Album Title: Hatsukoi Limited Original Soundtrack Anime Title: Hatsukoi Limited Artist: Sphere: Aki Toyosaki, Ayahi Takagaki, Haruka Tomatsu, Minako Kotobuki Nijine, marble: micco, Tatsuya Kikuchi Catalog Number: LHCA-5104 Release Type: Soundtrack Release Date: August 5, 2009 Show » Track Title Artist Time 1. feel your heart Nijine 2:15 2. Future Stream Sphere 4:20 3. Otome Hiyori Nijine 1:37 4. Harikitte Iko~ Nijine 1:55 5. Koi no Shunkan Nijine 2:07 6. first love impression Nijine 2:57 7. Uwasa no Yajuu Z Nijine 1:42 8. Soyokaze ni Notte Nijine 2:44 9. Chiisana Koujitsu Nijine 2:03 10. Koi no Etude Nijine 2:12 11. Genzai Shinkoukei Nijine 2:06 12. [...]
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Right now I feel like I'm at a wrong place, doing a wrong thing at a wrong time: Right now it's already February, the second month of a year, and here I am, trying to write an article about my resolutions of the year. I am sure some of you would think, "Hey, if you had wanted to post your resolutions of a year, shouldn't you do that at the start of the year like most people do?". Well, I have a reasonable excuse: I was busy with application the for college at the end of the year 2009 while in January at the start of the year 2010 I was busy settling down at a whole new environment here in Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. As you can see, my life had changed 180 degree - I'm now a college student who is trying to earn his degree. (pardon the pun) :DAs I have did in my previous yearly resolutions, I would now hand down a verdict for the resolution I had given myself last year... no wait, I made no resolutions last year. >_>;;In that case, I'll just review the resolution I had made for the year 2008... and see whether I had managed to complete them within the past two years.Resolution #1: Attend HobbyConI attended Hobbycon last year, and even though I was only there for less than 2 hours, but I guess it's still a pass. :DVerdict: PASSResolution #2: Cosplay an anime character</a>I actually did some research online on the costumes but in the end I didn't order any of them. Therefore in the end, I didn't cosplay.(but for once I was glad I didn't. Reading all those blogs of those cosplayers in cure makes me think: who am I to cosplay? >_<;)Verdict: FAILResolution #3: Continue to watch animes even on tight schedulesEven though I had a really long hiatus from anime blogging here in YAB, I have been watching quite a few series, and among them are Hayate no Gotoku, H20 -footprints in the sand-, ef -memories-, ef -melodies-, Lucky Star, NHK ni Youkoso, Eden of the East, Hatsukoi Limited, Clannad After Story and Serial Experiment Lain.Verdict: PASSResolution #4: Create at least one anime music video WITHOUT using Windows Movie MakerI didn't even get to make one...Verdict: FAILResolution #5: Get Yamaki's Anime Blog out of livejournalI was too lazy to get myself an account...Right now I feel like I'm at a wrong place, doing a wrong thing at a wrong time: Right now it's already February, the second month of a year, and here I am, trying to write an article about my resolutions of the year. I am sure some of you would think, "Hey, if you had wanted to post your resolutions of a year, shouldn't you do that at the start of the year like most people do?". Well, I have a reasonable excuse: I was busy with application the for college at the end of the year 2009 while in January at the start of the year 2010 I was busy settling down at a whole new environment here in Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. As you can see, my life had changed 180 degree - I'm now a college student who is trying to earn his degree. (pardon the pun) :DAs I have did in my previous yearly resolutions, I would now hand down a verdict for the resolution I had given myself last year... no wait, I made no resolutions last year. >_>;;In that case, I'll just review the resolution I had made for the year 2008... and see whether I had managed to complete them within the past two years.Resolution #1: Attend HobbyConI attended Hobbycon last year, and even though I was only there for less than 2 hours, but I guess it's still a...Verdict: PASSResolution #2: Cosplay an anime character</a>I actually did some research online on the costumes but in the end I didn't order any of them. Therefore in the end, I didn't cosplay.