EPIC: Elvis Presley in Concert
EPIC: Elvis Presley in Concert is more than a concert film—it’s a powerful reminder of why Elvis remains timeless.
“The Home to Which the Noise Returns”
There came a day when I stopped going on family trips. I had been glued to my desk preparing for university entrance exams… or perhaps, I had just come up with that excuse. The truth was, I simply couldn’t find a reason to go to noisy places with my family anymore.
Thank You, Chuck — A Quiet Masterpiece That Slowly Sinks In: A Microcosm Called Life
“Thank You, Chuck” quietly transforms from apocalypse to human drama, revealing one ordinary life as a universe unto itself.
“The Home to Which the Noise Returns”
There came a day when I stopped going on family trips. I had been glued to my desk preparing for university entrance exams… or perhaps, I had just come up with that excuse.
The Forest Was Made of Grandma’s Voice — A Review of “When I Become a Beaver”
I used to adore Pixar. Lately, though, the studio seems to be wheezing through a rough patch. New hits have been hard to come by. So what about this latest offering from Disney & Pixar—can it turn the tide?
Feeling an Overflowing Future in Someone More Precious Than Myself
A book led me to my partner, and to Sara. With her, I’ve found new depth, hope, and joy in living as a family of three.
Transcript Edition – The 23rd “Oyako Day” Special Live
The 23rd Oyako Day Special Live was streamed on July 27, 2025. Featured guests included Tetsu Nakamura, Kei Endo, Miho Morishita, and Naoto Anzai. Together with the hosts and moderators, they shared heartfelt conversations about family bonds, art, and the message of passing life from parent to child.
Text Edition: 35th Online Talk Live with Hiroichi Yanase – “Present to the Future”
Professor Hiroichi Yanase—author of “Route 16,” “Japanese and Anpanman,” and more—shares unique perspectives on cities, nature, culture, and his “layered thinking” method. With stories of dolphins, landscapes, and childhood memories, he invites us to discover new ways to build vibrant, resilient communities for the future.
Text Edition: 19th Online Talk Live with Tetsuya Chiba – “Present to the Future” (Special War Memories)
Legendary manga artist Tetsuya Chiba looks back on his childhood in war-torn Manchuria and his family’s perilous return to Japan. Through moving anecdotes and original illustrations, he reminds us why it is vital to remember and share wartime memories for the sake of peace.
Because Every Second with Family Counts
Even before he was born, my son kicked his mother’s stomach and spun around. Even now that he is one year old, he is still growing up energetically. His mother is exhausted every day chasing after her son who is always running around. Having played baseball since childhood, I am trying out various things now, hoping that he will become interested in ball games. At the moment, he can’t beat Anpanman, but I hope that we can play catch together someday. I have a lot of business trips and busy days, but I want to get home as early as possible so that I can take a bath with him.…
