J's Chimes: 2D To 3D Again...

Once again Japan AV Industries decided to copy the anime Mayoi Neko Overrun and make it into an adult film. A rough comparison can be seen as of above and certainly catching the eyes of fans from this anime and genre... Yet again another shima pantsu scene and characters that doesn't seem to match the anime. Not too fond of animes turned 3D and especilly so if its a pron production. 2D animation still looks better nonetheless... With the new season animes out sometime ago with Gosick, Freezing, Yumekui, etc, I would not be surprise if any of those are to become the target of the AV industries yet again soon...

J's Chimes: Custom Maid 3D Awes...

Apart from Illusion Soft, Eroge company KISS finally debuts a 3D eroge known as Custom Maid 3D. Somehow or rather, it looks similar to the title 3D Custom Girl but with additional modes as seen in the videos below. Trying to get my hands on it for a better review, other than that the graphics are somewhat astounding. What's even better is that you could customise just about anything you'd want. Perhaps a quick video would show you more...


Seems like the characters are completely customizable with this new game, eroges can't get any better than this... Remembered them being pixels and in 2D in the past but things sure change over the years...


My personal favorite would be the dance scene wich is so much like the Idolmaster style kinda game. All eyes will be on this game pretty soon because of it as Idolmaster fans will soon take notice of it soon enough. Gathering more info about this game so stay tune for more...

J's Chimes: Copy Paste & Upgrade...

Copyright infringement hits in one of China's Theme Park when it erected a complete copy of the Gundam RX-78-2 in Orange. With such, there were lots of criticism and talks about it in forums and nonetheless actions were taken to take it down... However, instead of disappearing from sight, it seems that it was given a makeover...


The actual 1/1 scale statue of the Gundam RX-78-2 was built in Odaiba as part of Mobile Suit Gundam’s 30th anniversary celebrations back in July last year. And now you could see the total resemblance of it from above.


And so it seems like they got a little creative and began gearing more accessories up... Some even said that it looks like a combination of Mazinger + Zaku with the Gundam Suit... Looks pretty weird... An so the infringement becomes invalid and a new original Gundam is born...

J's Chimes: Never Judge A Teacher By Its Cover...

Just when you thought that this is good, wait till you see what happens next. Perhaps you should reconsider and never to judge a book by its cover so soon... If classes were like this, I believe many will fall ill real soon with such an amazing sight to behold...

J's Chimes: McD Will Scare The Sponge Out Of You...

A certain Japanese Advert for the McDonald's Happy Meal set that was aired in Japan became a sensation all for the wrong reason. It shows some kids turned hysterical over some Sponge Bob Square Pants Toys and scream for joy in a very exaggerated way. The advertisement is high in such a way that its excessive shouting and madness has been criticize by many people that it may well scare kids away from buying a Happy Meal and the product...

J's Chimes: Ads To Touch For...

Advertisement boards are now made to touch with a seemingly eye-catching part for people to grope and laugh out loud. Guess its a promotion of a new eroge game nonetheless which explains the protruding part...


Attention getting it is, it's kinda creative in a way as we normally wouldn't thought of something like this for an ad. However due to the fact that it is placed in a seemingly dangerous area where all eyes are watching you groping a signboard...


Putting such at the electronic sensors isn't such a good idea too since people would be walking through the entrance and would be really strange to be caught groping such items in public... perhaps you should navigate to somewhere else safer?

J's Chimes: Funny Japanese Commercials

Japanese commercials are rather creative and comedic and tends to get your attention when you watch them. Some of which are so amazingly weird or does have little connection with the actual product itself. However they tickle our funny bones because it's amazingly hilarious and gets people talking...


Even Takuya Kimura is scouted for the Nissin cup noodle commercial. Has a little Indian touch to it and stuff. Singapore should have more of such commercials so as to lighten your day up...


Sometimes I wonder if its just the ice cream or maybe something else which is worth taking a photo... Perhaps both are good in some ways or another...

J's Chimes: Tenga Gets Animated Mascots

Tenga, A company that specializes in making its ona cups or preferably known as masturbatory products, decides to create their very own manga characters as mascots for their products. They even name them Tengirls and for some reason or another, it attracts a couple of attention and probably not many people would know what it is...


Tenga creates a character for each of their products presumably by their names and looks. For example a soft type is depicted from a lolicon character whereas a US Tenga is depicted by a strong women probably because of the products shear size and stuff...


And there's plenty more where that came from with the all new Flip Hole types in 2 colors Black and White... It's amazing how Japan could even turn a product like that into manga girls...


Still don't know what we are talking about? Then take a look at this video and understand what this is about. And if you seriously wanted to have a feel of it, I suggest heading down to Marina Square in a shop known as Cactus where products displayed by people are sold. Try playing dumb and ask what Tenga is to the sales assistants and see what they reply...

