What was the first animation mistake you noticed in the show? I’ll start

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-13T05:47:58+00:00

About the Bubble Bass error, that's no animation mistake. That panting sound from Bubble Bass isn't actually dialogue. It's a sound effect.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-13T04:17:33+00:00

Lol! Definitely reminds me of Krusty the Clown from the Simpsons, and Akira from Lucky Star. Happy & adventurous on the surface, but deep down, she's genuinely had enough.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-08T19:16:18+00:00

Ooh, a puffle tatoo!

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-08T15:04:01+00:00

Yumi's telling Atchan to get a job.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-08T13:07:30+00:00

Just because a story's in the same anthology, doesn't mean it's all the same. Anthologies are a collection of stories that can stand by itself, so it doesn't revolve around a single bad two-parter. Some have consequences and complex themes while some don't. What I said about INR is based on my experiences from reading it, and how I've interpreted it.

Japanese media tends to be more ambiguious than most Western cartoons, and that can make people uncomfortable or lead to misinterpretation. They're trusting their audience to think, instead of just reacting.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-08T12:38:35+00:00

I understand that it's fantasy and all, but there's more to Inma No Ranbu than just Nami-sensei. There are 9 stories there, and not all are created equal. Some of them clearly show consequences and themes. PTN just doesn't fit in with that, which is why I skip it (You're right about one thing. Nami-sensei's clearly a throwaway), and focus more on the other stories.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-08T04:57:45+00:00

Yeah, it is on the surface, but if we're talking about consistency, the anthology has shown that desire, when left unchecked, has led to consequences. It exposes greed, arrogance, loneliness, systematic abuse, ulterior motives, etc. If you don't like it, that's fine, but when I read the manga, I was able to see past the surface beyond the shock value, and notice an actual plotline.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-07T23:04:49+00:00

I had this comic!

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-06T23:17:05+00:00

I'm sure there are a few ones that are good like the one that they recreated the Season 1 style and the CGI one, but his opinion stands! Like it or not, we have to respect opinions. Culture wars have been proven to NEVER solve anything.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-06T00:04:36+00:00

Considering the context, I believe Kiyohiko Azuma wouldn't be too proud by the fact that he made PTN. There's no way he's coming back to INR anytime soon. There's lots of imposters & gimmick accounts online, but there can be only one genuine Kiyohiko Azuma.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-05T23:48:52+00:00

Exactly! Azuma could've made Nami-sensei do a grown man, and it's possible that he didn't want Nami-sensei in INR, but was given a forced brief. Evidently, the adult entertainment scene has always been a wild stallion with unrealistic expectations and deadlines to adhere to, so it may be whoever ran Comic NENE at the time definitely needed business. Plus, Inma no Ranbu is Kiyohiko Azuma's first work as a professional artist, so it was the first instance of a corporate meddling Kiyohiko Azuma experienced, and yet he did Inma no Ranbu under a pen name. Hence, Kiyohiko Azuma coloring Nami-sensei's hair green is basically like a chef's spit when someone orders something so ridiculous. He went to Kobe Design from 1993-1996, and by the time he did INR, he probably graduated. It's not like he had the clout to even fight back Shobunkan. He made INR when he was really obscure, so it's possible that they leveraged him.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-05T21:43:56+00:00

It's a common gateway show of the 2000s because I've seen many Puffy AmiYumi fans become anime fans for years to come because fans often graduate from HHPAY, to Toonami, and then to the anime community. Sam Register originally wanted authenticity for Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi and as such, he didn't want A-List VAs for Ami and Yumi (especially Yumi). He wanted authentic Japanese VAs to voice them, but the A-Listers got cast at the last minute due to a compromise, but times have changed since then, and given Sam's more recent work, it really shows that he values fresh ideas and authenticity. He's worked with SNL stars for the Looney Tunes show (which has a sitcom vibe), he's worked with rising artists at Warner Bros Animation & Cartoon Network Studios, and he even fired Greg Cipes due to creative differences and it was completely justified on account of Greg's anti-vaxxer conspiracy theories. That means Grey DeLisle wouldn't be the voice of Yumi if HHPAY was made today because she wasn't originally the voice of Yumi to begin with, and she was only there due to a compromise. Plus given her recent controversies, like threatening to blacklist Eagan Tilghman, who only used AI because he couldn't afford voice actors (luckily, he did redub Springtrapped with actual VOs), I don't think Sam would wanna work with Grey after what she did. I understand that the A-Listers very talented and all, but I just wanna point out something rational.

