We went to the Premier screening of Dragon Ball Super: Broly… and almost didn’t get to see the movie!
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Plus, can’t decide between Pikachu and Eevee? Adorable combo plate means you don’t have to.
Animator “Komata Shojiki” has his name in the credits, but that’s not actually a name.
A strange caper is afoot as Germany’s Detective Pikachu is heard sounding nothing like the Pokémon species is supposed to.
Just because they didn’t land the protagonist’s affections doesn’t mean they aren’t beloved by fans.
Over three dozen guests attend ceremony and reception where groom and Hatsune Miku drink wedding toast, cut cake, and exchange rings.
It’s hard to make Pikachu look anything less than adorable, but Mister Donut has found a way…several ways, in fact.
Taking control of your hair color is nothing for a magical girl to get embarrassed about, after all.
Japanese fans react to the voice of Ryan Reynolds and the decision to give Pikachu so much fur.
Critics are calling the modern anime aesthetics “inappropriate,” but publisher says they’re missing the point.
Linguistics professor explains the centuries-old background of the omnipresent anime and manga verbal tic.
After Sailor Neptune touched their hearts, these anime fans pooled their powers to give a touching present to the voice of the iconic character.
Once upon a time Eren and Levi were the same person, and the best defense against the Titans was…a bunch of trees?!?
Side characters Sailors Uranus and Neptune take center stage for new bra and pantie set designed with the wearer’s comfort in mind.
















Visiting Japan’s Gyarados Pokémon park in the city with a special connection to Magikarp【Photos】
Bear meat noodles?!? Tokyo restaurant adds a new kind of niku soba to its menu【Taste test】
Massive manga collaboration bringing 100 years of Shueisha manga to Uniqlo T-shirts【Photos】
Japan is opening a video gaming/e-sports high school, and the idea isn’t as crazy as it sounds
Which Japanese beef bowl chain’s near-identical demon grater onioroshi ponzu gyudon is the best?
Be the bear: We skin our eight-foot-tall teddy bear and climb inside【Pics & Video】
Japanese beauty trends of the 20th & 21st centuries, and predicting future fashions
Rakuten randomly offers 58 New Year’s osechi feasts in Japan, but did we get a star or a dud?
McDonald’s pink pie vs. KFC pink pie: Which one does it better?
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Totoro cream puffs and Catbus cookies are finally available in downtown Tokyo
Japan’s kid-friendly ski program is now selling Pikachu snowboards for a limited time only
Japanese women showing rebounding interest in giving Valentine’s Day chocolate【Survey】
McDonald’s Japan releases a Mushroom Mountain and Bamboo Shoot Village McFlurry
Ramen restaurant’s English menu prices are nearly double its Japanese ones, denies discriminating
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Starbucks Japan ready to get Year of the Horse started with adorable drinkware and plushies【Pics】
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
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
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Be the bear: We skin our eight-foot-tall teddy bear and climb inside【Pics & Video】
Japanese beauty trends of the 20th & 21st centuries, and predicting future fashions
Rakuten randomly offers 58 New Year’s osechi feasts in Japan, but did we get a star or a dud?
McDonald’s pink pie vs. KFC pink pie: Which one does it better?
Princesses, fruits, and blacksmiths: Study reveals the 30 most unusual family names in Japan
Tokyo’s new burger chain isn’t new, is disappointing, tasty, and hopeful all at once【Taste test】
Japanese commercial shows off blissful world where cats outnumber people at the office【Video】
WTF is a Fuckin’ Sale?
“Hey, Japanese taxi driver, take us to the best bubuzuke in Kyoto!”
We tried 12 different gummy candies from a Japanese supermarket and found the most delicious one
Studio Ghibli releases new anime calendars for 2026 with heartwarming fan service
Tokyo host club host headbutts woman after being told he “sucks” at karaoke
Japan’s foreign tourist numbers projected to fall for first time in years in 2026