Makoto Shinkai’s anime is unabashedly emotional, but the director sounds like a detached dad when discussing his mega-hit baby’s next step.
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Everyone feared there’d be a gaffe during the presidential visit, but this wasn’t what anyone was expecting.
Japanese make-up cosmetic line Shu Uemura is introducing a holiday collection to look your Princess Peach best.
Changeover takes less time than the anime heroine’s transformation sequence.
Creators of the Nicolastick apologize for harming the “image and reputation” of the Hollywood actor.
Paramount Pictures thinks “blue mammal with one giant eyeball who runs really fast” is a fine foundation for a live-action movie.
Travel back in time to feudal Japan with an epic new clip featuring music by the Yoshida Brothers.
Anime icon Shinicihro Watanabe calls Blade Runner the film that’s had the greatest influence on him.
This fall, the Justice League will team up with the most unlikely of allies: a team of Japanese villains known as Eagle Talon.
After years of anticipation, this American adaptation of the hit manga thriller is available on Netflix! Jacob Chapman breaks down whether this movie is noteworthy or should just be erased.
Lawsuit claims Tepco misled scale of 2011 Fukushima disaster, causing relief workers to be exposed to radiation.
As the robot duel grows closer, Megabots Inc has been giving fans video updates on their progress upgrading their robot.

















Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Foreigners accounting for over 80 percent of off-course skiers needing rescue in Japan’s Hokkaido
Asakusa’s Yoi no Yoi bar crawl is one of Tokyo’s best local nights out
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
One Piece Day to be held outside Japan for the first time this March, admission is FREE!
Studio Ghibli hair accessories keep your style tidy with help from Kiki, Moro, Calcifer, and more
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Man in Japan takes four parakeets hostage in attempt to force woman to meet with him
Satisfy your sweet tooth with cheesecake and more all-you-can-eat sweets at Cheese Garden
Sanrio changes Hello Kitty lead designer for first time in 46 years
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
New Family Mart cinema opens inside Japanese airport
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Man arrested in Japan after leaving car in coin parking lot for six years, racking up three-million-yen bill
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Japan’s Naruto theme park now offering real-world version of Minato’s kunai ninja weapon
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
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
Studio Ghibli hair accessories keep your style tidy with help from Kiki, Moro, Calcifer, and more
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Man in Japan takes four parakeets hostage in attempt to force woman to meet with him
Satisfy your sweet tooth with cheesecake and more all-you-can-eat sweets at Cheese Garden
Sanrio changes Hello Kitty lead designer for first time in 46 years
And now, we eat a bear paw we bought in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture【Taste test】
Testing Japan’s fluffy mayonnaise pancake cooking hack【SoraKitchen】
Criminals of Japan’s Edo Period Were Often Punished by Getting Face Tattoos
Eating every kind of cold noodle dish from Family Mart to stave off the summer heat【Taste test】
Japan has abolished advance deportation notifications to foreigners’ lawyers
Japan law lets you claim reward for finding lost property, man may have scammed it over 60 times
SoraNews24’s totally uncensored sexy men’s calendar is on its way, featuring loincloth Mr. Sato!
Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism
We ate sushi made from Japan’s most expensive tuna ever【Taste test】