(but for once I was glad I didn't. Reading all those blogs of those cosplayers in cure makes me think: who am I to cosplay? >_<;)Verdict: FAILResolution #3: Continue to watch animes even on tight schedulesEven though I had a really long hiatus from anime blogging here in YAB, I have been watching quite a few series, and among them are Hayate no Gotoku, H20 -footprints in the sand-, ef -memories-, ef -melodies-, Lucky Star, NHK ni Youkoso, Eden of the East, Hatsukoi Limited, Clannad After Story and Serial Experiment Lain.Verdict: PASSResolution #4: Create at least one anime music video WITHOUT using Windows Movie MakerI didn't even get to make one due to my hectic schedule, and therefore it's a...Verdict: FAILResolution #5: Get Yamaki's Anime Blog out of livejournalI'm still blogging here at lj... so, it's a:Verdict: FAILActually, I am now having thoughts on just getting a paid account for lj. The price would almost be the same.Okay, now on to my resolutions for the year 2010:Resolution #1: Attend Comic FiestaI'm now here in Kuala Lumpur. I've listened to all that have been said about CF on the internet. Since I'm in town, I might as well go have a look myself to see how a real gathering of anime/manga fans would be like.Resolution #2: To watch at least 12 new series by the end of the yearThat makes it a series a month. Hmmm. That's going to be hard, considering the fact that I have to download them through direct download - the wifi here at the place where I stay seem to block all torrents from working.Resolution #3: Pass all subjects this yearAs long as I pass all subject in college I'll be safe from any trouble.Resolution #4: Save lots of moneyThe other day I had bought two tokens for a gachapon over at a stall at Mid-Valley (from which I got a Mikuru keychain), even though I am on a really tight budget. Here's what I am going to do: save money every month. By the end of the month I'll have some money left, and if so, I can spend it on some anime stuffs. You know the other day I was in Borders I saw the "Welcome to the NHK novel" and I had wanted to buy it......Resolution #5: Finish at least 3 visual vovels by the end of the yearThis seems pretty simple to achieve... all I have to do is to make the right choice and read. XDThat's it for now. Lastly, although it's already February, Yamaki's Anime Blog would like to wish all its readers a happy new year. Oh and, 'Gong Xi fa Cai' to those who celebrate Chinese New Year too. May we have a prosperous year ahead... for being an otaku is not a cheap hobby.
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Word on the streets is that Junjo Romantica mangaka Shungiku Nakamura's work Sekai Ichi Hatsukoi-- which features the occasional crossover with Junjo --is going to be adapted into a new anime series. Junjo Romantica tells the tale of a guy who writes BL novels, and Sekai Ichi Hatsukoi starts out somewhat similarly: a man named Ritsu starts working as an editor at a shoujo manga publisher, and a man named Takano Masamune is the editor-in-chief. When Takano gives Ritsu a smooch, chaos ensues, and doubtless a lot of comedy as well.Sounds like another fun comedy-- and as I recall, Junjo Romantica picked up quite a few male viewers who thought the show hilarious as well. Here's hoping for the same for Sekai Ichi Hatsukoi!
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Here are today's "really cool products" that I've picked out for you, out of the 30+ new items we've added to the J-List and JBOX.com sites today. Note that some products may be "not safe for work" but that all links will allow you to redirect yourself either to the J-List or JBOX.com websites. To see all the J-List products, check out J-List or the JBOX.com updated products link. Egg Jan 2010 We love the world of Japanese fashion, and one of our favorite magazines is Egg, which captures Tokyo street fashion life perfectly. See the new issue in stock now. Afternoon Oct 2009 Then, I'm a huge fan of Afternoon, the elegant and super thick monthly magazine that is so cool, Oguie from Genshiken wants to draw manga for it. With 950 page of manga goodness for you, why would you buy any other manga? Valkyria Chronicles EX Figures In Stock Valkyrie Chronicles is an outstanding anime (and game), and we've gotten in two gorgeous figures, Isara and Alicia. Hayate Yagami Figma ~ Knight Armor Version Got more Figma goodness for you too, in the form of the Hayate Yagami figure from Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha. Put her in any pose -- she's quite awesome! Toeto Character Charm Collection One of the cutest characters in the known universe is Toeto, which is the Vocaloid Megurine Luka wearing cat ears. Cute, no? Here's a charm you can attach to your phone, keys and so on. DECO Topping Chocolate Pens for Cooking Then, Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and we're posting some cool "Chocolate Pens" which let you write messages in delicious chocolate. Imagine the creations you can make with these! Mio Akiyama 1/8 Figure ver. ~ K-ON! Although Yui is the star of the series, Mio immediately