Many of us love to browse so-called "second-hand shops" or thrift stores. While the items aren't brand new, there's a unique thrill in discovering rare finds, and that's part of the fun these stores o ...
Idol culture is absolutely massive in Japan, from mainstream groups dominating TV shows to indie idols hustling to make a name for themselves. They all boast huge fanbases, and for many, interacting w ...
If you're into model kits, you know it's not just Gundam or robots anymore. We're talking everything from anime girls and historical figures to cars, planes, warships, and even monsters! The sheer var ...
Japanese health and beauty brand SUNSTAR is teaming up with the iconic Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise, celebrating its 30th anniversary with an epic collaboration! The focus? None other than Seto Kaiba and his l ...
Capcom's highly anticipated new title, Monster Hunter Wilds, made a massive splash on Steam on its release day, and over a month later, countless players are still deep in the hunting craze. Beyond th ...
The VTuber phenomenon has absolutely exploded in recent years, not just in Japan, but also seeing a massive surge in popularity across China, the US, and other countries worldwide. Professionals from ...
From the wonderfully weird to the downright wild, today's gacha machines offer an endless parade of treasures. We've all been there, staring down a wall of capsule toys, paralyzed by choice. But have ...
The anime film "Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle," which premiered last February, not only smashed the box office in Japan with over 10 billion yen but also drew massive crowds in Taiwan. This year, they ...
If you're into Japanese idols, you know they host all sorts of events. The handshake event, for instance, really took off thanks to "idols you can meet" like AKB48, inspiring countless other groups to ...
Japan is a treasure trove of affordable fashion brands. Think UNIQLO, GU, Muji, Coen, graniph, WEGO – and that's just scratching the surface! For anyone looking to refresh their wardrobe without brea ...
Known for its sophisticated jewelry designed for adults, U-TREASURE has previously dropped stunning collaborations with IPs like "Neon Genesis Evangelion," "Godzilla," and "Cardcaptor Sakura." Good ne ...
The annual "Detective Conan" movie has been a staple for fans for ages, and this year's 28th installment, titled "Detective Conan: The Million-Dollar Pentagram," is set to hit Japanese theaters next w ...
Japanese audio brand ONKYO, a veteran in collaborating with popular anime IPs, has previously teamed up with acclaimed series like Pretty Cure and Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya, both to great success ...
The "2025 World Expo" is set to kick off in Osaka, Japan, on April 13th, running for a six-month exhibition period. Its official mascot, Myaku-Myaku (ミャクミャク), has garnered mixed reactions since ...
Originally a tokusatsu TV series by Toei in 1982, Space Sheriff Gavan later got a movie adaptation 20 years later in 2012, solidifying its status as a truly iconic tokusatsu masterpiece. Now, "Jutaro, ...
“Minecraft,” the block-building phenomenon, is celebrated for its boundless freedom and adaptable gameplay. Streamers and VTubers worldwide regularly dive into its pixelated worlds. While its iconic ...
After what feels like an eternity of development delays, LEVEL-5 has finally locked in a release date for Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, the latest installment in the fan-favorite soccer RPG series tha ...
Japanese bathhouse chain Gokurakuyu is no stranger to anime collaborations, having previously teamed up with popular franchises like Attack on Titan, Jujutsu Kaisen, and hololive, all to rave reviews. ...
Japan Post has a long history of collaborating with popular anime IPs, previously teaming up with hits like Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Neon Genesis Evangelion. Many of these collabo ...
Hey Doraemon fans heading to Hokkaido, Japan! You're probably familiar with the "Doraemon Wakuwaku Sky Park" (ドラえもん わくわくスカイパーク) at New Chitose Airport. It's been a go-to spot for merch, ...