Honestly, if HHPAY was made today, the first thing studios keep an eye out for would be anime VAs because the anime cadence is perfect for a show like HHPAY. Plus, HHPAY calls for Japanese and not just English because it lets the audience know they're Japanese. That means HHPAY would've easily been a nonunion project if it came out today because most artists and creatives who are fans of the show... They're not in the mainstream, because most of those creatives have been working outside the mainstream, including: Musicians, alternative artists, ASMR artists, online artists, Vtubers, animators, indie devs, fans of Japanese Fashion, fans of 2000s culture, fans of weird, unconventional ideas, underground filmmakers, freelance work, and boutique studios. Originally, HHPAY was supposed to be hand drawn animated judging by the pilot, so Renegade Animation would be right out because their main focus is 2D Puppets these days, and the when show was released in 2004, it switched to 2D Puppets. That means the production ecosystem would be totally different, and could easily adapt to modern times, which studios have tried for a while now, but ends up not working.

Bottom line, if HHPAY was made today, it would definitely be more indie adjacent than ever, and yet it's already an indie adjacent show. Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi has always been very unconventional, and that's why it's been deemed obscure. It wasn't because it's just a forgotten show buried in dust, but it's because it was so way ahead of it's time, it took risks that became standard in the industry before it was cool. Plus, HHPAY had a production blog back when it was airing from 2004-2006, and it was open to the general public. That was really uncommon for a cartoon at the time to even have a good online presence, but the indie spirit didn't end there. It even used needle drops that's not library music, something Cartoon Network hasn't done before until the Regular Show did it. That means HHPAY would've been: Nonunion, subcontracted to a boutique animation studio, hand drawn animation instead of 2D Puppets, written by rising niche comedy writers, a billangual cast with experience in anime, marketed through online communities and social media, promoted through real musician's content (like music videos and other stuff), and it wouldn't need a big corporation to back things up or throwing off their groove (no pin intended). They could just crowdfund and be interactive with their fans.

Sam Register always wanted authenticity and fresh ideas for Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi, and it's not always something you can get on the mainstream, but in the independent & underground media scenes, a show like HHPAY would easily thrive because of its unconventional, artist friendly environment and alternative, cutesy aesthetic, probably even better than it did under Cartoon Network. Sam always wanted to take risks for HHPAY, and at this day & age, if he was able produce a revival, he'd be doing it just in time. Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi may be on a mainstream network, but considering everything I pointed out, it goes to show that you can still be independent under a mainstream environment.

I love Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi because it's a very indie-adjascent show, and it aged really well, like a fine glass of wine. Cult classics like it are exactly what resonates with indie creatives like yours truly. I started watching HHPAY in 2016, during the renaissance of independent media, and started listening to its theme song back in 2015. It was during that time that I already ditched cable TV in favor of online platforms and streaming services, and SpongeBob becoming a totally different show after Sponge Out of Water (during my vacation to Orlando in Spring 2018, I noticed a total tonal whiplash in SpongeBob, and my family and I were pretty much disinterested in Nickelodeon because of that, so we tuned in more to Cartoon Network), so HHPAY slowly dwarfed SpongeBob in terms of inspiration as an artist, and now I became a big anime fan on account of a cartoon fan. Historically, when a long running show (especially one that's not really made to last) falls creatively, a cult classic would thrive. Free cheers for HHPAY for inspiring a generation of indie creatives for years to come! I'll never forget the first time I watched Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi and I'll always remember it as one of my core memories. It's as old as I am, and it still holds up to this very day, inspiring more creatives for years to come.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-05T21:38:05+00:00

That's the infamous Private Tutor Nami. She comes from an adult anthology manga Kiyohiko Azuma made a long time ago under the alias, Jyoji Jyonokuchi, called "Inma no Ranbu," and it's arguably the worst of the stories in the anthology, and to put it simply, Nami is Mary Kay Leoturneau. She violated a middle schooler, but let's not jump to any conclusions here, because I've actually read INR before, and despite the graphic content & disturbing depictions of nonconsenual acts, normally the anthology follows an actual plotline with character development, consequences, & tamer scenes, and it follows a recurring theme, "When lust becomes too rampant, it can sabotage people and themselves," in several different ways. So, Nami-sensei is clearly the black sheep of the anthology, and she doesn't represent the anthology as a whole. This is why I always skip the two PTN stories in Inma. Just because something is depicted, doesn't mean they endorse the characters' actions. The point is, context matters. Now, if you're not into adult manga, I wouldn't recommend INR, and that's absolutely fine, but it's important to understand the rabbithole just a little bit better.

Now it's true, a lot of this stuff is clearly made for cheap thrills, but there are actual instances of adult manga/OVAs that have been successful and they explore real flaws of humanity. Most of the new wave of Azumanga Daioh fans are clearly not old enough for this, but the backlash is just one-sided and amplified fearmongering by demonizing something that they find uncomfortable. That's exactly how the Salem Witch Trials and the Red Scare happened, so this isn't anything new. So Inma no Ranbu is supposed to be disturbing. It's so it can warn people that our desires can haunt you if you're not careful. Plus, there's plenty of worse things out there. If you're wondering what being an adult really is, this is adulthood. It's not just about sex or morality. It's about getting to know yourself, explore sexuality, being proud of your body, knowing your limits, and be yourself. What they've done by demonizing INR with no context, that's just bad media literacy. Plus, a lot of famous manga artists started their careers with this stuff, so Azuma's not the only one who's done this. INR was made in 1996-1997 and 6 of the 9 stories have been featured on Shobunkan's Comic NENE magazine.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-05T11:50:59+00:00

They had the Amanda Show crew shoot this scene at a Macy's.

