The RPG classic, Dragon Quest, officially celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, remaining one of SQUARE ENIX's flagship franchises. Naturally, the year is packed with anniversary events and speci ...
Japan has been swept up in a "nui-katsu" (plushie activities) craze in recent years! It's all about integrating your beloved stuffed companions into daily life – think hanging them on your bag, takin ...
Kasumi Yasuda's manga Fool Night is officially getting an anime adaptation, and in one of the most exciting announcements of the year, it will be produced by legendary animation studios Sunrise (Banda ...
Germany's iconic, century-old teddy bear brand, Steiff, has been crafting cuddly companions since 1880. Instantly recognizable by the signature golden ear tag – each with its own unique serial number ...
WEGO, the popular affordable fashion brand hailing from Harajuku, Japan, is known for its street culture vibe, blending vintage styles, Y2K aesthetics, and anime-themed "ita-bags." This year, they eve ...
In an unprecedented move, Japanese idol group AKB48 announced on June 23 that it has officially terminated the exclusive contract of 21-year-old member Mei Hanada. This marks the first time in AKB48's ...
Sometimes, whether two people end up together isn't just about fate; a little luck plays a part too. A Japanese Twitter user, あいかわ (@aikawa041), recently shared a wild story from before she and he ...
TBS Television just dropped its "Professional Ranking" variety show on the 22nd, revealing the ultimate "Japan's Strongest Anime Songs BEST 100"—a list curated by music pros from across the globe. We ...
Since its launch, the mobile game "Pokémon Sleep" has charmed players with its adorable, sleep-themed gameplay, earning rave reviews. Many even use the game's sleep quality insights as a handy tool f ...
For Gunpla builders, the thrill isn't just in the assembly or painting—it's in the dynamic posing! Combining different scenes and mobile suits opens up a universe of creative possibilities. Recently, ...
Japan's entertainment giant Bandai Namco recently held its shareholder meeting, a formal event for shareholders to engage with company executives. But what unfolded was an unexpected moment that quick ...
Japanese fast-fashion giant UNIQLO continues its streak of highly popular UT collaborations across various industries this year. They've just announced a super cute collab with the beloved IP "Chiikaw ...
Harvest season often sees farmers proudly showing off their bounty on social media. But recently, a Japanese farmer’s melon harvest photo on X (formerly Twitter) accidentally kicked off an epic and a ...
From Japanese snack giant LOTTE comes a beloved treat for all ages: Lotte Koala's March, arguably the brand's most iconic product. Recently, LOTTE announced a brand-new flavor, "Fantasy Soda" (ファン ...
With the World Cup in full swing and dominating global conversations, a controversial scene from the very first chapter of the hit soccer manga BLUE LOCK has resurfaced on X in Japan, reigniting a fie ...
This year, the long-running Super Sentai tokusatsu franchise wrapped up with the finale of *Daiichi Sentai Go-Jusha*, making way for an all-new tokusatsu initiative: PROJECT R.E.D. The project kicked ...
Nagoshi Studio, founded by Toshihiro Nagoshi, creator of the "Like a Dragon" (Ryu Ga Gotoku) series, is once again facing significant personnel changes. According to investigations by overseas media, ...
Capcom's brand-new IP, "Pragmata," has been an absolute smash hit since its April 17, 2026 launch, selling over 2 million units in less than three weeks! With Father's Day just around the corner, the ...
Japanese creative brand COSPA (コスパ) is a household name for anime merch and apparel, consistently dropping fun and diverse products that fans absolutely adore. Seriously, if it's a popular series, ...
A "plucked chicken keychain" from the Japanese 100-yen store Seria has recently gone viral on X (formerly Twitter) in Japan. The reason? A user shared how, after attaching it to their bicycle and head ...