seized the hearts of fans with her shy personality and beautiful design. Have a little fuwa fuwa time with this 3D figure of Mio, in stock now. Restocked Cosplay Items Speaking of K-On!, we've gotten in fresh stock of the awesome K-On! school uniforms in size L, several Miko Sailor cosplay outfits, some pretty Kagami-style shimapan and more. Lucky Hello Kitty Omamori Straps At Japanese Buddhist temples or Shinto shrines it's customary to buy "omamori" or Japanese good luck charms, which are for a specific purpose such as success a passing a test, protection from traffic accidents or good luck at love. Enjoy these Hello Kitty ones! Hello Kitty Hand & Nail Care Cream Or, we've got some Hello Kitty hand cream by Vaseline, which will keep you hands soft and, we assume, kawaii. Gorgeous Shirow Artbooks Restocked We're really happy with the way artbooks have turned into such a popular product with J-List customers, who love the big, glossy pages and beautiful Japanese art. See fresh stock of artbooks by Shirow Masamune, Nishi E Da and more today. OTACOOL Otaku Culture Book In Stock Also: fresh stock of the popular OTACOOL, the book that documents the most excellent otaku rooms. A hugely popular book published in both English and Japanese. Nestle Azuki Kit Kat, Gachipote Snacks See awesome new Japanese snacks from Japan, such as the new Azuki Kit Kat that's loaded with delicious traditional sweet beans which will change the way you think of Kit Kat forever. Also: delicious "Gachipote" stick snacks. Sake Chocolate w/Traditional Sake Cup What's cooler than getting chocolate on February 14? Getting delicious sake filled chocolates in a traditional wooden sake cup from Japan. Ladies, the way to a man's heart is definitely in this direction. Kawaii Onigiri Kitchen Sponge Also: we've restocked the popular onigiri sponge and matching banana sponge, in case your kitchen is not cute enough yet. Blue Glitter Dot Slim Style Bento Box & Chopsticks This is a unique bento box we think you'll enjoy eating out of. It's very long and deep, and suitable for making some really cool bento creations. Hello Kitty KAWAII 2 Tier Bento Box Set This is a fun-to-use bento box for Hello Kitty fans that combines a cute modern design with many features. Two tiers for separating rice from the rest of your food, built-in chopsticks and an elastic band are included. Bento Boxes for Men Restocked We have fresh stock of the extra large, non-kawaii bento boxes for guys, plus a really nice Genuine Lacquered 2-tier Bento with butterfly images printed on it. Natural Lunch Trio set ~ Fork, Spoon, Chopsticks A simple and cute lunch utensil set that comes with fork, spoon and hashi chopsticks in a nicely packed plastic case. You'll be ready to eat with one of these in your hand. Fuwa Fuwa Push Style Sandwich Maker Another fun Japanese sandwich maker which removes the crusts and "seals" the sandwich for you. Back in stock now. Hello Kitty Onigiri There's something about eating a Japanese onigiri rice ball that's in the shape of Hello Kitty, and we've gotten these great items in stock again, along with other related items. Kyokara Tsukureru Kawaii Oekaki Obento This is a fun bento book that gives some great ideas for making colorful bento that's both beautiful and fun to eat. Loaded with color pictures of bento you can create yourself. DS Study Tools What's the best place to start learning to read Japanese? Hiragana and katakana, and our AIUEO Study with Anpanman is one product we recommend a lot. Restocked today, along with Beautiful Kanji Training, which comes with a cool brush pen stylus! Hatsukoi Limited 1 Next, when I was learning Japanese, I read everything I could get my hands on. If you're looking for a fun and compelling series to practice reading with, I think Hatsukoi Limited (restocked today) is a good place to start. Cup Noodle Mug Cup One of our hands-down coolest items for enjoying coffee at work would be our Cup Noodle mug cup, which is a perfect replica of a cup of ramen, except that this is made of ceramic and will hold your coffee. Back in stock today. Awesome Naughty Sake Bottles, Coffee Mugs Make life a little better with the sake bottles and cups that we've just posted to the site. Sushi, naughty panda bears and other fun ways to enjoy either hot or cold sake. Restocked Netsuke Phone Straps J-List has a huge selection of netsuke, the traditional charms hung from money bags in Old Edo, now repurposed as cell phone straps. See the Lucky Cat, Lucky Owl and more today. They also work great with iPhone. 