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mahjong

I was promoted to 7th dan in Tenhou (Mahjong) for the first time. I'll share what helped me overcome the hurdle of 6th dan.

I've been stuck between 5th and 6th dan in Tenhou for a long time, but I've finally been promoted to 7th dan. When I first reached the top-tier table, I honestly thought, "How am I supposed to compete here...?" Everyone around me was quick to call tiles and declare riichi, and I was able to make a preemptive riichi...
life

How to replace a graphics card and align the screws | Notes on my first DIY replacement

Replacing a graphics card (GPU) is surprisingly easy, even for those unfamiliar with PC parts replacement. I've compiled a record of the replacement process, including how to deal with situations where the mounting screws don't fit, as a personal memo.
mahjong

Introduction and review of the mahjong strategy book "Mahjong Winning System" (author: Takahiro Yamakoshi)

Regarding the author, I purchased the book "Mahjong Winning System," part of the Modern Mahjong Tactics series, published by Takeshobo in November 2019. I was unaware of this due to my lack of knowledge, but the author, Takahiro Yamakoshi, seems to be a highly regarded amateur mahjong player. He even reached the rank of 10th dan in Tenhou (an online mahjong platform) in the shortest time...
game

Akka Hana (Torture RPG) Introduction and Review

I played "Akka," a free game made with RPG Maker. It's categorized as a rather ominous "torture RPG," but it feels more like an adventure game combined with an RPG. I'd recommend it to anyone who enjoys death game-like atmospheres. Download...
game

Roads to the Crown (Free SRPG) Introduction, Impressions, and Strategy Notes

I played "Roads to the Crown," an SRPG with a compelling and realistic storyline and challenging stages. The scenario is dense and dense, making it a game you'll want to play slowly and deliberately. The difficulty level is slightly higher than average, though...
mahjong

Mahjong strategy book "The Mahjong Mechanism of the Master Mahjong Player" (Author: Naoki Takiguchi)

This book systematically covers tactics that are useful for improving your mahjong game. Because it's based on the author's own practical experience, the content is easy for readers to implement. After becoming familiar with tile patterns using Mr. Uzaku's "What to Discard" book, you can then apply what's written in this book...
baseball

Chunichi Dragons' 2019 Draft Picks and Evaluations

The draft season is here again. To be honest, I'm not very familiar with high school, college, or amateur baseball. Therefore, while I know the players who are often talked about as top draft prospects each year, I hardly know any of the other players. However, I still support my favorite team...
novel

My thoughts on "Mystery Arena" (novel by Reiichiro Fukamizu)

深水黎一郎『ミステリー・アリーナ』の感想。推理合戦のテレビ番組を舞台に、15人の回答者が物語を見ながら推理していく斬新で緻密な構成の作品で、軽やかな文体で読みやすかった点も含めて書いています。
life

Introducing two types of mobile batteries with built-in cables.

These days, almost everyone carries a smartphone and uses it in various situations. However, one thing that's a concern when out and about is the battery level. I carry a portable charger so I can charge anywhere, but having to carry a separate cable is a hassle...
novel

The Glass Hammer (by Yusuke Kishi): Synopsis, Trick, and Review

A summary and review of Yusuke Kishi's novel "The Glass Hammer." I'll also touch on the appeal of the locked-room mystery, offering my perspective as someone who has been reading Kishi's works since high school.