Bento Plus March 2024
Itadakimasu
Nippon Events and Festivals March 2024
March is a lively month in Japan, with several events and festivals that celebrate the arrival of spring and traditional culture. Here are some of the notable events and festivals that take place in Japan in March
March 1st to 14th
Omizutori (Water-Drawing Festival): Held at Todaiji Temple in Nara, Omizutori is one of Japan’s oldest Buddhist festivals. The highlight is the nightly fire rituals where monks swing torches from the temple balcony. It’s believed that the sparks from the torches have the power to ward off evil and bring good luck.
March 3rd
Hinamatsuri (Doll Festival): Also known as Girls’ Day or Doll’s Day. Families with daughters display ornamental dolls representing the emperor, empress, and courtiers on tiered platforms covered with red carpeting. It’s a day to pray for the health and happiness of girls in the family.
March 5th
Momo no Sekku (Peach Blossom Festival): Also known as Boys’ Day. Families with sons display warrior dolls and decorate with symbols of strength and success to pray for the well-being and future success of their sons.
Miyako Odori (Cherry Dance)
Held in Kyoto throughout April, including March, Miyako Odori is a traditional dance performance by geiko (geisha) and maiko (apprentice geisha). The dances feature beautiful kimono, cherry blossoms, and traditional music, providing a glimpse into Kyoto’s cultural heritage.
South African Events
Starts: 14:00 – Ends 20:00
Theme: Ninja & Samurai
App of the Month
Game of Dice: Board&Card&Anime
“Game of Dice: Board&Card&Anime” by JOYCITY Corp. is an electrifying digital board game that brings together the excitement of tabletop gaming with the flair of anime. Set in the captivating realm of Diceontia, players dive into intense matches filled with strategic twists and turns to prove their mastery as the ultimate Dice Master. With its eye-catching anime-style graphics and immersive storytelling, the game transports players into a vibrant world teeming with personality and charm.
In “Game of Dice,” gamers roll the dice, snatch up properties, and deploy skill cards with strategic finesse to outplay opponents and dominate the game board. The roster of diverse characters and array of skill cards available for collection and customization offer endless possibilities for tailoring gameplay to individual preferences.
What we liked
- Thrilling Gameplay: “Game of Dice” strikes a perfect balance between luck and strategy, keeping gamers hooked with every roll of the dice.
- Stunning Visuals: The game’s anime-inspired artwork and dynamic animations make every match a visual feast for the eyes.
- Customization Galore: With a plethora of characters and skill cards to unlock and upgrade, players have the freedom to craft their own unique playstyles.
- Competitive Multiplayer: Engage in real-time matches against friends or other players worldwide, adding an extra layer of excitement and challenge.
What we didn't like
- Pay-to-Win Aspects: Some gamers may find the game’s heavy reliance on microtransactions gives paying players an unfair advantage.
- RNG Frustration: Despite its strategic depth, the game’s reliance on dice rolls can occasionally lead to frustrating moments of bad luck.
Our overall impression
“Game of Dice: Board&Card&Anime” offers a captivating and immersive gaming experience that will delight fans of digital board games, anime, and strategic game play alike.
Itadakimasu Eats
Spring, Samurai and Ninjas
We bring you a generous helping of videos. We firstly look a spring recipes as it is spring season in Japan followed by videos of food relating to the most legendary and epic warriors of Japan, samurai and ninjas. Enjoy the culinary journey with us. Itadakimasu!!
New AMV's
Takeshi and Ookami chose some rocking AMVs this month. We start with Takeshi. His first choice is a video with scenes from various anime featuring the song Everybody (Backstreet’s Back) sung by Backstreet Boys. Takeshi’s second choice is a video featuring scenes from the Netflix anime series Monsters: Ippyaku Sanjou Hiryuu Jigoku featuring the song As Above, So Below by Essenger & Cryoshell.
Ookami’s first tune is Escaping Gravity by TheFatRat & Cecilia Gault featuring scenes from various anime. His last tune for the month is JAGER‘s I Won’t Fall Apart featuring scenes from the anime MF Ghost.
Please do support the original music artists by looking them up on YouTube and other media ad give them your appreciation and support!
Takeshi's Tunes
Ookami's Tunes
Birthday of the Month
Denji (Chainsaw Man)
Denji is the protagonist of the manga series Chainsaw Man by Tatsuki Fujimoto, which was adapted into an anime series of the same name. He’s a young and impoverished devil hunter who merges with his pet devil, Pochita, transforming into Chainsaw Man. Denji’s life changes drastically as he becomes a devil-hunting mercenary, seeking a better life and paying off his deceased father’s debt. Despite his rough upbringing, Denji’s personality is a mix of naivety and determination, often driven by simple desires like food and affection. Notable facts: He’s fiercely loyal to his friends, has a fear of darkness, and has a unique ability to regenerate using his chainsaw powers. Denji celebrates his birthday on March 15th. Denji shares his birth month with Norman (Yakusoku no Neverland) who ‘will be born on March 21, 2034 and Sakura Haruno (Naruto) whose birthday is March 28.
Anime Challenge March 2024
Ninja Scrolls: The Series
Our anime challenge for March is the classic Ninja Scroll: The Series. It was a continuation of Jubei’s story who we met in the Ninja Scoll movie. Ninja Scroll: The Series is set in feudal Japan, known for its action-packed storyline and intense fight scenes. The series follows Jubei Kibagami, a skilled and stoic ninja who finds himself embroiled in a deadly conspiracy involving the Shogun of the Dark and the Eight Devils of Kimon, a group of powerful and ruthless warriors. As Jubei navigates through treacherous landscapes and encounters various adversaries, including the seductive and deadly Kagero, a ninja woman with a tragic past, he must use all of his cunning and combat prowess to survive and uncover the truth behind the conspiracy. Filled with intrigue, betrayal, and supernatural elements, Ninja Scroll: The Series is a thrilling journey through a dark and dangerous world where ninjas, demons, and samurai clash in epic battles for power and revenge.
All About Japan
All About Japan shows you interesting journeys, interviews or just trivia that teach us more about the Land of The Rising Sun and it’s people. Enjoy the videos as we take a deeper dive into what makes Japan such a beloved country for many.
Japanese Commercials
Japanese commercials are out of this world sometimes, strange and fun. We share with you a highly entertaining Japanese commercial video and we hope you enjoy it!
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