Japan's Yomiuriland theme park (located in Inagi City, Tokyo) already boasts the Pokémon-themed attraction, Pokémon WONDER, which offers a fantastical Pokémon adventure experience centered around n ...
Back in 1995, TAKARA TOMY launched the wildly popular B-Daman toy series, a spin-off from Bomberman. While the more recent Cap Revolution Bottleman toys have kept the spirit alive, the original series ...
The latest Gundam anime, "Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX," a joint production between two animation giants, Studio Khara (of "Neon Genesis Evangelion" fame) and Sunrise ("Mobile Suit Gundam"), kicked of ...
Becoming a streamer or YouTuber has become a dream for countless young people today. With dedication and effort, the barrier to entry is lower than ever, especially in this age of ubiquitous smartphon ...
The "2025 Osaka World Expo" officially kicked off last Sunday (April 13th), launching a six-month run that's already drawing massive crowds. With dedicated pavilions from countries worldwide, visitors ...
A Japanese junior high school music textbook is currently blowing up online after it was discovered to feature the acclaimed rock band Sakanaction's track "Aruku Around" as an example of J-Pop. The d ...
For many, McDonald's Happy Meal holds a special place in childhood memories. Beyond the food, those unique toys and giveaways were pure magic. Japan continues this tradition with regular updates, and ...
The 2025 Osaka World Expo officially kicked off last Sunday (April 13), launching its six-month run to massive crowds. And of course, the Expo's official mascot, Myaku-Myaku (ミャクミャク), has been s ...
A recent post on X (formerly Twitter) by Japanese user Yuuto Tobino (@yuutobino) about her second son's eye-opening experience at an agricultural high school has gone viral, resonating with countless ...
Kickstarting in April, 2025's hottest new Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX is a powerhouse collaboration between *Neon Genesis Evangelion*'s Studio Khara and *Mobile Suit Gundam* veterans SUNRISE. Fans ar ...
Japan's Gifu Prefecture recently hosted the "Nohime Audition," and it's absolutely blown up on social media! Why? Because its entry requirements are "open to all living beings," turning a traditional ...
Ever seen a swimsuit that gives off serious "duet" vibes? Recently, an artist on Japanese X (formerly Twitter) sparked a massive discussion, confessing their confusion over a particular two-piece swim ...
Cultural differences always bring unexpected surprises and amusement during international travels. Recently, a fascinating anecdote from France went viral on X (formerly Twitter), resonating with cou ...
A recent post on the Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra's official X (formerly Twitter) account featuring their principal violinist, Yasunao Ishida, cuddling a dog, has absolutely blown up on Japanese so ...
Chiikawa, the beloved creation of illustrator and manga artist Nagano, exploded onto the scene in 2020 and quickly swept across the globe. Its unique charm only grew with the release of its TV anime, ...
Kicking off April 8th, 2025, the highly anticipated new Gundam anime, Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, is a powerhouse collaboration between "Neon Genesis Evangelion" studio Khara and "Mobile Suit Gundam ...
In novel dialogue, the "!?" combo of exclamation and question marks pops up all the time. But have you ever noticed its lesser-seen cousin, "?!"? Japanese novelist Yusuke Miyauchi (@chocolatechnica) ...
The recent reveal of the Osaka Expo's main venue, the "Grand Roof Ring," has been causing a stir in Japan, but not for the reasons you'd think. Instead of architectural chatter, it sparked a massive w ...
"Pop-Up Pirate" (known in Japan as 黒ひげ危機一発) has been a staple in Japanese households since TAKARA TOMY first launched it in 1975. This classic party game is practically synonymous with fun for ...
The 2025 Osaka World Expo is gearing up for its grand opening this Sunday (April 13), kicking off a six-month run that's expected to draw massive crowds. And of course, the Expo's official mascot, Mya ...
