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Why Is Official Anime Merch So... Safe? An Industry Insider Explains the Fear of Fan Art Clashes

2026-09-06 04:06:21

Ever wonder why the apparel and other merchandise released for your favorite anime and games often stick to conservative designs, like official character profile art? Why don't they feature more newly ...

Japanese Professor Urges Students to Watch "Meitantei Pretty Cure!" Ep. 31, Says "It'll Be on Life's Final Exam"

2026-09-06 03:18:06

Star Detective Pretty Cure! has been making waves since its debut, and the August 30th broadcast of episode 31 sent shockwaves through the fan community. In the episode, Luluka Moria, a member of the ...

‘Mayday’ Review: A Rare Standout for Ryan Reynolds and a New Benchmark for Hollywood’s Buddy Action-Comedy

2026-09-05 23:53:40

(Image: Apple) I’m almost certain this film will fly completely under the radar, and for a multitude of reasons. First, it’s an Apple TV+ movie—and a streaming-only one at that, which nobody seems ...

Kura Sushi Japan Suspends All "Chiikawa" Collaboration Activities After Confirming Employee Misconduct

2026-09-05 18:27:57

Japanese conveyor belt sushi chain Kura Sushi is currently running a collaboration event with "Chiikawa," but consumers have been complaining about the "Bikkura Pon!" prize game, stating that despite ...

EVIL DEAD ICON BRUCE CAMPBELL REVEALS CANCER DIAGNOSIS: 'DOCTORS GAVE ME FIVE YEARS'

2026-09-05 12:42:46

(Image source: Ghost House Pictures) Veteran actor Bruce Campbell, 68, stands as an undeniable icon within Hollywood's horror genre. He first shot to fame early in his career starring in the "Evil De ...

“Resident Evil” Director Zach Cregger Open to Sequels, But Vows No More IP Adaptations: “I’m Not Interested in Formulaic Plots”

2026-09-05 10:40:15

(Image credit: Sony Pictures) Zach Cregger (pictured right, below), hailed by Hollywood as a new generation horror maestro for his critically acclaimed and commercially successful horror films "Barba ...

Practical Magic 2 First Reactions Skew Mixed to Negative: Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock Still Spark, but Critics Call It Overlong and Messy

2026-09-05 08:49:03

(Image Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures) Oscar winners Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock reunite 28 years after the original Practical Magic in Practical Magic 2, which opens in North American theaters on ...

Nicolas Cage's "Spider-Noir" Canceled After One Season Despite 11 Emmy Nominations and Critical Acclaim

2026-09-05 06:30:44

(Image: Amazon) Oscar-winning actor Nicolas Cage, who previously voiced the character of Spider-Man Noir in the "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" franchise, returned to the role in live-action this ...

New Kochikame Anime Set for 2027 Broadcast, All-New Voice Cast Unveiled for 50th Anniversary!

2026-09-05 06:26:37

Fans of Osamu Akimoto's classic manga, "Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Kōen-mae Hashutsujo" (often shortened to "Kochikame"), got a huge surprise this year with the announcement of a brand-new anime p ...

Gowell x Pokémon Collaboration: Ditto Transforms into a Neck Pillow and More Travel Gear!

2026-09-05 05:46:18

Japanese travel goods brand gowell, from Trade Works Inc., boasts 40 years of history, specializing in designing and producing practical items perfect for travel and business trips. They've recently a ...

Six Months, 1400 Hours: This Insane Shibuya Diorama with Working Trains and Tiny People Will Blow Your Mind

2026-09-05 05:17:21

Japanese YouTube creator Cityscape Studio (シティスケープスタジオ) recently dropped a video showcasing their latest masterpiece: a super-sized Shibuya diorama that took a whopping six months and over ...

Japanese YouTuber's Epic "Kamen Rider 555" Faiz Cosplay at Brother's Wedding Goes Viral: "He Totally Stole the Spotlight"

2026-09-05 04:45:57

A wedding is one of the biggest moments in a person's life, and creating an unforgettable day is every couple's dream. But recently, Yota Ito from the Japanese YouTube channel "IYCH" shared how he gav ...

ONKYO x "After War Gundam X" 30th Anniversary Wireless Earbuds Feature Brand New Garrod & Tiffa Voice Lines!

2026-09-05 02:33:30

The Japanese audio brand ONKYO, known for its frequent collaborations with various anime IPs, has previously teamed up with titles like "Cosmic Princess Kaguya!" and "Mobile Suit Gundam," both to grea ...

HBO's 'Harry Potter' Series: Season 2 Casts New Ginny, Young Voldemort, and Dobby!

2026-09-04 23:28:38

(Image Source: Pinterest, Warner Bros. Pictures) As HBO's "Harry Potter" series prepares for its Season 1 premiere this Christmas, production for Season 2 is already well underway, with casting annou ...

Meryl Streep & Tom Hanks Reunite for "Lincoln in the Bardo"—Streep to Play Four Roles Including an Angel and a Demon

2026-09-04 22:34:23

(Image: Universal Pictures) The cast for the film adaptation of the fantasy novel "Lincoln in the Bardo," starring Tom Hanks, has expanded with a new slate of A-list talent: Meryl Streep, Colman Domin ...

Rebecca Ferguson and Greta Lee Spark a Steamy Romance in Honeymoon / Funeral From Fresh Off the Boat Creator

2026-09-04 21:24:12

(Image Source: Pinterest) Rebecca Ferguson and Greta Lee, who recently appeared in Season 3 of Silo and the Netflix film The Last House, respectively, have repeatedly been photographed filming a new m ...

Japan Olympic Museum to Host "Pokémon and Athletes' Moves Exhibition" This September – Feel the Thrill of Sports Through Pokémon!

2026-09-04 20:07:40

The Japan Olympic Museum in Tokyo has announced an exciting collaboration with Pokémon for a new event: the "Pokémon and Athletes' Moves Exhibition." This exhibition aims to get kids closer to sport ...

"Weekly Shonen Magazine" Features High Schooler's Manga, 17-Year-Old Sets Record for Youngest "Newcomer Manga Award" Winner

2026-09-04 18:28:02

Kodansha's Weekly Shonen Magazine has crowned a new prodigy! High school senior "Dokoka no Dareka" (meaning "Someone Somewhere") has made history at just 17 years old, becoming the youngest-ever winne ...

The Socially Awkward Widowed Snow Woman and the Cursed Ring TV Anime Drops Trailer, Confirms Uncensored Version!

2026-09-04 18:09:02

Get ready, folks! The adult doujinshi manga, The Socially Awkward Widowed Snow Woman and the Cursed Ring (人付き合いが苦手な未亡人の雪女さんと呪いの指輪), penned by Puzaki Puna, was announced back in ...

Pokémon Center Conjures Up "Magic Hour Illusion!" Halloween Merch Line Led by Zoroark

2026-09-04 16:39:25

The official Pokémon merchandise hub, the Pokémon Center, is a massive hit with fans worldwide, and its stores in Japan are constantly buzzing with crowds. Now, it's announced a brand-new Halloween- ...