One photo shows how Japanese movie theaters cleverly deal with swarms of Demon Slayer fans
Hit anime and manga series Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has made it even bigger in the past month with the massive success of the…
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My Top Five Recommended Sports Manga
I think that an explanation of what sports manga are about isn’t necessary, as the name is self-explanatory. This particular genre focuses on competition and…
Four Japanese Anime Live-Action Adaptations You shouldn’t Miss
Many people are looking forward to upcoming anime or manga, but when it comes to live-action movies, the opinions split sometimes. I admit that some…
‘Japanese Week’ sees The Great British Bake Off labelled as racist by viewers
A heated discussion has erupted over last week’s episode of The Great British Bake Off. A number of complaints have been sent in to Ofcom…
Japanese designer shirt brand puts out new Pokémon lineup
With the stylish Pokémon shirts project and other embroidered fashion, Pokémon lovers have quite a few ways to wear their fandom on their sleeve. Now…
Roomba notifies Japanese owner it was stuck. This is what her room cam revealed.
Twitter user Chonpy ちょみぃ (@chonpy5010) posted a video on her account which has gone viral. The other day, when she was out, she received a…
Rilakkuma and Kaoru soon to star in new Netflix stop motion animation series set in theme park
Rilakkuma, a portmanteau of the English word ‘relax’, and the Japanese word ‘kuma’, meaning bear, is known for taking it easy. This cute, fuzzy guy…
Blade Runner-like “holographic” Coke Vision display appears outside Shibuya Station
The next time you visit Shibuya’s famous Scramble Crossing, look at the QFRONT building. In particular, you’ll want to look 131 feet above ground level……
The King’s Singers ‘Finding Harmony in Japan’ October 24 Concert
grape Japan Editor’s note: Although the concert streamed live on October 24, it is still viewable until October 31 at 7 P.M. (JST) Arielle Busetto,…
Went to see “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba The Movie: Mugen Train” at the cinema in Japan
“Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Train,” a continuation of the popular anime series, Demons Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba had its premiere on…
This school in Chiba is taking a cultural trip to Kansai using Minecraft!
They say there is a silver lining behind every cloud. Although 2020 has been one of the worst years in living memory, with COVID-19 nearly…
Fans push back on trending “Demon Slayer harassment”–being alienated for disliking the hit anime
In Japan, various types of harassment can be described by combining the root of the bullying with the abbreviated suffix of hara (ハラ). Sekuhara (sexual…
Pour your passion for anime into a drink at the “Character Cocktail Making School”
You may have seen collaboration menu items at anime-themed cafes and restaurants, with the occasional cocktail also included for good measure. For example, we enjoyed…
Japan’s cuddly robot gets permanent themed cafe with new LOVOT Cafe in Kanagawa
Over the years, Japan has come up with robots that serve almost any purpose you can think of, from things like delivering packages to securing…
Pikachu’s new job is helping children Poképoo with a Pikachu potty training toilet
Pikachu sure has been busy lately. Between turning himself into an inflatable “horse” you can ride around on, personally announcing 100 Pokémon manholes installed in…