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First, the standard blurb...
 

OtakuSource is the name of our online store (.net)for anime sales. We starated selling anime online just because we love the stuff so much and the opportunity presented itself. We've been on Ebay for a few years but have finally gotten fed up with the pricing and are delighted to have found a new home here on Ebid! Our coffee company is Five Horizons Espresso.


Five Horizons began as a drive thru espresso stand in Seattle, WA. We expanded into online sales of our signature coffee roasts, Anime, Books, Music, Movies, Gift Boxes, etc... We value culture, diversity and respect. Let us show you how these values translate into amazing customer service!


Now more about me...


I am an insomniac. (Diagnosed even) It took years to figure it out. I take sleeping pills to get to sleep, but you know what? They don't work. Since I have sooo much time on my hands to do extra things, I either work or watch Anime in my spare time. It’s good that I have so much going on. Since I...


Am a husband, A father (five and sixteen year old here, how about you?), An employee of a major software manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest, An owner of a Drive-thru espresso stand, A bedroom DJ (well, basement) and a collector of J-Pop culture paraphernalia and media.


So yeah, in my spare time I watch Anime :). I really enjoy watching current series, going back and watching very old series that I like when I was younger (I remember watching Robotech for its US debut!) and mixing video montages with the dub / drum and bass that I'm mixing.


A guys got to have his hobbies, plus who wouldn't like watching their kids dance to their music!


Now, about Anime...


I'm often asked (my friends know I am an addict for this stuff:) what my favorite shows are. It took me a really long time to finally come up with this list. I just finished it a few months ago. You know what? It changes daily. For now...


My Personal Top Ten List:


Before you read the list, there is one show that to me stands out above all others. It is:


GINTAMA! Elizabeth is my idol.


1. Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann
2. Furi Kuri (a.k.a. Fooly Cooly or FLCL)
3. Full Metal Alchemist
4. (The) Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya
5. Welcome to the NHK
6. Elfen Lied
7. Serial Experiments Lain
8. Xam'd: Lost Memories
9. Cowboy Bebop
10. Bleach


Ok, I can't stop there. There's also Midori Days, Rideback, Gundam 00, Hell Girl, Shikabane Hime,Coyote Ragtime Show... and it goes on and on... Each one reminds me of 15 more i'd like to share. (can't forget "When they Cry" either!)... anyhow, enjoy! What are your favorites? I'm always interested in talking shop. Drop me a line!

Favorite Links
Wikipedia - The best Anime / Manga Source... STILL!
AnimeNewsNetwork
My Coffee Roaster - Truly Excellent People - Seattle Gourmet Coffee