Review by bassyey
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Band Score TV Animation "Bocchi The Rock!" [Sheet Music]Shinko Music entertainmentErrors
If you're buying this as a reference for Kessoku Bando songs, you'll be disappointed because it contains a a significant amount of errors. I've finished transcribing some of their songs before buying this and I can tell a lot of these are wrong. Just compare the Aniplex playthrough videos to this and you'll know what I'm saying. The book size is small and not enough for 6 staff. If you have bad eyes you'll probably have a hard time reading this. They compressed 6 staff (vo, gt1, gt2, gt3, bass, and drum). But even The Real Book/Fake book for jazz contains some errors. I believe a player will know right away and can correct for themselves. If you're buying this as a collectible, then you should be fine. If you're a beginner at guitar/bass/drums keep in mind to listen to the song and trust your ears more.
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GENKI: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese with MP3 CD-Rom Workbook II [Second Edition] w/ MP3 CD-ROMEri Banno, Yoko Ikeda, Yutaka OnoAs expected
If you have finished Genki I, then this is the next book. It builds upon your knowledge from Genki I, uses the same formula which is good for consistency. However, there's a new edition of this series with improved explanation and wordings. So get that if you can. I only bought this book because I unknowingly bought the old edition of Genki I with the new edition being out. That being said, I'll move from this book to N4 Shin Kanzen books.
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GENKI: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese with MP3 CD-Rom Textbook II [Second Edition] w/ MP3 CD-ROMEri Banno, Yoko Ikeda, Yutaka OnoAs expected
If you have finished Genki I, then this is the next book. It builds upon your knowledge from Genki I, uses the same formula which is good for consistency. However, there's a new edition this series with improved explanation and wordings. So get that if you can. I only bought this book because I unknowingly bought the old edition of Genki I with the new edition being out. That being said, I'll move from this book to N4 Shin Kanzen books.
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GENKI: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese with MP3 CD-Rom Textbook I [Second Edition] w/ MP3 CD-ROMEri Banno, Yoko Ikeda, Yutaka OnoGreat for Beginners
This book is great for beginners. It presents the lessons in a gradually increasing difficulty. The exercises and audio samples are great for establishing the lessons you just took, I can say that they're effective. However, this book/workbook (I am reviewing them as one, I'm copy pasting this to the workbook review) is not without its fault. First off, it assumes you know your kana by heart already. Though that's aligned in my study plan (I purposely studied kana before opening this book), they should mention it somewhere in the book. Another fault are the English explanations, some parts have many unnecessary words. I won't claim to be a good English speaker or writer but as a customer, I expected to read simple and concise English from this book. Don't get me wrong, I still think it's easy to understand but it needs improvement. I also found the introduction to verbs a bit confusing. Maybe it's just me being a complete beginner, but I found simpler explanations around the internet. Be sure to supplement your studies with another source. For Kanji section, it needs improvement, but it's fine for Elementary level. Also, the book teaches the polite Japanese style, this is not a negative for the book, depending on how you look at it. Maybe it's fine if you'll be in a work environment. I just wish that they also focused more on a more local style of speaking. I heard online that the 3rd Edition fixes the issues I mentioned above. I didn't know about the new edition when I bought this. If you're buying now, be sure to buy 3rd Edition. Overall, I'm plased with the book. I can recommend this to others (Get the 3rd Edition if you're reading this now). I will buy GENKI II 3rd Edition when I finish this.
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GENKI: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese with MP3 CD-Rom Workbook I [Second Edition] w/ MP3 CD-ROMEri Banno, Yoko Ikeda, Yutaka OnoGreat for Beginners
This book is great for beginners. It presents the lessons in a gradually increasing difficulty. The exercises and audio samples are great for establishing the lessons you just took, I can say that they're effective. However, this book/workbook (I am reviewing them as one, I'm copy pasting this to the workbook review) is not without its fault. First off, it assumes you know your kana by heart already. Though that's aligned in my study plan (I purposely studied kana before opening this book), they should mention it somewhere in the book. Another fault are the English explanations, some parts have many unnecessary words. I won't claim to be a good English speaker or writer but as a customer, I expected to read simple and concise English from this book. Don't get me wrong, I still think it's easy to understand but it needs improvement. I also found the introduction to verbs a bit confusing. Maybe it's just me being a complete beginner, but I found simpler explanations around the internet. Be sure to supplement your studies with another source. For Kanji section, it needs improvement, but it's fine for Elementary level. Also, the book teaches the polite Japanese style, this is not a negative for the book, depending on how you look at it. Maybe it's fine if you'll be in a work environment. I just wish that they also focused more on a more local style of speaking. I heard online that the 3rd Edition fixes the issues I mentioned above. I didn't know about the new edition when I bought this. If you're buying now, be sure to buy 3rd Edition. Overall, I'm plased with the book. I can recommend this to others (Get the 3rd Edition if you're reading this now). I will buy GENKI II 3rd Edition when I finish this.
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Transparent Book Cover (10-Sheet Set) B5: H257mm x W182mm x D1-32mm TransparenceBook AccessoryA bit thin to my liking
It's thin and might get ripped off easily hence my 3 star review. The edges where the sheets join are thin too. Good thing, it's easy to apply.
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Shin Seiki [CD+DVD] [Limited Release]Polkadot StingrayGreat Mini-album
POLKADOT STINGRAY continues to show that they can do a lot of genres. In this mini album, they've included tracks that are quite different from their previous works. Some fans may hate it, some may love it. I personally love it, although my favorite track, sp813, is still the sound they're famous for. It also comes with a DVD with some live performance and play guide so everyone can see how their songs are played.
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Polkadot Stingray Uchoten Tour Final Pol Fes 45 #Kakattekoiyo Budokan [w/ CD, Limited Edition]Polkadot StingrayGreat!
Superb Blu-ray quality. This band never disappoints. This is their first major concert and it's successful. I hope they release more concert Blu-rays.
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NieR:Automata BRING ARTS YoRHa No.2 Type B Version 2.0Looks good, however
I would've preferred if Nier:Automata went with figma because it's so much better than Bring-Arts. It looks decent but the articulation isn't as good. It has a lot of weapons though so it's plus. I was shipped with a duplicate right hand and missing left hand so that's an indication of Bring-Arts quality.
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World Domination [w/ Blu-ray, Limited Edition / Type A]BAND-MAIDBAND-MAID at it's best
This album is golden. World Domination showcases how far BAND-MAID is on writing and playing. Each track is top notch. There is no bad song. Each song flows smoothly into the next song. Guitar solos, thunderous bass and drum, soaring vocals - you have it all in this album.
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Uchoten [w/ T-shirt, Limited Edition]Polkadot StingrayPOLKADOT STINGRAY Never Disappoints
Just like the album title, the songs give off a happy vibe. I like how they still manage to keep their own sound across different tracks. Expect nothing less from Shizuku's vocals, Harushi's guitars, and Yuki's basslines.