Back in 1995, TAKARA TOMY launched the wildly popular B-Daman toy series, a spin-off from Bomberman. While the more recent Cap Revolution Bottleman toys have kept the spirit alive, the original series ...
While most of us like to believe in the inherent goodness of people, there are always those who commit acts that are just plain unacceptable – like shoplifting. It's an unfortunate reality that pops ...
When you talk about Nintendo's most iconic games, Super Mario immediately springs to mind, right? From blockbuster games to smash-hit movies, it's a global phenomenon, and with the official reveal of ...
The latest Gundam anime, "Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX," a joint production between two animation giants, Studio Khara (of "Neon Genesis Evangelion" fame) and Sunrise ("Mobile Suit Gundam"), kicked of ...
Becoming a streamer or YouTuber has become a dream for countless young people today. With dedication and effort, the barrier to entry is lower than ever, especially in this age of ubiquitous smartphon ...
Celebrating an incredible 38 years since its debut, the classic RPG series "Dragon Quest" continues to reign supreme, cementing its status as one of Square Enix's most beloved and iconic franchises. G ...
The "2025 Osaka World Expo" officially kicked off last Sunday (April 13th), launching a six-month run that's already drawing massive crowds. With dedicated pavilions from countries worldwide, visitors ...
A Japanese junior high school music textbook is currently blowing up online after it was discovered to feature the acclaimed rock band Sakanaction's track "Aruku Around" as an example of J-Pop. The d ...
CAPCOM's iconic "Resident Evil" series needs no introduction. It's a bona fide classic and a best-selling horror franchise, with over a dozen titles released since its 1996 debut. Today (April 18), Ca ...
For many, McDonald's Happy Meal holds a special place in childhood memories. Beyond the food, those unique toys and giveaways were pure magic. Japan continues this tradition with regular updates, and ...
Are romance manga *really* just about, well, romance? A Japanese netizen, Shiozaki Rira (@sio3rira), recently dropped a thought-provoking observation on X (formerly Twitter). She suggested that series ...
The 2025 Osaka World Expo officially kicked off last Sunday (April 13), launching its six-month run to massive crowds. And of course, the Expo's official mascot, Myaku-Myaku (ミャクミャク), has been s ...
Pokémon Centers worldwide are always buzzing, drawing massive crowds eager to snag exclusive merch. And it's not just in Japan – these stores are a magnet for fans everywhere, constantly dropping ne ...
A recent post on X (formerly Twitter) by Japanese user Yuuto Tobino (@yuutobino) about her second son's eye-opening experience at an agricultural high school has gone viral, resonating with countless ...
Kickstarting in April, 2025's hottest new Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX is a powerhouse collaboration between *Neon Genesis Evangelion*'s Studio Khara and *Mobile Suit Gundam* veterans SUNRISE. Fans ar ...
Pokémon Center Online, the official Japanese online store for all things Pokémon, has a knack for dropping massive, fan-favorite plushies. Think Ditto, Lapras, Snorlax, Slowpoke – you name it, and ...
Gundam's official fashion brand, STRICT-G, has been a fan favorite, consistently teaming up with major Japanese and American brands to release a variety of apparel and goods. Now, they've announced an ...
Launched last November, the "Animator Skills Test (Aniken)" — spearheaded by the NAFCA (Japan Animation Film Culture Alliance) to assess fundamental animation skills — has been a hit with the indust ...
Japan's Gifu Prefecture recently hosted the "Nohime Audition," and it's absolutely blown up on social media! Why? Because its entry requirements are "open to all living beings," turning a traditional ...
Ever seen a swimsuit that gives off serious "duet" vibes? Recently, an artist on Japanese X (formerly Twitter) sparked a massive discussion, confessing their confusion over a particular two-piece swim ...
