Japan's official Pokémon online store, Pokémon Center Online, has been absolutely crushing it with its super popular oversized plushies, bringing fan-favorite Pokémon like Ditto, Lapras, Snorlax, a ...
Get ready for some serious cuteness! I.E.I Original Shop, the Japanese e-commerce site specializing in anime merchandise, has just announced a brand-new collaboration with Sanrio under their lifestyle ...
A Japanese netizen recently took to Threads to share a bizarre vending machine encounter. They popped in a ¥1,000 bill for a drink, only to be showered with a whopping 19 coins in change! The wild t ...
The 40th Sanrio Character Ranking is heating up, with voting in full swing! Currently, Pompompurin, who ranked fourth last year, is leading the pack, proving just how beloved and popular this characte ...
The original PlayStation dropped back in 1994, marking Sony's grand entrance into the home console arena. Fast forward 30 years, and the PlayStation brand has seen some serious tech upgrades, with eac ...
"Haikyuu!! The Movie: Decisive Battle at the Garbage Dump," which hit theaters last February, wasn't just a box office smash in Japan, raking in billions of yen; it also drew massive crowds of fans. A ...
Nintendo finally pulled back the curtain on the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 during a "Nintendo Direct" presentation in early April. The reveal showcased a slew of new features and games, conf ...
Get ready to level up your style, Gundam fans! BANDAI FASHION COLLECTION (BanColle!), Bandai's dedicated line for character-themed apparel and lifestyle goods, just announced a must-have item from the ...
VTubers have absolutely exploded in popularity in recent years, not just in Japan where the trend first took off, but also seeing massive growth in countries like China, the US, and beyond. Typically, ...
Recently on Japan's X, a user known for sharing bizarre culinary creations, "Kishoku Suhaisha Rikuto" (@naze6622), unveiled his latest jaw-dropping project. This time, he took an entire sunfish (yes, ...
If you're into Gunpla, you've probably dabbled in all sorts of customization – painting, cutting, weathering, or even full-blown themed builds. It's all about making your kit truly unique, right? Thi ...
If you've ever hit up Japan, you know the magic of "100-yen stores." They're treasure troves of everything from snacks to quirky gadgets, and sometimes, you stumble upon a real gem. Recently on X, use ...
Japanese design apparel brand graniph, known for its affordable yet stylish offerings, has previously dropped highly popular collaborations with giants like Attack on Titan, Hunter x Hunter, and even ...
A "beyond imagination" personality diagnosis system is currently blowing up on X (formerly Twitter). It claims to be an MBTI-style test, but its actual operation completely defies logic, leaving user ...
The VTuber scene has exploded in recent years, becoming a global phenomenon from Japan to Asia and the West. But with this massive wave of attention comes a harsh reality: for every star, there are co ...
In our increasingly globalized entertainment landscape, characters from all corners of the world pop up in stories with diverse cultural backdrops. This naturally leads to a wider array of character ...
Ever tried your hand at needle felting, fellow pop culture enthusiasts? This fun craft lets you create all sorts of amazing things. We've previously featured a Japanese artist who crafted a stunning w ...
Released in September 2022, Nintendo's hit shooter Splatoon 3 has been racking up praise for its unique gameplay, vibrant art style, engaging battle mechanics, and catchy music. It's truly a standout ...
Move over, official consoles! YouTuber BigRig Creates recently blew minds on his channel, showcasing his incredible 3D printing and circuitry skills to craft a custom Nintendo home console series insp ...
Last October saw the launch of the first-ever Pokémon Trading Card Game mobile app, "Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket," which quickly became a global sensation with players logging in daily. And let ...
