This isn’t a scene from the running of the bulls — it’s from the running of the otaku at KiraFes 2016!
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Japan’s favourite cat is bringing cute back to melons this year — but how much will they cost?
Getting the eyes right for an anime character might be hard, but this girl is absolutely nailing it.
“Matto,” as he’s called in Japan, seriously impresses with his delicately colored illustrations of Tokyo shops.
The news just keeps getting better and better for fans of manga creative team Clamp’s beloved magical girl.
Something to wear, something to eat, and something to wear that looks like something to eat, all for fans of anime’s most famous team of magical girls.
Apparently Pikachus aren’t such great swimmers, but that’s not going to stop these two from having some seaside fun.
The hit manga-turned-anime is about to receive its first live-action adaptation for television.
The stunning new plate series brings iconic imagery from the modern-day world of manga and anime to a revered traditional art.
Animators with ties to Studio Ghibli and Walt Disney Japan team up for mouth-watering anime ad.
Anime North cosplayers bring their “A” game proving you don’t have to be in Japan for your favorite characters to come to life!
Pikachu and Nintendo find themselves in the middle of a cultural controversy in Hong Kong.
With or without permission from her creators, someone is ready to provide in-bed companionship for everyone who’s hot for teacher, as long as that teacher is Ellen-sensei.
Quickly and easily add a bit of salacious animation to your 2-D crush using things you’ve got in your kitchen.
Sometimes, the line between hospitality and hostility is a blurry one.
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Massive manga collaboration bringing 100 years of Shueisha manga to Uniqlo T-shirts【Photos】
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Canned cuteness as Hello Kitty and friends kick off Can Chara capsule toy line【Photos】
This Nara workshop has been making deer crackers for more than 100 years and offers tours【Photos】
Mister Donut and Godiva continue their sweet sweets relationship with new treats on sale now in Japan
Draw like a Studio Ghibli anime artist with exclusive watercolour set approved by Hayao Miyazaki
Poké Ball cakes here for limited but long time to celebrate Pokémon franchise’s 30th anniversary
These are the 11 most crowded trains in Japan…and surprise! They’re all in the Tokyo area
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Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Giant hotel rooms in Osaka reflect the new non-niche face of travel in Japan.
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Princess Mononoke magnets return just in time to treat yourself to awesome anime decorations
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What’s inside Starbucks Japan’s fukubukuro lucky bag for 2026?
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Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】- Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
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Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
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- Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
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This Nara workshop has been making deer crackers for more than 100 years and offers tours【Photos】
Mister Donut and Godiva continue their sweet sweets relationship with new treats on sale now in Japan
Draw like a Studio Ghibli anime artist with exclusive watercolour set approved by Hayao Miyazaki
Poké Ball cakes here for limited but long time to celebrate Pokémon franchise’s 30th anniversary
These are the 11 most crowded trains in Japan…and surprise! They’re all in the Tokyo area
Sailor Uranus & Neptune make it to LogoTV’s character semi-finals
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
Eat Kuroge Wagyu beef at this Japanese restaurant in Ginza for less than 10 bucks!
Studio Ghibli releases new Totoro and Jiji blankets to keep you cosy this winter
7-Eleven Japan’s ramen-cooking robot whipped us up a bowl of noodles【Taste test】
Pokémon Lego kits are finally on their way!【Photos】
What’s the minimum amount of money Japanese women want their husbands to earn? Survey investigates
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