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Drawn to Japan logo. Comic Artist. drawn by Darryl Knickrehm
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14 Dec09:07
14 Dec09:07
Dec 2023
Dec 2023
Alan Wake. AI generated image.

Random: Alan Wake

Hey, fellow comic enthusiasts! Buckle up, because I’ve got something on my mind that’s a bit off the usual ink-and-paper track. Grab your favorite console controller, because today, we’re taking a detour into the realm of video games.

11 Dec07:31
11 Dec07:31
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Life as a Gaijin 2 – Language Barriers

Hey, fellow world travelers! Welcome back to the chronicles of my escapades in the captivating land of Japan. Today, we’re diving into a quirky aspect of life in Japan that’s been a part of my daily tapestry for the past two decades – language, or more precisely, the delightful challenge of communication.

08 Dec08:47
08 Dec08:47
Why not draw manga. photo by Darryl Knickrehm

MAKING COMICS: Why not draw manga?

Hey there, fellow comic enthusiasts! It’s me again, your trusty guide through the wonderful world of drawing comics. So, I bet some of you are scratching your heads and wondering, “Hey, you’re in Japan, why aren’t you drawing manga?” Great question! Buckle up, because today’s entry is all about that.

04 Dec06:04
04 Dec06:04
Explore Japan - Eikaiwa. Photo by Darryl Knickrehm

EXPLORE JAPAN: Eikaiwa

Hey there, Japan enthusiasts! It’s me again, your friendly neighborhood Dariru, coming to you with another installment of my adventures in the Land of the Rising Sun. Today, let’s dive into the world of English teachery, the tried and true gateway for many foreigners looking to make their way to Japan. Specifically, the Eikaiwa.

01 Dec09:25
01 Dec09:25
The Immortal Resurrected. Drawn by Darryl Knickrehm

BEHIND THE SCENES 1 – The Immortal Resurrected

Gather around, fellow comic book fans, and prepare yourself for the latest entry in my saga of creating comics. And like a lot of stories these days, we’re going to start at the end (got to have a good Frame Story to see where this is all going). Today I’ll take you on a journey through the genesis of my latest comic, The Immortal Resurrected. Make sure your oxygen tank is full, because we’re about to embark on a space odyssey that spans my entire comic artist career.

about me

My name is Darryl Knickrehm. I’m the comic artist for Simulation Theory, Feeder, The Argus; writer/illustrator of The Immortal Resurrected, Lost Souls: Haywire; and full time gaijin. You can call me Darryl, or what people call me around this neck of the woods: Dariru. Because I live in Japan. I’m originally from the sunny shores of Orange County, California, but somehow found myself calling Japan home. How did I end up here, you ask? Well, grab a cup of your favorite caffeinated diuretic and settle in, because it’s a story filled with twists, turns, and a loooot of self-discovery.

 

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Comic Artist. 20-year "Gajin"

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20 Nov: Thanksgiving, Japan Style!

Hey there, world explorers! It’s that time of the year again – Thanksgiving in Japan. If you’ve ever wondered how to recreate a traditional Thanksgiving feast when you’re 6000 miles away from home, buckle up, because today I’m taking you on a journey through my attempts at crafting a slice of Americana right here in Japan.

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10 Nov: PROLOGUE: Who Is Dariru?

My name is Darryl Knickrehm, comic artist and full time ‘gaijin.’ I’m originally from the sunny shores of Orange County, California, but somehow found myself calling Japan home. How did I end up here, you ask? Well, grab a cup of your favorite caffeinated diuretic and settle in, because it’s a story filled with twists, turns, and a loooot of self-discovery.

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