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The remastered and re-released theatrical feature is back in Japanese theaters for a limited time to celebrate its 40th anniversary.
Twitter user’s search for the mystery person behind the gift leads them to the original background artist 20 years later.
One of Japan’s leading art directors leads the way in raising funds for an issue that’s close to his heart.
Japanese animation studio is searching for a hard-to-find product used by the director to create anime for many years.
Rilakkuma’s Theme Park Adventure will feature everyone’s favorite relaxed bear character indulging in some amusement park fun.
Come for the Japanese anime references, stay for the plot-changing twist that’s blown viewers’ minds.
Lovers of this tale as old as time can now experience enchantment in the form of dishes, drinks, and goods inspired by the Disney classic.
Animation is the art of tricking the eye, but this is one trick we never would have noticed.
Academy award winning animator and a Ghibli artist who works at Lawson part-time join forces to pay homage to the konbini.
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Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
In Japan, you can buy bloom-at-home cherry blossom bouquets for super-easy hanami【Photos】
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Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
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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
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We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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
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Mickey Mouse in now a transforming robot created by the designer of Gundam【Photos】
Get a Complete Psych Profile in a Few Minutes Using Only a Pen and Paper
Documentary about man with no limbs discusses what it’s like to be disabled in Japan
Abysmal viewer ratings for Pokémon anime series does not worry its broadcaster the slightest bit
Soaking in glimmering water and the essence of prehistoric plants at a Hokkaido hot spring
Starbucks Japan releases special sakura gift packs for cherry blossom season 2020
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