrospective Ticket Giveaway

Studio Ghibli 14 Film Retrospective Ticket Giveaway

We've teamed up with The Cinematheque in Vancouver to offer two sets of two tickets, one set for Facebook...

The Cinematheque and the Vancity Theatre Co-Host 14 Film Studio Ghibli Retrospective in Vancouver

The Cinematheque and the Vancity Theatre Co-Host 14 Film Studio Ghibli Retrospective in Vancouver

The Cinematheque and the Vancity Theatre have teamed up to present a rare opportunity for fans of all ages...

Happy 1000 posts!

Happy 1000 posts!

Over the years, SUTORAIKUanime has really transformed from what was originally a pure personal hobby of mine, to a...

SUTORAIKUanime Exclusive: Interview with Nakata Jouji

SUTORAIKUanime Exclusive: Interview with Nakata Jouji

SUTORAIKUanime is pleased to share our exclusive interview with the highly prolific and talented voice actor Nakata Jouji at Anime...

Anime Revolution 2012 - Special Guests

Anime Revolution 2012 - Special Guests

There were a couple guests which we were very excited to meet in person, one of which is none...

SUTORAIKUanime Exclusive: Senbonzakura @ Anime Revolution 2012

SUTORAIKUanime Exclusive: Senbonzakura @ Anime Revolution 2012

One of the greatest things about attending anime conventions is bumping into many comrades, some plain-clothed, some cosplaying. We...

Anime Revolution 2012 - We're Back!

Anime Revolution 2012 - We're Back!

After a long three days of tireless work, we're finally back from Vancouver's first Anime Revolution. Attending this convention...

Anime Revolution 2012 - Merchandise

Anime Revolution 2012 - Merchandise

Each anime convention has their own unique exhibitor's hall, where all the anime merchandise one could ever want is...

Anime Revolution 2012 - Cosplayers

Anime Revolution 2012 - Cosplayers

One of the most exciting things to do at an anime convention is to see all the hoards of...

Anime Revolution Cosplay Show 2012 - Leilica

Anime Revolution Cosplay Show 2012 - Leilica

SUTORAIKUanime had a chance to visit Anime Revolution's Cosplay Show at the Summer Night Market in Vancouver, BC....

We're going to Anime Revolution 2012

We're going to Anime Revolution 2012

From August 17-19, SUTORAIKUanime's akinari-kun will be present at Vancouver's newest anime convention Anime Revolution. We'll be walking around...

SUTORAIKUanime Exclusive: Interview with Animenz

SUTORAIKUanime Exclusive: Interview with Animenz

SUTORAIKUanime had a chance to sit down with Animenz, well-known around the interwebs for his world-class anime music transcriptions...

Interview with Urobuchi Gen, Iwakami Atsuhiro, and Ota Katsushi

Interview with Urobuchi Gen, Iwakami Atsuhiro, and Ota Katsushi

SUTORAIKUanime is pleased to share our exclusive interview with Fate/Zero and Mahou Shoujo Madoka Magica writer Urobuchi Gen, along...

Sakura-Con 2012 - Stereopony

Sakura-Con 2012 - Stereopony

One of this year's musical guests at Sakura-Con was all-girl Jrock band Stereopony. Known for their song "Hitohara no...

Sakura-Con 2012 - Special Guests

Sakura-Con 2012 - Special Guests

The guest list this year at Sakura-Con was nothing short of spectacular. The big three, Urobuchi Gen, Iwakami Atsuhiro,...

Sakura-Con 2012 - Cosplayers

Sakura-Con 2012 - Cosplayers

One of the most enjoyable things to do during a con is to feast your eyes on the...

Sakura-Con 2012 - Merchandise

Sakura-Con 2012 - Merchandise

Right after the opening ceremony ended, I made my way towards the exhibitor's hall, where all the anime...

Sakura-Con 2012 - We're Back!

Sakura-Con 2012 - We're Back!

We're finally back from Sakura-Con, feet and legs numb, and wallet empty. For those who are unfamiliar with Sakura-Con, it is the...

Itasha and drifting (Pt. II), what's the big deal?

Itasha and drifting (Pt. II), what's the big deal?

About a year ago, the first WTBD? post kicked off the series of posts focusing on interesting aspects of...

Sakura and Hanami, what's the big deal?

Sakura and Hanami, what's the big deal?

With spring already arriving for several parts of the world, sakura trees are blooming with their blissful pink blossoms....

We're going to Sakura-Con 2012

We're going to Sakura-Con 2012

From April 6-8, SUTORAIKUanime's akinari-kun and SabishiiMiruku will be present at Seattle's Sakura-Con covering the event, joined by Radiant from...

Welcome to v2

Welcome to v2

It's finally here. ...

Aikido at Kotatsu 2012, what's the big deal?

Aikido at Kotatsu 2012, what's the big deal?

While visiting Kotatsu, I went and checked out the Aikido demonstration, which was actually quite interesting actually. ...

Manga + Sorbet

Manga + Sorbet

I happened to drop by an izakaya last night before heading off to a concert. Once dessert came, I...

Keitai straps, what's the big deal?

Keitai straps, what's the big deal?

We've seen them in anime, we've seen them in Japanese shows, and we've seen them adorning the cell phones...

Omurice, what's the big deal?

Omurice, what's the big deal?

Alright, we've all seen those oval shaped yellow blobs with words written on top using ketchup being served in...

Itasha and drifting, what's the big deal?

Itasha and drifting, what's the big deal?

As many of you may or may not know, I am a big-time auto enthusiast. And as many...