Tag Archive: Japanese Magic players

The Japan Hobbyist: 2013 – A Year in Review

We always say it, but I can’t believe how fast 2013 has passed us by. We’re one year older, we have one more year of experiences, and at The Japan Hobbyist I have… Continue reading

Almost Famous: An interview with GP Kitakyushu semifinalist Nomura Ryosuke

It seemed unreal at the end of day 1 in Kitakyushu – Three of my friends had made it to Day 2. I was pretty happy for them. Two were using Jund midrange,… Continue reading

The Japan Metagame Diaries: Oh Lord, Please Don’t Let me be Misunderstood

This year marks the 20th Anniversary of Magic the Gathering. It’s grown from a back room, kitchen table card game to an international success. In Magic’s history, heroes were born and died, legends… Continue reading

The Japan Metagame Diaries: Popping My Cherry

“So what’s it like . . . you know?” “It’s like warm apple pie” I’m no stranger to Pro Tour Qualifiers. Since I moved to Nagoya and decided to become a serious Magic… Continue reading