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Sensual Phrase
is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Mayu Shinjo. The manga was published by Shogakukan in ''Shōjo Comic'' between 1997 and 2000, and collected in 18 bound volumes. It was adapted as a 44-episode anime television series by Studio Hibari, and as a series of novels. The series tells the story of Aine Yukimura, a high school student who becomes the lyricist for a Japanese rock band, and her relationship with the band's lead singer, Sakuya Ookochi. To promote the anime, a real-life band was formed: Λucifer, the band the story focuses on. The rival band, e.MU, seems to have been active before the manga was created. Both bands continued after the anime ended before disbanding. In the series, Λucifer's original name is Lucifer, changed to Λucifer (using the Greek letter lambda) when the band decides to go international. For the purposes of the article this second name, Λucifer, is used. Japanese names are given in Western order, with family name last. Plot Yu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Drama
Drama is the specific mode of fiction represented in performance: a play, opera, mime, ballet, etc., performed in a theatre, or on radio or television.Elam (1980, 98). Considered as a genre of poetry in general, the dramatic mode has been contrasted with the epic and the lyrical modes ever since Aristotle's '' Poetics'' (c. 335 BC)—the earliest work of dramatic theory. The term "drama" comes from a Greek word meaning "deed" or " act" (Classical Greek: , ''drâma''), which is derived from "I do" (Classical Greek: , ''dráō''). The two masks associated with drama represent the traditional generic division between comedy and tragedy. In English (as was the analogous case in many other European languages), the word ''play'' or ''game'' (translating the Anglo-Saxon ''pleġan'' or Latin ''ludus'') was the standard term for dramas until William Shakespeare's time—just as its creator was a ''play-maker'' rather than a ''dramatist'' and the building was a ''play-house'' r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Λucifer
(stylized as Λucifer) was a Japanese visual kei rock band, best known for contributing several of their songs to the popular anime, Kaikan Phrase. The band was formed in 1999, and disbanded in early 2003. They officially debuted on 15 September 1999 with their big hit single Datenshi BLUE, and became increasingly popular thereafter. History Lucifer was put together for the Kaikan Phrase anime to promote it. The anime was based on the a popular shōjo manga by Mayu Shinjo. The band members of real life Lucifer changed their names to match with their anime/manga counterparts, except for the vocalist, who kept his name instead of changing it to Sakuya (the main character's name).http://www.jame-world.com/us/artists-biography-6--923-ucifer.html Several of Lucifer's songs were used in the anime, along with songs from other bands like Glay, Feel and e.MU. However, the band decided to go on even after the anime had ended, and continued to release more music afterwards. Then final ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kenichi Suzumura
is a Japanese voice actor, narrator, and singer who is affiliated with and a representative of INTENTION, a voice acting company he founded in March 2012. He voiced Morley in ''Macross 7'', Hikaru Hitachiin in ''Ouran High School Host Club'', Masato Hijirikawa in ''Uta no Prince-sama'', Kyoichi Kanzaki in BOYS BE, Rakushun in The Twelve Kingdoms, Shiki Tohno in ''Tsukihime'', Tsubaki Asahina in ''Brothers Conflict'', Atsushi Murasakibara in ''Kuroko's Basketball'', Momotaro Mikoshiba in '' Free!'', Shinn Asuka in ''Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny'', Leo Stenbuck in '' Zone of the Enders: The 2nd Runner'', Sōgo Okita in ''Gin Tama'', Rogue Cheney in ''Fairy Tail'', Lavi in '' D.Gray-man'', Obanai Iguro in ''Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba'', Ryutaros in '' Kamen Rider Den-O'' and Rakushun in The 12 Kingdoms . He is part of the group with Junichi Suwabe, Daisuke Kishio, Hiroki Takahashi, Hiroyuki Yoshino, Makoto Yasumura, and Kohsuke Toriumi. His younger brother is stunt coordi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Androgynous
