Catch-up Corner Archives

Hello Kitty, Copyright, and My New-ish Co-written Paper

October 19, 2020October 19, 2020 by Anne

It’s been a while since I just wrote a blog post that wasn’t a review! The news that Hello Kitty was appointed as the Copyright PR Ambassador of Japan’s Agency for Cultural Affairs seemed like the perfect time to mention my latest co-authored article on the Sanrio series Sanrio Danshi… Well, that news came out in August, and my article came out all the way back in April, so it’s not exactly timely, but time doesn’t pass the way it usually does in 2020, right?

Chic Pixel’s Decade in Review

December 30, 2019December 30, 2019 by Anne

As we inch closer and closer to January 1st, 2020, everyone is not only reflecting on the last year, but the whole decade. Instead of rounding up my favorite games, anime, or other media, I thought now would be a great time to look at how my tastes and interests here at Chic Pixel have changed. After all, a lot can happen in 10 years!

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Catch-Up Corner: Pondering the New 3DS and Funassyi

April 18, 2015August 31, 2014 by Anne

Just my luck – the one day I decide to go to bed at the ripe hour of 9 pm, Nintendo decides to hold a major Nintendo Direct! When I woke up the next morning, all the internet was abuzz with news of the New 3DS. I’m still trying to wrap my head around what … Read moreCatch-Up Corner: Pondering the New 3DS and Funassyi

Catch-Up Corner: FFXIV: A Realm Reborn’s birthday and stressing over figure purchases

April 18, 2015August 25, 2014 by Anne

Happy almost Birthday, Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn! I don’t play you anymore, but I’m so glad you’re still going strong! art by Junko Watarai (source) That’s right, Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn turns one year old on Wednesday, August 27th! It’s crazy to think that this time last year I was obsessively leveling … Read moreCatch-Up Corner: FFXIV: A Realm Reborn’s birthday and stressing over figure purchases

Catch-Up Corner: Tokyo Coverage 2014

April 18, 2015July 28, 2014 by Anne

I’ve been really, really bad about updating the site while I’ve been on my trip, and I feel horrible about it! I had all these grand plans to be covering things as I experienced them, but unfortunately I’ve been so busy that I’ve only had the energy to do quick Twitter and Instagram updates as … Read moreCatch-Up Corner: Tokyo Coverage 2014

Catch-Up Corner: A YouTube Giveaway and the 1st Brisbane Monster Mash

April 18, 2015July 7, 2014 by Anne

It’s already the beginning of the new week, but I so enjoy these Catch-Up Corners that I’d hate to miss one! I had to push it back so I could get my review for A Fujoshi’s Guide to Japanese vol. 2 posted, so please check that out if you’re interested in Japanese language learning materials! I’m currently … Read moreCatch-Up Corner: A YouTube Giveaway and the 1st Brisbane Monster Mash

Catch-Up Corner: Monster Hunter Madness!

April 18, 2015June 30, 2014 by Anne

I’ve been pretty heavily saturated in Monster Hunter-related things lately, so instead of the regular Catch-Up Corner mishmash, I’ve decided to keep this one Monster Hunter-themed! First, to finish up my week, I spent the majority of the weekend working on my very own Felyne hat: I have to say, I’m surprisingly proud of how it … Read moreCatch-Up Corner: Monster Hunter Madness!