Takahashi was awarded the 2019 Grand Prix at France’s Angoulême Festival, but fans in her native Japan were confused by how her work was framed.
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Some of the biggest names in shonen and shojo manga turn their pens to redesigning the king of American cartoons.
Tennis star makes first comment regarding Cup Noodle ad that’s drawn accusations of whitewashing.
Stop-motion masterpiece is a whole new kind of Gundam animation.
The latest film from the creator of Summer Wars and Wolf Children may or may not take home the gold statue, but it’s already done something incredible.
Half-Haitian, half-Japanese tennis star’s real-world complexion is far darker than how she appears as Prince of Tennis character.
The online identity of the ski slope sensation is revealed.
Wearing a suit to the office isn’t so bad when you’ve got Pikachu, Eevee, and your other Pokémon pals with you.
Now that we’re two decades on from the ’90s, what shows would you like to see receive a modern day make-over?
The clock, made by a Chinese TikTok user, lights up and contains intricate overlays of Luffy, his friends and the emblematic anime ship.
The wait is over, and the capsule toy feline fashions are now being modeled by Japan’s cats.
Relax your body and improve your Poké-knowledge at the same time.

















Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Japan has trams that say “sorry” while they ride around town…but why?
Legendary pie cafe Anna Miller’s finally returns to Tokyo after three-year absence
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s bathhouse-themed bar replaces hot water with unlimited alcohol
The other side of Shibuya Station has a great restaurant for trying tamagokakegohan
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Fives places around Japan to appreciate the plum blossoms this season
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Japan has canned fried chicken, and we taste-test two types of no-cook karaage
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
Take a trip to Japan’s Dododo Land, the most irritating place on Earth
Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens
Can you eat lunch in Tokyo for less than 500 yen?
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
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
The other side of Shibuya Station has a great restaurant for trying tamagokakegohan
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom season 2026
Fives places around Japan to appreciate the plum blossoms this season
Foreign tourists in Japan will get free Shinkansen tickets to promote regional tourism
Japan has canned fried chicken, and we taste-test two types of no-cook karaage
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Poop is in full bloom at the Unko Museums for cherry blossom season
Five things that keep Japanese people chained to their jobs
It’s illegal for yakuza to go to professional baseball games in Japan, Tokyo arrests remind us
Here comes Japan’s newest fruit dessert sandwich: 7-Eleven’s purple Blueberry Sandwich!
Cool cosplay ideals vs. funny cosplay reality-Part 2【Photos】
Bake and feast — We try the new bakeable Kit Kats!【Taste Test】
Super-expensive capsule toys – Trying out Japan’s Premium Gachapon machine【Photos】