Kicking off the year in January, the "PG UNLEASHED 1/60 ν Gundam" dropped like a bomb, instantly becoming the talk of the Gunpla world. As a 45th-anniversary magnum opus, this ultimate kit, packed wi ...
A recent post by a Korean netizen has set X (formerly Twitter) ablaze in both South Korea and Japan, with the bold claim that "Japan's KFC is the worst in the world!" The main beef? A distinct lack of ...
A new management book, "Bright Noa's Turnaround Management," based on the iconic Mobile Suit Gundam character Bright Noa, is set to hit shelves on May 20th. The book promises to dissect how Bright Noa ...
When companies hike starting salaries to reel in fresh talent but don't bother adjusting pay for their existing crew, you're basically asking for a full-blown salary inversion meltdown and a fierce de ...
The third season of the "Culling Game Arc" of the Jujutsu Kaisen anime premiered this January, and thanks to MAPPA's stellar production, it's still generating massive buzz even though the manga has al ...
For readers who live for ongoing series, getting spoiled is the ultimate nightmare. But if your best friend happens to be a manga artist, that pain hits a whole new level. You're the only one in the w ...
Some talents shine bright even before they hit the big time! A recent viral sensation on Japanese X (formerly Twitter) has fans buzzing: it turns out Nagano, the wildly popular illustrator behind the ...
Many of us grew up with Nintendo's "FC Game Machine," affectionately known as the Famicom (or NES in the West). Even today, retro Famicom consoles are still released, and its classic games are a major ...
Some restaurants use decorative items to add flair to their plating, but whether these little trinkets are fair game for customers to take home is a whole different story. Recently, a burger joint in ...
A recent cooking video, touted as a "simple Japanese recipe," has gone absolutely viral online. But instead of inspiring home cooks, its bizarre methods have left viewers scratching their heads, with ...
The ongoing Middle East crisis is sending shockwaves across global supply chains, and Japan is feeling the crunch. According to a Nikkei report, a recent survey reveals that over 40% of Japanese food ...
Gacha, blind boxes, and Ichiban Kuji lotteries are all the rage right now. While you might not always snag that one item you're after, the thrill of trying your luck and hoping to be the lucky winner ...
Beyond the global giants like "Yu-Gi-Oh!" and "Pokémon," a slew of IPs have been diving into the trading card game (TCG) scene lately. We're talking "Godzilla," "Ultraman," and even Hololive, all dro ...
Ever had your favorite spot unexpectedly close its doors? Usually, it's for renovations, staff trips, or some other mundane reason. But one clinic in Shinjuku just dropped the most epic closure notice ...
Crowdfunding is often a crucial lifeline for creators looking to bring their projects to life, but a recent scandal involving the Japanese bishojo game "PURGATORY: BLUE" has thrown a wrench into that ...
MLB recently asked several of its biggest stars to spill the beans on their favorite Pokémon, and naturally, all eyes were on Los Angeles Dodgers' two-way phenom Shohei Ohtani. His pick? It immediate ...
If you're into Gunpla, you've probably dabbled in all sorts of customization techniques—painting, cutting, weathering, you name it. There's a whole world of possibilities to explore! Today, we're shi ...
When you think of college life, the affordable restaurants around campus often hold a special place in many students' memories. And if a restaurant offers "free rice refills," it's usually seen as inc ...
A timeline website called "Character Chronicle" has been blowing up on X (formerly Twitter) in Japan. It lets you check out "fictional character birthdays" alongside "real historical events" at the sa ...
Convenience store culture is blowing up worldwide, and triangular onigiri has become a go-to symbol of Japan's easy eats for many international fans. While the packaging looks super convenient and int ...
