Thumb harp artist beautifully covers themes from Studio Ghibli and Demon Slayer
Japanese YouTuber Misa has attracted quite a following for her tutorial videos covering songs, many of which popular anime themes or top-ranking J-pop hits, that…
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Exclusive Interview with Masataka Kubota from “Radiation House II”
Note: This text is reproduced verbatim and provided courtesy of © Fuji Television Network, Inc. (Interview Date: October 2021) Q: Please tell us how you…
Hotel New Otani adds two new Tiger & Bunny-themed rooms to plan that sold out in 30 minutes
Hotel Hotel New Otani is collaborating with popular anime Tiger & Bunny to celebrate the anime’s 10th year anniversary, and offering a special stay-plan. The…
Japanese action figure hobbyist’s skits may seriously discourage you from looking for Waldo
Japanese Twitter user Edama えだま (@kissshot51) is an action figure enthusiast with a great sense of humor. Leveraging Twitter’s format allowing 1 to 4 images…
Ecolean releases stylish and lightweight drink packs teaming up with iconic anime Neon Genesis Evangelion
The official brand of iconic anime Neon Genesis Evangelion, “RADIO EVA ” is releasing packaged fruit juice in 5 different flavors using Ecolean’s packaging which…
Strings Hotel Nagoya offers rooms inspired by the world of Disney’s Frozen
The Strings Hotel Nagoya in Japan is presenting two Disney’s Frozen themed stay plans in original concept rooms. A day-stay plan with Afternoon Tea “FROZEN–Snow…
Disney Japan releases UniBEARsity plush toy inspired by Naomi Watanabe
Rising to fame in 2008 for her imitation of Beyoncé, comedian, actress and fashion designer Naomi Watanabe is loved by fans not only in Japan…
A new live performance café “My Fave” will be your favorite place in Tokyo!
A new fun location called まいふぇいぶ My Fave opened this month in Shibuya, which is one of the most exciting areas in Japan! My Fave…
Bijomen Final Project: Memorial NFT Charity proceeds will go to traffic accident prevention
On October 5th, 2013, comedian, singer, and voice actor Yakkun Sakurazuka and his manager died in a tragic traffic accident on an expressway while en…
Bandai releases stylish Mobile Suit Gundam sneakers
Mobile Suit Gundam has always dominated the plastic model world, but thanks to a recent celebration of its 40th anniversary, we’ve seen its merchandise kingdom…
Disney Store Japan collection celebrates 20 years of Monsters, Inc
Can you believe it’s been twenty years since lovable monsters Mike and Sulley graced theatre screens in the hit CGI family film Monsters, Inc? Twenty…
Top ten YouTube channels popular among high school students in Japan
Since 1995, Japanese marketing and research company ING Co., Ltd. has been conducting the “Shibuya Trend Research” survey to understand and promulgate information on the…
Dine with ghosts, ghouls and werewolves at Cafe Legato’s Halloween Afternoon Tea
Located on the top floor of the E Space Tower in Dogenzaka, Cafe Legato comes with an unparalleled view of west Tokyo’s skyline. Inside, the…
Pui Pui Molcar rides into the gaming world of Nintendo Switch
Ever since stop motion anime Pui Pui Molcar started airing back in January, it has become somewhat of a viral hit amongst fans on Twitter…
Cat’s resemblance to Studio Ghibli character thrills anime fans in Japan
In the fall of 2018, a new family member suddenly joined Mia Ibañez’s household. They found a little, black kitten in a vacant lot behind…