J's Chimes: Itasha Laptops

Tony Taka, a top erotic illustrator who drew for the H games like Sora No Iro Mizu No Iro and Fault! have had his drawings Itasha on Laptops. Costing 150,000 yen or approximately SGD$2346, the specs are more or less sufficient if brought to our country. Comes with 2 designs but would prefer the gothic dress girls a lot more. Tony Taka is also famous for drawings in Shining Wind and it's a shame Xecti wasn't a model in this Laptop Itasha. Well, there are still many ways in which you do get this for cheap... For example printing it out and pasting it on your laptop for the same effect and all or have it done through retail shops which can help print it and make a new cover for your Laptop...

J's Chimes: Final Fantasy XIII To Get Part 2

Strangely enough, Final Fantasy XIII is getting a continuation this year as announced by Square Enix. Despite the criticism about the previous game, it seems like they had decided to lay another bet which many fans doubt it would be enough to fully satisfy what they really want. The Final Fantasy Franchise has been wobbly these years due to the fact that the RPG eras have been long gone and FPS have been the hottest in recent years...


Despite all of that, a little introduction video of the new FFXIII-2 is not only visually stunning, but seems kinda fun in some ways or another. However, I would probably wait for the reviews and judgment first before deciding on purchasing anymore Final Fantasy series games...

J's Chimes: Japanese Spiderman...

It's kinda weird to have found out that there was actually a Japan version of Spiderman that was aired long time ago. What's even weirder was that in this version, Spiderman has a motorbike just like Kamen Rider and also a giant robot to control and defeat even villains just like the power ranger megazoids. Didn't know Spiderman was so much more high tech and rich the last time but what happens now? Spiderman can't even afford to pay his rents and depicts as a nerdy guy now... Nevertheless, this is a serious classic in which we could all laugh out loud...

J's Chimes: Anime Characters Top 100

The charts are out for last year's top 100 anime characters and surprisingly, much of it goes to either K-On! and Hakuouki. Characters like Suzumiya Haruhi has taken a deep plunge and Kirino from Ore No Imouto is positioned at 28. To view the charts, please click on the picture above to enlarge. Anyway the top 10 position are as follows:

1.) Yui - K-On!
2.) Azusa - K-On!
3.) Hajime - Hakuouki
4.) Souji - Hakuouki
5.) Toshizou - Hakuouki
6.) Mio - K-On!
7.) Kazemaru - Inazuma Eleven
8.) Izaya - Durarara!
9.) Shiro - Inazuma Eleven
10.) Ricchan - K-On!

It is unknown why the usual moe characters are mostly being replaced by male characters in the top 10 position... Perhaps there are more fuyoshi taking the lead soon?

J's Chimes: I Love Milk!

One of the funniest commercial I've ever seen in regards to advertising milk. And with an anime twist, this seems somewhat more of a R18 animation than something pure. But nevertheless, it does grab the attention of people that milk is good... Yup, a little too good coming from something else other than cows. Even the farmers are happy.

J's Chimes: Weird Japanese Ads And Signs

Japan has the most weirdest advertisements ever to be displayed in public which catches the eye of tourists like you and me from other countries... Well whatever the case, it is quite common in Japan and are often useful in a sense that it catches people's attention, laughing out loud and remembering them in the process... A truly awesome marketing strategy to get you thinking...


However some signage are extremely kids unfriendly due to the fact that certain adult-themed signs are being placed out in the streets for viewing... And perhaps maybe some happy-go-lucky tourist will stick their heads into the holes given to take a photo of it... Anyway the text reads 'Zettai Dorei' which basically means Absolute Slave in direct translation...


An ad for a water theme park which features visitors crying out loud at the extreme enjoyment that they are going through... Basically, an exaggerated way of saying that they are having so much fun till they shed tears of excitement...


Some crazy advert cover for an adult-theme pudding which features 2 jelly like substance that's of skin color with an anime girl for the back cover. Feeling hungry? How about sucking up on these 2 err... puddings of joy.


You wouldn't believe that this is actually a pharmacy if you didn't read he sign properly... Perhaps the displays are a bit off topic... extremely off topic I mean... Who would put some gravure idol posters and models in front of a medical shop? Or perhaps maybe they provide other services as well?

J's Chimes: My Little Sister Can't Be This Porno...

With the popularity of Ore No Imouto sweeping across Japan, the anime is easily being at the watchful eyes of the porno industry and sooner than you expected, something of a parody version came out in the market... This is one of the crazy examples of anime taken to extremities in which am not in favor of. Popular animes like Evangelion to K-On! had already been targeted and it's nothing new to this industry.


Perhaps the most unacceptable thing about these DVDs is that the actors and actresses taking on the role of Kirino, her brother and Kuroneko aren't really impressive, causing criticism and a stir in forums. Likewise, how can this ugly guy be Kirino's brother?! And Kuroneko being so well endowed?


