The RPG phenomenon "Dragon Quest" is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, maintaining sky-high popularity and cementing its status as one of SQUARE ENIX's flagship franchises. Now, "Dragon Ques ...
The crime suspense manga "Manchuria Opium Squad," written by Tsukasamonma and illustrated by Kano, gained a significant following for its unique setting in pre-WWII Manchukuo. Today (12/22), official ...
Illustrator NAGANO's hit series Chiikawa has taken the world by storm, captivating audiences with its unique charm since its anime debut. With merchandise dropping left and right, it's become a true i ...
We've previously covered news about Japan's "hometown tax" (furusato nozei) system, where local governments typically send thank-you gifts—usually local specialties or unique products—to donors. But ...
If you're clued into the world of Japanese voice acting, you know just how insane these pros can be. They can tackle any role imaginable—not just people, but animals, inanimate objects, and even ambi ...
Who doesn't love a good treasure hunt at a secondhand store? While you might not always find something brand new, the thrill of unearthing a rare gem is exactly what makes these shops so much fun. Jap ...
Sunrise's Code Geass series is gearing up for its 20th anniversary next year, and the official team held the "Code Geass Project “To 20th”" event today. In addition to announcing a new anime series, ...
Ever had a friend ask for manga recommendations? You usually consider their tastes and interests, or maybe you just push your personal faves on them. Recently, a Japanese X (formerly Twitter) user sha ...
Toei Animation's iconic magical girl anime series, "Pretty Cure," continues to be a massive hit, with its 22nd installment, "Idol Pretty Cure: You and Me," currently airing and proving just as popular ...
Following the appointment of Sanae Takaichi, Japan's 42-year-old Minister of State for Economic Security, Kimi Onoda, has also become a major topic of conversation—thanks to her past experience in th ...
Ever notice a typo in your favorite manga? Usually, it's a minor fix, a testament to the creators' dedication. But sometimes, a correction drops that makes everyone do a double-take. Recently, the off ...
For many fans, manga legend Masakazu Katsura needs no introduction. His iconic works like "Video Girl Ai," "I"s," and "SHADOW LADY" defined the 90s, and his first long-running series, "Wingman," even ...
In recent years, AI art generation has exploded, with countless platforms making it easy to create what used to be time-consuming artwork. This boom, however, has also sparked its fair share of contro ...
Manga artist Hiroshi Takahashi, creator of the classic delinquent manga "CROWS" and its sequel "WORST," announced today that a brand-new series is set to begin serialization in the January 13, 2026 is ...
Japanese manga publishers have been relentlessly combating pirate websites in recent years, consistently targeting these illegal resources that infringe on copyrights and artists' rights. This case, h ...
AI's recent leaps and bounds have captured global attention. From generating images and videos to powering smart conversations and streamlining document tasks, more and more people are experimenting w ...
Illustrator NAGANO's hit series Chiikawa has taken the world by storm, and its unique style has captivated audiences since the anime adaptation dropped. With an endless stream of merchandise, it's pra ...
A recent bombshell dropped on X (formerly Twitter) in Japan, as a manga editor revealed a wild, outdated rule from the industry's past, sparking a massive online debate. Manga editor Toru Ishii (@tony ...
Japanese publishing titan Kodansha announced today (Nov 4) the establishment of a brand-new production company, "Kodansha Studios," in Hollywood, Los Angeles. This marks Kodansha's first venture into ...
Voice actor Kenjiro Tsuda, known for countless roles like Seto Kaiba in "Yu-Gi-Oh!" and Kento Nanami in "Jujutsu Kaisen," might be a veteran at 54, but his immense popularity and dashing looks have al ...
