August, 2025 (Page 6)
A way to show your love for the heroine of Satoshi Kon’s directorial debut without losing your sanity.
New take on a ’70s classic will have you questioning the line between plain bread and doughnut.
Manufacturer says it will “appropriately protect and utilize our trademark” of the iconic chocolate pretzel stick snack.
Cofounder Toshio Suzuki, animation director of The Boy and the Heron create cozy anime short for a company that’s all about making cozy textiles.
Legendary shojo manga/anime creators share their cast of characters with the Belgian chocolatier.
Who needs air-conditioning when a simple taxi ride is enough to leave you frozen in fear for the rest of the summer?
Intricate details and moveable jaws bring the beauty and ferocity of the anime film classic to your home.
Starbucks Japan’s second pink Frappuccino of the summer is a flavor that’s only available at a fraction of its branches.
The new Demon Slayer anime movie knocks the final Japanese live-action work out of the country’s top list.
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We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
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