From its origins as a virtual pet, the Digimon series has spawned numerous anime and games, remaining a beloved and nostalgic IP for fans for nearly 30 years. In the August 6th issue of Weekly Famitsu ...
Japan's top-selling manga magazine and home to countless popular series, Weekly Shonen Jump, has officially seen its average certified print circulation fall below the 1 million mark. According to fig ...
Ben Tsai, a 45-year-old former engineering manager at The Pokémon Company's Bellevue, Washington headquarters, has recently been named as a defendant in a class-action lawsuit. He is accused of secre ...
Osechi is a collection of traditional Japanese New Year's foods, specially prepared to be enjoyed during the holiday celebrations. Following the smash-hit success of last year's Haikyu!! Osechi 2026, ...
The Pokémon Company, operators of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, has already begun implementing "My Number Card" real-name verification for some lottery sales events held in August. This move aims t ...
Japanese company ENSKY, known for its wide range of anime and manga merchandise, just announced two new eraser sets inspired by the hit theatrical anime film, "Chiikawa: The Secret of Mermaid Island." ...
Animation powerhouse MAPPA is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, and they're throwing a massive party for fans with the "MAPPA EXPO 15th Anniversary" exhibition, a deep dive into the studio's ...
Tsunomaru's horse-racing manga Midori no Makibaō was a massive hit in the '90s during its run in Weekly Shonen Jump, later spawning an anime adaptation that remains a nostalgic favorite for many. In ...
Chiikawa's first theatrical anime, "Chiikawa: The Secret of Mermaid Island," hit the big screen on July 24, 2026, raking in impressive box office numbers and earning widespread critical acclaim. Now, ...
"Chiikawa: The Secret of Mermaid Island," the adorable franchise's first-ever theatrical anime, hit the big screen on July 24, 2026, and it's been an absolute smash! Box office numbers are soaring, an ...
Japanese affordable design apparel brand graniph, known for its popular collaborations with IPs like Ghost in the Shell and Detective Conan, is back with another exciting partnership. They've just ann ...
Universal Studios Japan (USJ), known for its annual collaborations, is back this year with a terrifying new experience for its "Halloween Horror Nights" event! They've teamed up with the latest game i ...
The terms hikikomori (social recluses) and NEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training) describe individuals who often withdraw from real-world social interaction, frequently filling their time w ...
For those unfamiliar, "Osechi" (おせち) refers to special dishes prepared in Japan for significant celebrations, especially during the New Year period, often called "Shogatsu Ryori" or "Osechi Ryori." ...
Maruyono Kamome's gluttonous manga, "I Love Eating So Much! Mochizuki-san," has been gobbling up attention with its "all-you-can-eat, push-it-to-the-limit" forbidden food style. On August 4, the offic ...
The Osaka-Kansai World Expo, held last year for six months, was widely praised and drew visitors from around the globe to experience its unique atmosphere. The Japan Association for the 2025 World Exp ...
The King of Monsters, Godzilla, remains eternally popular and is celebrating its 72nd anniversary this year. With the franchise continuing to thrive, fans are always looking for new ways to bring the ...
Popular shops often have insane waitlists, sometimes stretching for months between order and delivery. But hey, dedicated fans are always down for the wait. But what about a wait that clocks in at ove ...
From Kamen Rider Zero-One kicking off the Reiwa era to the currently airing Kamen Rider ZEZTZ, the Reiwa Kamen Rider series has been delivering non-stop action. This year, the torch will be passed to ...
Known for its exquisite Japanese craftsmanship, watch brand SONNE's mechanical line, S-MEISTER, is no stranger to killer anime collabs. After a popular release with *Ghost in the Shell* featuring Rade ...