'Respect the Emperor, Expel the Foreign Barbarians' One of our wackiest kanji T-shirts ever is features the slogan of the Meiji Restoration, when reformers kicked the Shogun out and brought the Emperor to power, laying the groundwork for Japan to become a modern country at the same time. Other Traditional Items Japanese traditional kiseru pipe, our most popular wooden kokeshi doll ever, a Black Onyx Magatama strap for your phone, run Retracting Ninja Blade, and the kitsune (fox) mask from Higurashi no Naku Koro Ni (When They Cry). Xecty Eve 1/8 Figure ~ Shining Wind **Preorder** A nicely designed character from the Shining Wind fantasy game for the PS2, this is totally prepainted and ready to be displayed in all its awesomeness by you. Preorder now. Yoshika Miyafuji Mobip Action Figure ~ *Preorder* I love the show Strike Witches, because I love magical flying anime girls with furry animal featuring. Enjoy this new figure from Mobip, which is totally detailed and able to be put in just about any pose imaginable. Kanu Uncho 1/8 Figure ~ Dragon Destiny *Preorder* From the Ikki Tousen/Dragon Destiny/Battle Vixens universe, we've posted a fabulous figure that will get your heart rate pumping: Kanu eating vanilla ice cream, and her top can be cast off. Real Kanojo Girlfriend Simulator *preorder* J-List sells Japanese import games now, and we're posting a preorder you might want to check out: Real Kanojo, a super realistic 3D "girlfriend" simulator. Mind-Blowing Hentai Manga Today's new naughty manga offerings include Ginyoku Deep, an outstanding comic from Screw which is loaded with outstanding art for you to drink in. Also enjoy Otome Folder, a collection of stories from Yoshi Yukishiro worshipping all the women in the world. More Amazing Bible Black Hole Toys The Bible Black stress-relief toys keep selling, and we keep restocking them. Today we're posting the incredible toys which let you become one with Hiroko Takashiro and Kurumi Imari.
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View more to see downloads... Sorry for the super late post, I've been busy this past few weeks.. Sadly I still don't have my own computer (my aunt changed her mind T_T) oh well. I will be posting Hatsukoi Limited Original Soundtrack next after I find out whats wrong with the file I uploaded... :#
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<spoiler 'show="" spoiler="" for="" bleach="" chapter="" 388'="" 'hide="" spoiler="" for="" bleach="" chapter="" 388'="">After the long break, I was happy to see Bleach back with a fairly big bang. Ichigo came in knowing what he needed to do, but it looks like Aizen was completely ready for him and read his every move. It's still a bit frustrating to see Aizen so overpowered and all-knowing, particularly after we saw a small glimpse of vulnerability last chapter, but it's not too surprising because he's obviously not going down so easily. I do question though why Aizen didn't just do his shikai right away in front of Ichigo to void any advantage Ichigo might eventually have. I'm sure Aizen knows what the Shinigami side is banking on, and it'll probably be a bit harder to get through to Ichigo now that all of them have surrounded him. That shot of all of the Shinigami did make for a cool final page spread though. It makes me wish that all of them would just attack Aizen at once. Oh and what happened to Unohana? I thought she was right behind Ichigo. </spoiler> On a different note, Ane Doki ended this week after a half-year run in Weekly Jump. I thought it was an decent series mainly because I enjoy the way Kawashita Mizuki draws characters, but the ending was kind of weak (I was really hoping for a time-skip forward as an epilogue), and I'd probably rank it below Hatsukoi Limited and Ichigo 100%.
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So, at long last Soako Andou's day at school sans underwear comes to an end, and without anybody discovering her shameful secret. Except she's forgotten all about the fact that she'd agreed to pose for the after-school art class today. Ah.Needless to say, posing in front of a bunch of students with their eyes seemingly boring into her is quite an uncomfortable ordeal, made worse when Soako
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Milestone is going to release the Yamamoto Misaki ( 山本 岬 ) -Summer Again- 1/8 PVC figure from the manga/anime “Hatsukoi Limited” ( 初恋限定。 ). Will be released in March 2010. Around 210mm tall, 7,800 yen. Castoffabe. I read the previous work, Ichigo 100%, of the same author Kawashita... **This is a content summary only. Please visit Nekomagic for full content!**
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Slow moving Monday today with nothing exciting to post up, well there is actually, this 1/8 scale of Yamamoto Misaki from the anime series Hatsukoi Limited! Maker is by Mile Stone. [...]
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