Village Vanguard is at it again, with more unique fashion items you never knew you needed!
We investigate the widespread rumor that Japan’s beloved sweet and savory soy bean powder kinako actually has the ability to restore hair.
Turns out cats aren’t always such perfect models of graceful poise.
Observations from two users on Twitter have sparked a discussion of Dragon Quest influences past and present.
Apparently Pikachus aren’t such great swimmers, but that’s not going to stop these two from having some seaside fun.
Love wins, one city office at a time.
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With no sign yet of the seven-year-old, new details have emerged about the chain of events that led to the ongoing crisis.
The hit manga-turned-anime is about to receive its first live-action adaptation for television.
An aversion to gluten doesn’t have to interfere with your gluttony for ramen at the collection of prestigious restaurants specializing in the delicious noodles.
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.
An adorable tweet and a playful reply from Amazon has the Japanese net talking about both the cat and Amazon’s customer service.
Our reporter P.K. Sanjun can drive them off in droves!

















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