#25 Confessions: We're sorry, but we haven't actually watched these popular manga and anime

We delve deep into the definition of reading and watching.

Rather than a simple binary of "watched vs. didn't watch," they discuss unique criteria for how much of a series one must consume to truly claim they have seen it. When it comes to massive hits spanning over 100 volumes, the contrast in their perspectives on what qualifies as having read a series makes for a fascinating conversation.

Admissions of never having experienced generation-defining hits pile up.

Surprising facts emerge as they reveal that they don't actually know much about staples like Slam Dunk, Dragon Ball, or Yu-Gi-Oh, which everyone is supposed to have gone through. Especially when Sakai-san misremembers the name of a famous item, their shaky knowledge levels are exposed, creating a mix of laughter and tension in the studio.

If you've forgotten the content, is it the same as never having read it?

The discussion evolves into a philosophical question: if you once went through a work but can no longer recall the details, can you really say you have read it? From one specific title, the suspicion of their "lack of experience" grows even deeper, so please be sure to listen to the full episode to find out how it ends.