Ever watched a streamer add a wild twist to their gameplay? We're talking "restricted playthroughs" (縛りプレイ) – custom rules and constraints that crank up the entertainment factor and pull in the ...
Japanese design and creative YouTuber Kazuya Ishikawa (@issikazu20) recently set the internet ablaze after sharing an incredibly imaginative concept on X (formerly Twitter). Ishikawa unveiled a conc ...
Today (May 20) marked the announcement of the second wave of Nintendo Switch 2 lottery results in Japan, and X (formerly Twitter) was once again a mixed bag of joy and despair. But the real buzz? Popu ...
If you're into anime, manga, or games, you're probably used to seeing a ton of merchandise for your favorite series. These days, there are even more themed IP character goods, often featuring brand-ne ...
Japanese design apparel brand graniph, known for its affordable yet stylish threads, has previously scored big with popular collaborations like "Attack on Titan," "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure," and even ...
For anyone with a family and kids, you've probably got your own parenting war stories. Sometimes, being a parent means your little ones' innocent, goofy antics can make your head spin – but hey, it's ...
Get ready for a serious blast from the past! The legendary arcade classic, PAC-MAN (パックマン), first unleashed upon the world in 1980, is hitting its epic 45th anniversary this year. For many, it's ...
If you're into Gunpla, you've probably dabbled in all sorts of customization techniques – painting, cutting, weathering, or even full-blown themed builds. It's all about making your model truly uniqu ...
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy IX, a title many players consider one of the series' masterpieces. To celebrate, a special commemorative website launched in March, unveiling a sl ...
A recent video from the Japanese YouTube channel "Kyusei Service" has absolutely blown up on social media. The clip features the YouTuber wrapping his entire body in aluminum foil, all in an attempt t ...
Back in January 2025, Hideo Kojima revealed that his stealth-spy action game, codenamed "PHYSINT," had hit a snag due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, causing a temporary halt in development. However, in a ...
Japanese retail chain Shimamura (しまむら) has a knack for teaming up with popular anime IPs to bring fans everyday essentials. They've previously dropped "Crayon Shin-chan" character loungewear and " ...
You're probably familiar with Kitaro, the classic yokai manga by the late Shigeru Mizuki. Blending traditional Japanese folklore with modern themes, it's a beloved series that appeals to both kids and ...
Chiikawa, the adorable creation of illustrator and manga artist Nagano, burst onto the scene in 2020 and quickly swept across the globe. Its unique charm only grew with the TV anime adaptation, making ...
Get ready, JoJo fans! Following the success of the live-action NHK drama series "Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan," based on Hirohiko Araki's iconic "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure," and its cinematic outing "Rohan ...
Nintendo recently dropped a bombshell, announcing a slew of highly anticipated accessibility features for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, slated for release on June 5, 2025 (with a Taiwan launch expec ...
If you're into Gunpla, you know the drill: painting, cutting, weathering, or even full-blown themed overhauls are all part of making your plastic masterpiece truly yours. Recently, Japanese X (formerl ...
Hirohiko Araki's manga masterpiece, "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure," completely redefined the genre with the introduction of its iconic "Stand" system from Part 3 onwards. These unique manifestations, tail ...
Released globally on Netflix on April 23, "Bullet Train Explosion" (新幹線大爆破), directed by Shinji Higuchi and starring Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, is a remake of the 50-year-old film of the same name. The ...
The manga Jujutsu Kaisen officially wrapped up its six-and-a-half-year run last September with Chapter 271. While the manga may be over, the anime isn't slowing down! The third season, "Culling Game A ...