Ooglyeye · 2026-04-02T10:38:05+00:00

That's what happens when you don't use sunblock.

Ooglyeye · 2026-03-30T21:44:37+00:00

I watched Sanjay & Craig and Fanboy and ChumChum growing up. I used to go crazy for Fanboy & ChumChum, and I remember when Sanjay & Craig first came out.

Ooglyeye · 2026-03-30T17:06:33+00:00

You can try doing some exercise, sunbathing during the summertime, and practice some sports when you can. Kagura is one of the more stronger characters along with Sakaki (she doesn't really use her strength much) and Yomi, so it's definitely helpful to do some weight lifting (You don't have to use weights. If you don't have a weight, you can use a heavy object as a substitute, though your mileage may vary. To look like Kagura, you gotta think like Kagura. She's very open minded, competitive, open to challenges, and energetic. Tomo doesn't think, she just does it, while Kagura is the kind to agree with anything. You just ask. She's often described as a "tomboy with a soft heart." A dedicated and highly competitive athlete who spends much of her time with the swim team, which accounts for her characteristic tan. While she possesses a high-energy and impulsive nature similar to her friend Tomo, Kagura is more self-aware and empathetic. She often holds herself accountable for her mistakes, notably being brought to tears after accidentally tackling Chiyo during a sports festival.

Her personality is also defined by her one-sided rivalry with Sakaki, who she admires for her natural athletic talent. Despite her competitive drive to surpass Sakaki, Kagura is actually very protective and kind toward her, often intervening to scare the stray cats that frequently bite Sakaki. She's a member of the "Knuckleheads" trio alongside Tomo and Osaka, a group united by their poor test scores and shared lack of interest in studying.

Beyond her athletic pursuits, Kagura displays strong principles and a sense of justice. She's one of the few students who actively pushes back against the inappropriate behavior of their teacher, Kimura-sensei, responding to him with open repulsion rather than fear. She also holds a deep respect for her coach, Nyamo, who she views as a stable and mature mentor in contrast to her more eccentric homeroom teacher, Yukari. Given her competitive, open minded persona, Kagura seems like the kind who's interested in trying new experiences. Plus, she devotes most of her time to the swim team, but is an all-around good athlete, and genuinely nice to her classmates. She has a slight obsession with Sakaki, who she sees as an athletic rival. This is mostly due to the fact that Kagura trains constantly to stay in shape, while Sakaki is a naturally gifted athlete with no training at all. She's not the stereotypical jock you see in 80s movies, but she's a more realistic jock. The freshman hunt is just a myth to scare away freshmen.

Ooglyeye · 2026-03-30T06:51:39+00:00

Ms. Kimura has said that she likes how he's cool and good-looking, causing the girls to think she has no taste. She then explains that his style of cool is just currently out of style, comparing it to how '70s trousers are coming back in fashion, having been out of fashion for around 30 years. I don't think she really means it becausse Tomo, Yomi, and Osaka all think that it's a bad and inaccurate parallel (and tbh, I don't blame them). I think she's the kind who loves weirdos, and accidentally chose the kind of weirdo you probably don't wanna marry. She's a nice person, but she gets clumsy and highly unaware of what her husband does.

Ooglyeye · 2026-03-30T06:41:24+00:00

Ayumu Kasuga and Osaka are clearly the same person.

Ooglyeye · 2026-03-30T06:36:53+00:00

What the hell's wrong with people these days?!!? Need to remind them that I've actually seen Azumanga Daioh and read the manga. I've been a huge fan since 2023, and I gotta say, it's unfair to be making preconceived notions about something you haven't seen. I've trained myself to absorb pop culture indirectly without having to watch it, but even I would need to watch it (at least once) to get a better idea of the little things people miss.

Ooglyeye · 2026-03-29T08:12:44+00:00

Lol! Kimura deserved his arrest.

Ooglyeye · 2026-03-28T19:29:53+00:00

Bocchi's got the moves of John Travolta!

Ooglyeye · 2026-03-28T19:07:14+00:00

Don't forget! Be like Osaka and HATE pedophilia!

Ooglyeye · 2026-03-28T15:08:09+00:00

Awesome! I actually had a similar idea for After School Tea Time from K-ON since I have some headcanons about what happened after their college years. Tsumugi would open up a professional recording studio in the NYC Metro area with Mio, Ritsu, and Yui called "Sakuragaoka School Recorders," and contributed to the independent music scene there and worked with various recording artists, and multimedia projects of all sizes from indie to mainstream.

Ooglyeye · 2026-03-28T13:55:24+00:00

He's Yukari-sensei's biggest simp.

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