Manga offers a fresh take on Japanese urban legend ‘Mary’s Phone’
I’m a sucker for a good scary story. I grew up a horror movie junkie, and haven’t outgrown the addiction as I’ve gotten older. My…
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Veteran actor Fumiyo Kohinata shows wild TikTok skills in commercial campaign
66-year-old Fumiyo Kohinata is a veteran actor who is a regular presence in Japanese TV dramas and films. Recently, he has appeared in TV dramas…
Japanese Cat Sulks in Selfies with Owner
Most pet owners love their critters dearly and can’t help but taking loads of photos. Taking a nap in the sun, rolling around outside in…
Pokémon releases an official ASMR video of hanging out with Pikachu for an afternoon
Pikachu has certainly earned his place as the top of the Pokémon popularity food chain. That’s probably why he’s entrusted with such time-consuming duties such…
Adorable munchkin proves that cats and cucumbers can get along
If you were to believe what you see in the epic (one-sided) battles you see between them in viral videos, it would seem that cats…
“With a Cat and Dog, Every Day is Fun” anime to have its first exhibition
“With a Cat and Dog, Every Day is Fun” 犬と猫とどっちも飼ってると毎日たのしい Manga artist Hidekichi Matsumoto’s popular series “With a Cat and Dog, Every Day is Fun”…
Japanese animal-lover’s owl makes shocking transformation when the lights go on
Japanese animal-lover Shuu loves to care of reptiles. His Tiwtter account shows him handling an amethystine python, an African rock python, a reticulated python, an…
Ride the Sagano Romantic Train through the gorgeous fall foliage of Kyoto
The Sagano Romantic Tram Although it may be difficult to travel now during the pandemic, one Japanese travel destination to keep in mind at this…
Japan’s new life-size moving Gundam statue unveiled in full dramatic glory
Japan has had more than one full scale Mobile Suit Gundam statue, but the 18-meter (59-foot) full scale statue of the iconic anime’s original original…
CyberConnect2’s original manga “Chaser Game” dives into the Japanese video game industry
If you’re at all familiar with the Japanese comics known as manga, you’re probably familiar with the colorful and magical science fiction/fantasy types with cute…
Sanrio Puroland kicks off 30th Anniversary with livestreamed show and global-scale promo video
Sanrio Puroland is celebrating its 30th Anniversary from December 7th, 2020. To commemorate the occasion, they will have a retrospective live-streamed show on the eve…
Japan opens up chiropractic service for gamers with bad posture
Japanese gaming accessory and furniture brand Bauhutte is used to making gamers comfortable with their ultimate gaming onesies featuring toilet systems and isolation tents, but…
Universal Studios Japan’s Super Nintendo World announces opening and unveils Mario Kart ride
It was only just recently that Universal Studios Japan announced a number of intriguing details regarding the opening and featured attractions of “Super Nintendo World”,…
Celebrity icthyologist and YouTube star Fish Boy invites cameras into his extraordinary Fish House
Sakana-kun, or ‘Fish Boy’, is a rising star on YouTube. He has built up a keen following among fish enthusiasts, who have been won over…
ZA new online theatre opens up new possibilities for theatre goers
The coronavirus has hit the performing arts hard, as audiences shy away from enclosed spaces. But all is not lost. Theatrical company No Meets has…