When someone truly masters a craft, they can apply it in the most incredible ways. We've seen this before from the talented wife of Japanese artist Ikushii (@samurai_iku), who once perfectly recreated ...
Miho Obana's shojo manga, "Kodocha" (こどものおもちゃ), is undoubtedly a childhood classic for many. The anime adaptation was incredibly popular, and while its style differed from the manga, both vers ...
Ongoing manga series often face hiatuses. Usually, it's for research trips, health concerns, or unspecified reasons. For fans following a series, it's pretty common knowledge, as serialization is no e ...
Last February, the anime film "Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle" didn't just smash box office records in Japan, raking in billions of yen; it also drew massive crowds in Taiwan. And the hype isn't stoppi ...
When you think of Coca-Cola's classic "Fanta School" ads, even if you missed them back in the day, you've probably seen the memes. The original campaign was a masterclass in quirky advertising, showca ...
For anime and gaming fans, making a pilgrimage to the real-life locations that inspired their favorite series is the ultimate tribute. It's a chance to connect with a story on a deeper level and see f ...
As the Nintendo Switch 2's reveal draws nearer, market analysts are buzzing with predictions about its price and sales potential. A recent Bloomberg report highlights that several industry experts bel ...
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is undeniably a global media magnet. With the new MLB season about to kick off, all eyes are on the Dodgers' opening series against the Chicago Cubs at the ...
Oishi Masayoshi, originally the vocalist for the band Sound Schedule, made his foray into anime and game music in 2014 under the name "Oishi Masayoshi" (オーイシマサヨシ). He quickly rose to fame in t ...
Almost 12 years strong, Square Enix's hit MMORPG, Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn, has come a long way since its initial rocky launch. While the original Final Fantasy XIV might have stumbled, A Rea ...
Expo 2025, set to kick off a six-month run in Osaka, Japan, this April, is being treated as a major international event by the Japanese government. However, with costs soaring higher than anticipated, ...
Japan's premier food information website, "Hot Pepper Gourmet," just dropped a brand-new ad campaign, hitting screens nationwide on March 17! This time, they're shaking things up with an innovative bl ...
It's been over a year since Taiwan's first Pokémon Center opened its doors in late 2022, drawing massive crowds eager to snag exclusive merch. And it's not just Taiwan – Pokémon Centers across Japa ...
In today's music landscape, digital downloads and streaming platforms reign supreme. Physical CDs are practically relics, with many homes not even owning a CD player anymore – some might even conside ...
The anime world is buzzing over the dream-team collaboration between *Evangelion*'s Studio Khara and *Gundam*'s Sunrise for the latest animated series, Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, set to premiere in ...
Ayano Takeda's novel series, illustrated by Nikki Asada, "Sound! Euphonium," has already spawned three anime seasons and several theatrical films. Kyoto Animation's stunning visuals and captivating st ...
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence" (イノセンス), a limited two-week 4K remastered theatrical run is hitting Japanese cinemas starting February 28, 2025. Director Ma ...
The original anime series Girls und Panzer, which boldly combines the seemingly mismatched elements of "high school girls" and "tanks," has been rolling for over a decade since its TV debut. Its theat ...
Hailing from the US, GREGORY is a pro-grade backpack brand with a rich history of innovative tech and design. After hitting Japan and blending with local designers' ingenuity, GREGORY has carved out a ...
For many of you fellow otaku, Japan's DLsite is probably a familiar name. It's a massive hub for doujin works, manga, and games, and lately, it's become a hotbed for creators selling ASMR audio. Voice ...
