Monthly Archives: November 2023

The fading days of StreetPass

One of my favorite features of the 3DS was “StreetPass”, which let your 3DS check in with any nearby 3DS systems and exchange a little greeting which included your Mii, what you’d been playing lately, and a little greeting.  Some … Continue reading

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Quick thoughts on getting around Japan in 2023.

Little bit of a brain dump today, based on notes I took while in Japan recently.  It’s become a much more convenient place to visit, as long as you’re like me and live every minute of your waking life tied … Continue reading

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In which, I talk about a post-apocalyptic anime waifu tactical cover shooter gacha mobile game.

So I have a dirty little secret.  I’ve been playing, and enjoying, a game about cute cyborg girls with big guns.  That wouldn’t be too shameful, on the face of it, but there’s one thing I feel desperately compelled to … Continue reading

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Sugar Overload in a Love Live Cafe

So, I was in Japan for about two weeks recently.  It was my first time since 2017, and my wife’s first time visiting since 2005.  Needless to say, we had a long list of things we wanted to do and … Continue reading

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