Penlight Chronicles

Since Kis-My-Ft2 released MagFact last week, we thought we’d bring you our thoughts on their Synopsis Concert DVD Blu-Ray. Joining us this week is Anna, a long-time OG Kisumai fan, who brings her unique perspective and history to lend PenKuro some credibility 😁. We scream and flail about our favourite moments, marvel at some technological advancements, and debate our preferred outfits. Whether yo...

Arashi (嵐) made an announcement! And what a week it's been, join us as we discuss this latest piece of world-shattering news and how we can all proceed from here. What do you think of Arashi's decision and how the next year will go? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com

This week, we’re taking you along as you dive into なにわ男子/Naniwa Danshi’s latest concert release, +Alpha! From adorable concepts to hilarious Kansai antics, you’ll get to hear our impressions and honest thoughts on all the highlights. Whether you’re a dedicated fan or just curious about what makes Naniwa Danshi’s concerts so much fun, join us and see if your thoughts match ours! Don’t forget t...

Welcome to a new segment, Why Should People Adopt Your Group! Today we’re talking about two groups who have captured two of our co-hosts’ hearts. We’ll be talking about why and what there is to love about them, and recommending some things for our listeners to check-out. Come and learn more about two Kansai groups and, we hope, you’ll be walking away wanting to learn more about at least one. This...

In a world where being calm and collected is seen as good points, we have today’s offering. Join us and dive into a world so chaotic that not even language can explain what’s going on. Come find out how Zoe and Maiko were lied to and what Hoshi found endearing about them when they were juniors. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonu...

A coin flip determined this episode… but why? Today, we’ll be talking about a group that some of us were determined not to fall in love with, while the other was banned from listening to them too much. Find out who Hoshi and Zoe want to fight, and why it really and truly is Maiko’s fault. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus epis...

How to attract our attention? Be crazy loud, be extremely chaotic, and be amazingly talented! This is exactly what the group in today’s episode did to capture our attention. Come listen as the three of us talk about the whys and hows of us falling into this group and what is keeping us on board this train, chasing after rainbows. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with oth...

This week we’re bringing you some news. The biggest piece being timelesz’s new members. Join us as the three of us discuss our thoughts and feelings after watching the last episode of timelesz Project: Audition and the subsequent livestream. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com

Sometimes we love something so much it hurts, and today’s group does that to us. Not only is their journey an intricate part of Penlight Chronicles lore, they’re also an inspiration for so many. So join us as we reminisce how they affected the three of us, bringing laughs from our bellies, tears from our eyes, and love from our hearts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this wi...

Today we’ll be talking about a group who has captured our attention recently (for some of us) and is truly our addiction. We’ll be diving into how we discovered them, what’s captured our attention, and how they’ve convinced us to stick around. Join us as we make some discoveries new and old, and maybe they’ll become your addiction too. Sound by mattskydoodle (Freesound) This is a public episode. I...

How it All Began, and as the title suggests, your three hosts will be talking about which group brought them together and how their history with this group affected their lives. We’ll dive into the history of the group, how we discovered them, and why they have our continued devotion. Join us as we laugh our way through the very reason we became friends. This is a public episode. If you would like...

Se no, domo Penlight Chronicles desu! Hi everyone, we’re Penlight Chronicles and welcome to our first episode. We’re just three friends talking about our love of STARTO idols and hope you’ll join us on this ride. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit penlightchronicles.substack.com