Chart breaks down how often consent is given in manga from different publishers.
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Hyper-energetic superfan leaps into dance troupe’s recreation of one of anime’s most popular opening themes.
Do you miss the amazing box art of anime VHS tapes, laser discs, and DVDs? Here’s a way to get it back while expanding your wardrobe.
JoJo character designer warns overseas fans about the hardships of working in Japanese animation.
We catch up with No Face, Mari Natsuki, who voiced the character of Yubaba, and legendary producer Toshio Suzuki at the limited-time exhibition.
Earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and hairpins will have you looking great and leave your bank account sitting pretty too.
The first-ever live-action Pokémon movie is getting a special salute from Tokyo’s permanent Poké-eatery.
Unabashed lifelong otaku’s final online words express admiration for another recently departed anime/manga legend.
This schoolgirl doesn’t meet the boy you’d think she would, and she’s not who you expect either.
The passing of Monkey Punch inspires the Kano Sisters to share their Lupin III cosplay photos.
The legendary manga artist looks to be going back to fantasy adventure in her new serial with a mysterious name.
The legend of animation needs as much help as he can get, and it could very well come from you!
Transforming robot series has plenty of action and excitement, but lack of toilet content is making mom’s life hard these days.
You might have thought no one cares about the series that he got caught for, but they do, and his total damages are estimated at 1.8 billion yen.
Even if the suggestion was coming from one of the greatest Japanese filmmakers of all time, the Studio Ghibli anime director thought it was rude.
The rain falls up as the director of Your Name and J-rock band Radwimps are back with a gorgeous look at Tokyo in both a storm and magical sunlight.
















Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
Komachi Shokudo: Japanese mum’s-style cooking for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Häagen-Dazs Japan releases new ASMR ice cream called “Rocky Crunchy!”
The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
Is Daiso’s microwave Japanese rolled omelet maker worth your time and money? [Taste test]
Can five middle-aged guys who graduated high school years ago still sing their school songs?
Do ANA international inflight meals taste better on the ground than they do in the air?
Spirited Away adds a dash of Ghibli beauty to hanafuda flower cards【Photos】
American otaku attends college graduation accompanied by his anime girl huggy pillow【Video】
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Silicone testicle covers banned from Japanese sauna following cups being left behind and on shelves
Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
Japanese government planning higher ticket prices for foreign tourists at Tokyo National Museum
Is Japan’s Crab-shaped Cup Ramen Timer worth the hype?
Studio Ghibli now sells Ursula’s backpack from Kiki’s Delivery Service at its anime shop in Japan
Pizza Hut Japan teams up with creator of one of the country’s best kinds of ramen for ramen pizza
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Super-salty pizza sends six kids to the hospital in Japan, linguistics blamed
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
The 10 most annoying things foreign tourists do on Japanese trains, according to locals
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
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
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
Is Daiso’s microwave Japanese rolled omelet maker worth your time and money? [Taste test]
Can five middle-aged guys who graduated high school years ago still sing their school songs?
Do ANA international inflight meals taste better on the ground than they do in the air?
Spirited Away adds a dash of Ghibli beauty to hanafuda flower cards【Photos】
American otaku attends college graduation accompanied by his anime girl huggy pillow【Video】
Chance to play Tetris on a massive staircase in Kyoto Station coming in March
Four things to hate about looking for an apartment in Japan as a foreigner
Number of foreigners living in Japan has grown 50 percent in four years, hits historic high
Japan asked to vote on what to officially call insanely hot days
【TBT】Tokyo’s Pico Pico Cafe: Where video games meet coffee
Eevee returns to Japan’s famous Tokyo Banana, bundled with a cute tote bag
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026