Androgyny is the possession of both masculine and feminine characteristics. Androgyny may be expressed with regard to biological sex, gender identity, or gender expression. When ''androgyny'' refers to mixed biological sex characteristics in humans, it often refers to intersex people, who are born with congenital variations that complicate assigning their sex at birth. In comparison, hermaphroditism is the possession of both male and female reproductive organs. Regarding gender identity, androgynous individuals may identify with non-binary identities. Others may identify as transgender. As a form of gender expression, androgyny has fluctuated in popularity in different cultures and throughout history. Physically, an androgynous appearance may be achieved through personal grooming, fashion, or hormone treatment. Etymology The term derives from grc, ἀνδρόγυνος, from , stem - (''anér, andro-'', meaning man) and (''gunē, gyné'', meaning woman) through the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Susumu Chiba
is a Japanese voice actor from Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Some of his major roles include Seiji Hayami in ''Cutie Honey Flash'', Chiaki Nagoya in ''Phantom Thief Jeanne'', Sai Fujiwara in ''Hikaru no Go'', Chairman Muranishi in ''Kirarin Revolution'', Isao Kondo in ''Gin Tama'', Shō Sai in ''The Story of Saiunkoku'', Hans in ''Nijū Mensō no Musume'', Takuma Ichijo in ''Vampire Knight'', Welkin Gunther in Valkyria Chronicles, and Ryuu Daikouji in ''Little Battlers Experience''. He is currently affiliated with Office Osawa. Biography When Chiba was in college, he joined a production company because he was interested in acting and wanted to try something different from his baseball career. At the production company, he studied basic theatrical skills, but rather than studying acting with the aim of becoming an actor, he was more interested in "having fun" with his friends. He was not satisfied with the lessons offered by the production company, and he began to organize ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Takahiro Sakurai
is a Japanese voice actor, narrator, and radio personality from Aichi Prefecture, Japan. His well-known roles include heroes such as Cloud Strife in ''Compilation of Final Fantasy VII'', Suzaku Kururugi in ''Code Geass'' and X in ''Mega Man X'', as well as villains such as Maximilien Robespierre in ''Le Chevalier D'Eon'', Hiltz in '' Zoids: Guardian Force'', Sasori in ''Naruto Shippūden'', and Rohan Kishibe in '' JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable''. He voiced the main character Miyuki Kazuya in ''Ace of Diamond.'' He is the official Japanese dub voice for Robert Pattinson since ''Twilight''. His range is tenor. He is currently affiliated with INTENTION. Early life Sakurai is the eldest of three siblings born to a family that owned a rice shop. When he was a child, he became interested in voice acting after watching a television interview with a voice actor. He graduated from Okazaki Johsei High School. After graduating from Yoyogi Animation Academy in Nagoya a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Noh Theater
is a major form of classical Japanese dance-drama that has been performed since the 14th century. Developed by Kan'ami and his son Zeami, it is the oldest major theatre art that is still regularly performed today. Although the terms Noh and ''nōgaku'' are sometimes used interchangeably, ''nōgaku'' encompasses both Noh and ''kyōgen''. Traditionally, a full ''nōgaku'' program included several Noh plays with comedic ''kyōgen'' plays in between; an abbreviated program of two Noh plays with one ''kyōgen'' piece has become common today. Optionally, the ritual performance ''Okina'' may be presented in the very beginning of ''nōgaku'' presentation. Noh is often based on tales from traditional literature with a supernatural being transformed into human form as a hero narrating a story. Noh integrates masks, costumes and various props in a dance-based performance, requiring highly trained actors and musicians. Emotions are primarily conveyed by stylized conventional gestures whil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shinichiro Miki
is a Japanese voice actor from Tokyo.Doi, Hitoshi.Miki Shinichirou. ''Seiyuu Database''. July 13, 2010. He is a member of 81 Produce. Miki is known for his distinctively smooth voice and often calm delivery in the roles he has landed. He often gets cast as handsome young men in anime, perhaps the most notable being Youji Kudou – Balinese (''Weiß Kreuz'') and Kojirō ("James") (''Pokémon''). Other famous roles include Takumi Fujiwara ('' Initial D'' anime, video game and mostly '' Arcade Stage'' series from ''Arcade Stage 4'' to ''Arcade Stage 8 Infinity''), Kisuke Urahara (''Bleach''), Akira Yuki (''Virtua Fighter''), Lockon Stratos (''Mobile Suit Gundam 00''), Tatsuma Sakamoto ( ''Gintama''), Teppei Iwaki (''Area no Kishi''), Aikurō Mikisugi ('' Kill la Kill''), Hitomi ('' Code: Breaker''), Kagetora Aida (''Kuroko's Basketball''), Roy Mustang ('' Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood''), Zamasu (''Dragon Ball Super''), Bob Makihara ('' Tenejō Tenge''), Keisuke Yuuki (''Fushig ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Love Celeb
