Bears have been getting bad press for both their real-life and anime actions this month, which has some bristling at the idea of a Kuma Miko-themed promotion in Akita.
The Japanese government has passed a bill relaxing its decades old prohibition on dancing, but the new law may not be much better than the old one.
We’re guessing that this is the only place where you can find a yukata featuring a Loch Ness Monster design!
Our Japanese-language writer gets a visual kei makeover as part of her quest to join the all-female follow-up to X Japan.
Parents often worry that too many video games will rot their kids’ brains, but maybe they should be worrying about their children’s feet instead.
The digital image created captures kitty in a moment of quiet determination, with a face of uncertain triumph.
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Tokyo finally has an actual store filled with beauty and fashion goods aimed at anime-loving adults!
A new 63-page encyclopedic picture book provides a great reference to the whimsical rides of Studio Ghibli films.
For most women, when it comes to things to do in a one-piece mini-skirt, lying on the hood of a police car probably isn’t very high on their list…
A boat-inspired vehicle and a three-wheeler with built-in protection from the elements have been created in conjunction with a respected Japanese architect.
Just what is it about Japanese style umbrellas that captured Salvador Dali’s heart? HIYOSHIYA may give you a hint or two.
Our resident UFO catcher expert reveals six tips for when you’ve got your eyes on the prize in the glass case.
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Tokyo’s most famous Starbucks is closed
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