2019-08

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My thoughts on "The Duck and the Coin Locker" (novel by Kotaro Isaka)

伊坂幸太郎『アヒルと鴨のコインロッカー』の感想。作者のファンなら無難に楽しめる一方、初めて読む人に強くすすめる作品ではないと感じた理由を書いています。広義のミステリとして、謎と犯人の扱いにも触れます。
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The Lament (by Tokuro Nukui): Synopsis, Spoilers, and Review | Novel Review

A summary and review of Tokuro Nukui's debut novel, "The Lament." This article includes spoilers and discusses the plot twists, explaining why it's a recommended read for mystery novel fans.
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My thoughts on Achilles and the Tortoise (novel by Yoshinori Shimizu)

This time, I read Yoshinori Shimizu's "Achilles and the Tortoise." It's been over ten years since I last read a work by Yoshinori Shimizu, so it's been a very long time. Before getting into the main topic, I'd like to introduce the author, Yoshinori Shimizu. My encounter with Yoshinori Shimizu's works... I first encountered Yoshinori Shimizu's works when I was in high school...
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Massacre Continent (All Ages Version) (Free Strategy Simulation) Introduction, Impressions, and Strategy Notes

This article is about the free strategy simulation game "Massacre Continent." This version is a demo of "Massacre Continent Complete Edition" and is positioned as an all-ages version. (The complete edition is for adults and contains quite grotesque and brutal depictions.) Even though it's a demo,...
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My thoughts on the novel "Fujiko the Murderer's Impulses" (by Mari Sachiko): Why I don't recommend it.

I finished reading the novel "The Impulses of Fujiko the Murderer," which has been adapted into a live-action film and sequels. I read it out of curiosity because of reviews praising its incredible plot twists. To be honest, I didn't find it very interesting. Below are my thoughts, including spoilers...
life

My impressions of placing two TVs side-by-side in the living room (using them in the same room)

Here are my thoughts on having two TVs side-by-side in the same living room. I'll explain why I wanted to be able to watch one program while another is recording, and what it's actually been like having two TVs.
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An old toothbrush was useful for cleaning the metal band of my watch.

I'm quite lazy, so I prefer things that require as little maintenance as possible. In that sense, the Seiko Spirit watch I bought about two years ago was the perfect watch for me. The battery charges via light...
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The Locked Room Murder Game 2.0 (Sequel to Checkmate), Novel by Akio Utano: Review

I finished reading Shogo Utano's mystery novel, "The Locked Room Murder Game 2.0." It's a sequel to the same author's "The Locked Room Murder Game: Checkmate." While not a direct continuation, there are tricks that can be enjoyed if you've read the previous book, so starting with this one is a good idea...