is a '' shōjo'' manga series created by Mayu Shinjo. Sakuya Ookochi, the main character from ''Sensual Phrase'', also makes an appearance in this manga, as does Hakuron from the later spin-off ''Haou Airen''. Story Nakazono Kirara is an aspiring starlet. She used to think she'd do whatever it took to get a starring role in a drama and have a CD. But her manager, Hanamaki, proves her wrong when he sends her into a room full of horny producers to sleep her way into a role! Kirara wants no part of it! She's a virgin, and these guys are scary!! Especially the silver-haired one named Gin... He seems to be in charge. But he lets Kirara leave the party with her virginity and his phone number, and it seems like nothing lost, nothing gained... until Kirara is suddenly the most famous new starlet for no apparent reason!? Characters ;Kirara Nakazono :A 16-year-old aspiring singer-actress. Because of her lack of success, her manager, Hanamaki, tells her to sell her body to a person of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Male Escort
Male prostitution is the act or practice of men providing sexual services in return for payment. It is a form of sex work. Although clients can be of any gender, the vast majority are older males looking to fulfill their sexual needs. Male prostitutes have been far less studied than female prostitutes by researchers. Even so, male prostitution has an extensive history including regulation through homosexuality, conceptual developments on sexuality, and the HIV/AIDS, 2022 monkeypox outbreak, monkeypox, and COVID-19 pandemic, COVID-19 epidemic impact. In the last century, male sex work has seen various advancements. Popularizing new sexual acts, methods of exchange, and carving out a spot in cinema. Today, there is a focus on improving the work conditions, treatment, and mental health of male sex workers. Terminology The terms used for male prostitution, prostitutes generally differ from those used for females. Some terms vary by clientele or method of business. Where prostitutio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Masaya Matsukaze
is a Japanese actor, voice actor and radio personality. He was formerly affiliated with Big Apple, Radix Mobanimation Multicye Division and Varoque Works, and is currently affiliated with Aoni Production. He was born in Fukushima Prefecture and is now living in Tokyo. He is best known for playing MegaBlue/Shun Namiki in ''Denji Sentai Megaranger''. Overview He made his debut role as Mega Blue / Shun Namiki in the 1997- 1998 Super Sentai series , Denji Sentai Megaranger, a role he later reprised in the teamup special ''Gingaman vs. Megaranger''. Filmography TV animation ;1999 *''Sensual Phrase'' (Sakuya Ookochi) ;2001 *''Pokémon'' (Matsuba) *'' Zoids: New Century Zero'' (Ballad Hunter) ;2002 *''Heat Guy J'' (Daisuke Aurora) ;2003 *''Dear Boys'' (Takumi Fujiwara) ;2005 *''Jigoku Shōjo'' (Ren Ichimoku) *''The Law of Ueki'' (Niko) ;2006 *''Ouran High School Host Club'' (Kyoya Ootori) *''Witchblade'' (Yuusuke Tozawa) ;2007 *'' Death Note'' (Teru Mikami) *''Nodame Cantabile'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Atsuko Enomoto
is a Japanese voice actress and singer. Her debut voice acting role was Yukino Miyazawa from ''Kare Kano'' in 1998, which she auditioned for while still in high school. Her debut single was ''Be My Angel'' the opening theme of the 2001 anime Angelic Layer. She was affiliated with talent agency 81 Produce until 2015.Doi, Hitoshi"Enomoto Atsuko" ''Seiyuu Database''. January 3, 2011. Retrieved January 12, 2011. Her former husband is voice actor Mark Ishii. In 2018, she discussed harassment in the industry and how she desperately wanted to quit in her first years as a voice actress. Filmography Television animation Original video animation (OVA) *'' Amon: The Darkside of The Devilman'' (2000) – Miki Makimura *''Puni Puni Poemy'' (2001; 2 episodes) – Mitsuki Aasu *'' .hack//Unison'' (2002–2003; 3 episodes) – Mistral *''Netrun-mon'' (2004) – Ranna *''Cyborg 009 VS Devilman'' (2015) - Sachiko *'' Landreaall'' (2017) – Ion Lucafort Video games *''Memories Off'' (1999 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
