If you've ever visited Japan, you've undoubtedly seen the iconic "Torii gates" at shrines – they're a quintessential symbol of Japanese culture and a must-see for countless tourists. Recently, a disc ...
Released in 2024, qureate's "Bunny Garden" quickly became a viral hit, with streamers and VTubers alike jumping on the bandwagon to broadcast this "gentlemanly" title. Its hostess club-themed, suggest ...
Japanese earbud brand AVIOT, known for its numerous anime IP collaborations, has just unveiled a new line of true wireless earbuds featuring beloved Sanrio characters: Cinnamoroll and Kuromi! These ad ...
A recent tweet from overseas user Devon Eriksen (@Devon_Eriksen_) on X (formerly Twitter) declared: "I accidentally learned something from Japanese Twitter: you can tell if a cat is Japanese just by l ...
In Osaka, it's practically a sacred tradition for aunties to hand out candy to strangers – a heartwarming, deeply ingrained part of the local social fabric. But when this sweet gesture collided with ...
Forget your typical German Shepherds and Labradors – Japan's police force just welcomed a new recruit whose "combat power" (aka cuteness) is off the charts!This fluffy white marshmallow isn't just fo ...
If you're into Gunpla, chances are you've dabbled in all sorts of customization techniques – from painting and cutting to weathering and beyond. We've previously featured the master builder Nicovol ( ...
Meiji's iconic chocolate snacks, Kinoko no Yama (Mushroom Mountain) and Takenoko no Sato (Bamboo Shoot Village), have been winning hearts since their respective launches in the 1970s. But beyond their ...
Ever wonder if all those hours spent catching 'em all actually did something to your brain? A new study from Stanford University suggests that extensive exposure to "Pokémon" during childhood might a ...
A new "Cosplayer vs Cosplay" trend has been sweeping across X (formerly Twitter) in the West, with countless cosplayers proudly showcasing their incredible transformations alongside their everyday loo ...
Last year, the Japanese Pokémon Center launched its "PSYCHO CYBER" merchandise series, themed around Psychic-type Pokémon. The absolute standout was the "Life-Sized Gardevoir Hugging Plushie," which ...
Ultraman is a legendary Japanese tokusatsu hero, and its numerous series still boast immense popularity. New installments keep coming, and this year marks the franchise's 60th anniversary, with a stea ...
Since "Pokémon Champions" officially landed on Nintendo Switch on April 8, 2026, a common question from players eyeing the game has been: "If I don't have well-trained Pokémon, can I even compete? ...
The annual cinematic event, the "Detective Conan" movie series, is back! The 29th installment, "Detective Conan: The Fallen Angel of the Highway," hit Japanese theaters on April 10th, with its Taiwan ...
The latest Pokémon battle game, "Pokémon Champions," has officially launched, drawing in tons of players. While reviews are a bit mixed right now, it's definitely one of the hottest topics in gaming ...
AMNIBUS, the specialty store known for its exquisite and fun anime collaboration merchandise, has consistently delighted anime fans with its unique offerings. They've just announced a fresh collaborat ...
This year's 23rd installment in the Pretty Cure series, "Detective Pretty Cure!", has been making waves since its debut. Its unique blend of time-travel to 1999, detective elements, and stellar charac ...
The legendary Japanese manga "Fist of the North Star" (also known as Hokuto no Ken), originally written by Buronson and illustrated by Tetsuo Hara, has been kicking ass for over 40 years. Now, a brand ...
Masamune Shirow's manga "Ghost in the Shell" exploded onto the international scene with Mamoru Oshii's 1995 animated film of the same name, quickly cementing its status as a sci-fi classic. This July, ...
The new season of "Ascendance of a Bookworm" (Honzuki no Gekokujō: Shisho ni Naru Tame ni wa Shudan o Erandeiraremasen), based on Miya Kazuki's light novel, just dropped its first episode – and imme ...
