It’s been very interesting to read what you have described here so thank you for that 
it’s an area most westerners never see about the Japanese culture so it’s something I’ve always been curious about. I plan to travel to Japan again next year so hopefully I’ll get a chance to visit Yokosuka then!
Also welcome @Yata, @RKW and @prototypeOEZ! I how you’ll enjoy yourself here in our little community
Ego death? I need to hear more about this
Oh I see! Yes, I will happily explain to you! I will send you a PM, since it is a off topic for here! And thank you so much 
Yes! I noted those similarities too! Even in Higurashi (major plot spoiler) The endless cycle of June 1983, and repeating through suffering over and over but Umineko was even more close to those inspirations and theme as you mentioned! I would be glad and humbled to help with anything, so please PM me freely anytime.
Thank you so much 
I am not so, though! There are so many wonderful people here! I also look forward to discussing more and become friends!
Hey guys! I’m Jokrono, you might know me as the lost and confused half of my Umineko Playthrough with @MagusVerborum!
I have been described as many things including “someone completely new to Umineko (who doesn’t have much interest in Japanese media)” by the illustrious @Aspirety, “a cutie when he’s embarassed” by @MagusVerborum, and some expletives by @pictoshark
I’m currently only reading Umineko, and Magus and I are up to Episode 3. Who knows if I’ll delve in to other 07th Expansion works but Umineko sure is a blast so far 
You’re the best Sherlock-in-Training i could ask for 
Welcome to the forum nyu
Oh goodness, my work is already spoken of 
Once we’ve done our next recording session I have a big post to make about it, so we’ll see where we go from there
Glad you could finally make it @Jokrono! Rokkenjima welcomes you. I’m very excited to hear some of your theories from the question arcs. I’m sure some of our newcomers would love to chat with you. I imagine @seraphitic would love to greet you but he seems a bit busy lately
I hope you enjoy your time here!
Welcome to Rokkenjima! Glad you could make it
I’m Klona.
A few years ago, I watched Higurashi. I loved it. Then I saw Umineko. I’ve heard that the VN was a lot better, but I haven’t touched on it until this year. And now, I’ve finished the VNs. I think I like Umineko more, I’ve felt all sorts of emotions while reading through the novels. I found this place through Google. Looking forward to knowing you all.
Welcome to Rokkenjima!
If you wish to discuss Higurashi and Umineko, we have threads (spoiler and non spoiler) dedicated to each arc, and to the series in general! Feel free to add in, or read other peoples thoughts!
And, if you want to read more 07th expansion, might I recommend you try Higanbana No Saku Yoru Ni? The community is currently reading and discussing the first night, with a podcast putting the first three chapters on dispay, and a second one coming with episodes four to seven as the main topics.
Lastly, we have other threads for nonrelated 07th expansion things like favorite foods and music if you just want to try and get a feel for everyone!
Enjoy your stay
Welcome!! 
It’s God himself!! Welcome Felix to the forum!
Indeed I would like to talk with you @Jokrono. I’m glad that you’ve joined us at last. You are already something of a celebrity here, as I’m sure you’ve found out.
Thanks guys! It’s really great to see that the stuff I’ve been working on is sticking
I am not familiar with you and Magus’ videos, so I won’t admire you too much, sorry. 
But well, a new perspective and new theories from somebody new to 07th Expansion are interesting to read, so I do look forward to those. And welcome, welcome. Maybe I’ll get to know you better during your time here?