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Japanese Netizen Asks ChatGPT for a "Selfie of Its Inner Self" — Gets a Cute Girl and Sparks a Viral Trend!

2026-05-22 23:21:48

AI innovation is blowing up worldwide, with more and more people diving into everything from image and video generation to smart conversations and task automation. Take the ever-versatile "ChatGPT," f ...

"Hyakunen Umeshu Pekora Can" Teams Up with Hololive's Usada Pekora for Honey Ginger Plum Wine!

2026-05-22 19:57:46

Whether it's Japan, Taiwan, or countries across the globe, the Vtuber craze has truly taken over in recent years. Following their previous collaboration with Hololive's 5th generation talent Yukihana ...

Zara Drops Eye-Catching "PSP Crossbody Bag" — And It's a Perfect Fit for the Switch Lite! Fans Joke: "Sony's Pride Just Took a Hit!"

2026-05-22 19:12:01

When you talk about handheld gaming consoles, beyond Nintendo's early Game Boy, the "PlayStation Portable" (PSP) definitely stands out. It's been over 20 years since its debut, yet plenty of players a ...

STRICT-G JAPAN Unleashes Gundam SEED Shirakawa Daruma: Freedom & Justice Gundam Get a Lucky Makeover!

2026-05-22 18:45:48

Gundam's official fashion label, STRICT-G, has a sub-brand called STRICT-G JAPAN, known for blending traditional Japanese culture and art into its apparel, offering fans a fresh, stylish take on their ...

Capcom's Latest AI Strategy: Freeing Creators from Drudgery, Slashing Thousands of Hours of Testing to Just Three Days

2026-05-22 17:22:44

Generative AI has been a hot topic in the gaming industry lately, but gaming giant Capcom has been ahead of the curve. They partnered with Google Cloud last year, already leveraging generative AI for ...

Pokémon Center's New "Munch Time" Collection Is an Adorable Feast for the Eyes

2026-05-22 16:01:46

The official Pokémon Center stores are a massive hit with fans worldwide, and the flow of new merchandise never stops. Now, they're dropping a brand-new collection that's almost too cute to handle. G ...

Tsuburaya Productions Scores Full Victory in "1976 Contract" Lawsuit for Ultraman Series, Reclaiming Overseas Rights to Early Works

2026-05-22 15:03:38

Tsuburaya Productions, renowned for the "Ultraman" series, announced on May 21 via a press release on its official website that it has won a lawsuit concerning the overseas usage rights of early "Ultr ...

VICTORINOX x A.T.FIELD Drop Two Evangelion Swiss Army Knife Sets, Featuring Iconic Entry Plug Designs!

2026-05-22 14:24:12

"A.T.FIELD EVANGELION WORK," the official fashion industrial tools brand inspired by "Neon Genesis Evangelion," has won over countless fans with its impeccable branding and collaborative projects. The ...

"Bunny Garden 2" Producer Admits "Small-Chested Characters Risk Bans" — Japanese Netizens Ask: So Big Boobs Are the Safe Bet?

2026-05-22 02:35:52

The latest installment in the "Bunny Garden" series, Bunny Garden 2, developed by qureate and released in 2024, officially launched on Nintendo Switch and Steam on April 16th. It's been dropping a ste ...

Tendence x "Kamen Rider Kabuto" 20th Anniversary Watch: Perfectly Designed for Souji Tendou's Iconic Style!

2026-05-22 00:38:54

This year marks the 55th anniversary of "Kamen Rider," and to celebrate, the 20th anniversary of "Kamen Rider Kabuto" is getting a special treat: a new V-Cinema titled "Kamen Rider Kabuto: The Next Ge ...

"Delicious in Dungeon" Official Cookbook Drops in July – Even Creator Ryoko Kui Gives It Her Stamp of Approval!

2026-05-21 23:23:23

Manga artist Ryoko Kui's hit series, Delicious in Dungeon, has captivated fans with its unique blend of classic fantasy and quirky dungeon-crawling cuisine, especially after its anime adaptation hit s ...

Ball Chains Are Traitors! Japanese Fans Share Heartbreaking Tales of Lost Merch, Otaku Share Genius Anti-Loss Hacks

2026-05-21 20:17:30

A recent X (formerly Twitter) post in Japan about "ball chain charms" unexpectedly struck a massive nerve, sparking a flood of shared trauma. Anime fans, doll enthusiasts, and collectors alike poured ...

Shinjuku's ONE PIECE BASE SHOP Rolls Out Facial Recognition to Combat Scalpers and Unauthorized Entry

2026-05-21 18:30:03

"ONE PIECE BASE SHOP," the official new-concept flagship store that opened in Tokyo's Shinjuku late last year, has been a magnet for fans worldwide. Its exclusive merchandise and unique interior desig ...

Japan Post Drops "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind" Museum-Style Merch for a Killer Collection!

2026-05-21 17:47:08

Japan Post is no stranger to epic anime collaborations, having previously teamed up with giants like Attack on Titan, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Chiikawa. Their limited-edition drops often rival major brands in t ...

Pokémon Card Game Announces "My Number Card" ID Verification for Lotteries and Events

2026-05-21 14:59:54

The Pokémon Trading Card Game (PTCG) is absolutely blowing up, with players flocking to it across Japan, Europe, and the US. Whether it's new booster pack drops or major tournaments, the hype is real ...

My Hero Academia's Kurogiri VA Takahiro Fujiwara Passes Away at 43, Fans Mourn Early Loss

2026-05-21 14:08:51

Fans are heartbroken as voice actor Takahiro Fujiwara, renowned for his roles as Kurogiri in "My Hero Academia," King Baum in "ONE PIECE," and Kengyoku Oniiwa in "BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War," has ...

Never Mind x "Chainsaw Man" Collab Drops Embroidered Apparel Featuring Denji & Power!

2026-05-21 01:34:01

The first theatrical anime for "Chainsaw Man," "Chainsaw Man the Movie: Reze Arc," has been a massive hit, raking in over 10 billion yen at the Japanese box office. Plus, late last year saw the announ ...

"Fist of the North Star" Creator Tetsuo Hara Meets Thundercat in Tokyo, Gifts Hand-Drawn Shikishi; Fans Joke: "He's on a Fan Pilgrimage, Touring is Just a Bonus!"

2026-05-21 00:27:25

"Fist of the North Star," the iconic Japanese manga penned by Buronson and illustrated by Tetsuo Hara, has been kicking ass for over 40 years! And guess what? A brand-new anime, "Fist of the North Sta ...

US Man Sues Nintendo After Being Denied "Pokémon Professor" Certification, Alleges Background Check Justification Changed and Impacts Official Event Competition

2026-05-20 23:34:55

An Iowa man is suing Nintendo of America and The Pokémon Company International for $341,000 after his application for "Pokémon Professor" certification was rejected. He is also seeking a court order ...

Evangelion x ZIPPO Drops "Tree of Life" Engraved Lighter, Laser-Etched to Perfection!

2026-05-20 18:54:12

The official "EVANGELION STORE" is always dropping cool and practical merch that fans can't resist. They've teamed up with American metal lighter brand ZIPPO before, bringing us the "Long-Haired Rei A ...