And here's a short clip for you to ponder about why this guy can be the main character of this 'Soap Opera'... A little comparison between the anime version from the bottom left and the main show provided for all your criticism needs...

J's Chimes: Manga Ban In Action...

It's been reported that the Tokyo Manga Ban is put into action this year with convenient stores separating mangas from general sections and into the 18+ section where adult magazines are being placed... Sadly to say, some books like Manga Home which have a couple of obscene parts have been classified for matured audiences only... Even Shounen Jump may be in danger of such. But the question is if manga is placed in the adult section, what would happen to the manga industry now? Lots of doubts and fears come in about this coming ban which may affect the industry as a whole and also freedom of expression. Hopefully enough it will not affect other countries as well such as Singapore...

J's Chimes: Unique Japanese Trains

Very often we take trains to reach our destinations but how often is it for you to see trains like those in Japan that even has a theme to it? Believe it not not, there's a train service that uses Strawberries as its theme known as the Ichigo Densha or Strawberry Train.


Even the logo is a strawberry... check out the interior design. You really don't get to see these things everyday... The train really looks like it just popped out from a fairy tail world, one that's really extraordinary cute that somehow resembles Hello Kitty.


Somewhat the interior designs definitely looks more comfortable than your travel with our local train service. There are banners of strawberry, posters and pictures of strawberries... And what the heck, even the cushions for the seats are strawberry prints...


And it's only in Japan where such trains are equip with something that looks like snacks and drinks for their passengers... Well even so, don't do it in Singapore cause ya gonna get fine even just by popping a sweet into your mouth...


The other unique train service in Japan is called the Omocha Densha. Briefly translated as the Toy Train, this train is specially design in its interior and even its exterior for kids and their parents to hop on board. Well as you can see, even the exterior is design something as to that of a toy to match its theme...


The whacky interior is somewhat refreshing and it looks like a playhouse for kids to play... But didn't your parents since young told you not to play on a moving train before? So why now?


The train is even equip with a Gacha Machine for those little kids to churn out a little toy... Nice way to make a little more money for a train delicated to kids...


Surprisingly there's even a bed included for small infants to ride on the trains too. Another thing you don't get to see everyday... Now that's what I call extreme customization for a train...


There are even toys being displayed in the cabinets of the trains... Perhaps to tempt them into getting one? I wonder with all that shaking and movement of the train, wouldn't the figures be under extreme turbulence?

J's Chimes: Japan Vending Machines

Vending machines are great because it is a much convenient and easier way to get your stuff. However in Japan, vending machines are a norm almost everywhere and are used widely for just about anything in which you could name. And so we can see from above where breads are sold in a box...


Can't get your eggs in the market? How about a little vending machine that looks like lockers where you'd need to put 200 Yen to get one of these...


Even alcohol can be sold via vending machines... Sometimes I wonder how do they restrict young customers from buying... Perhaps that's the reason why Singapore doesn't have any of these...


What would you do if it rains heavily? How about vending a umbrella? That's really something you wouldn't see everyday...


Oh no, you meeting starts in 5 minutes but you forgot to bring your tie or had stain it during lunch... Now you know where to get a new replacement...

J's Chimes: Figure Randomness

Some fan decides to do a stop motion video using figmas, MMS and Revoltechs from various animes. Kinda comedic though as it looks as if some kid is playing with his toys with lots of randomness but in some way or another it seems rather unique and nice. It takes really lots of time just to snap and move the figures into place and perhaps this 'director' does have all the time in the world to do so. To watch more of his hilarious and awesome videos, you can click on here to view them in Youtube.

J's Chimes: TA-Q-BIN

TA-Q-BIN is a courier service based in Japan but had recently establish itself in the Singapore market. I only got to know of this company back when they had displayed their services at the Anime Festival Asia X (AFAX) back in November 2010. A survey was done to allow more people to get to know about TA-Q-BIN and a gift will be sent to them upon completion of the survey. Well it had finally arrived at my doorstep yesterday and am eager to open up the contents...


Was rather happy with the service as they would message you about the product date of arrival and will call you on that day of delivery. Rather smooth transaction which is similar to Speedpost in Singapore. But sad to say I would rarely use this service because ain't really got anything bulky to send or received in Singapore, not to mention overseas... (Unless... J's Chimes could have a contest and would use TA-Q-BIN to deliver the goods to those lucky winners...lol)


The contents include a TA-Q-BIN mascot plushy, a 'manual' fan and a letter of gratification. Not much for a surprise but its the thought that counts. Imagine having to deliver the same stuff round Singapore for those who take the survey and got the freebies... Anyway, now the Cat is displayed on my computer desktop... (Because it looks like Fenix the Cat from a classic cartoon...)


For more information about TA-Q-BIN, you might wanna visit their main website for Singapore residents at http://sg.ta-q-bin.com/. Perhaps you have some stuff to deliver so a best time to find a courier would be now...