Devon Lord Moncrief
Devon Lord-Moncrief lives in the US, but he absolutely loved Japan when he visited for a month. Traveling from Tokyo to Osaka to Kyoto and back to Tokyo, Devon loved every restaurant he ate at, every shrine he visited, and every awesome retro game store he discovered. Devon may live in the US, but his heart stayed behind in Yokohama, watching the sun set across Osanbashi Pier. At home, Devon can be found playing games, watching anime, and working out.
Articles by Devon Lord Moncrief
KFC Japan: One of Japan’s Most Popular Traditions
When it comes to fried chicken, KFC Japan is on a whole different level. Traditional Japanese food, such as ramen, sushi, and chankonabe, is still revered and super popular in Japan, but there’s a special place reserved in Japan’s stomach for fresh KFC. For some, the idea that KFC is a staple of Japanese culture...
US Tariffs: How the End of De Minimis Affects TokyoTreat
If you’re unsure about how the US trade with Japan stands now, we’ll clear the facts for you!
Demon Slayer’s Latest Film Makes Cinema History in Japan
The power of a good animated film should never be doubted, and in Demon Slayer’s case, it’s proven to be capable of breaking multiple cinematic records. In Japan, anime films are events that can obliterate the live-action market. Take the most recent Demon Slayer movie, for example.
Akira 1988: The Greatest Anime Movie of All Time!
Without any hyperbole, Katsuhiro Otomo’s Akira (1988) is one of the most impactful, influential, and cutting-edge anime ever. Its depictions of the gritty and neon-soaked city of Neo-Tokyo and the struggles of its many different heroes and villains have captivated fans of science fiction for over forty years.
Junji Ito Wins Spot in Comic Hall of Fame!
Ask a horror manga fan to name the most excellent writer, and many will say Junji Ito. He was recently inducted into the Will Eisner Comic Hall of Fame to honor his impact on manga, one of the highest awards a comic creator can receive.
Isekai Anime: The Ultimate Guide!
Isekai anime has quickly become one of the most recognizable trends in modern Japanese animation. These stories usually start with an ordinary character who is suddenly transported to another world. It might happen through a flash of light, a strange shrine visit during an eclipse, or the classic intervention of truck-kun. Once there, they encounter...
