The legend of tragically named pseudo-animator Shojiki Komata returns!
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Obvious homage lets your pet dress up like a members of the anime’s cast other than its mentor cats.
This toy makes us wonder if Pikachu missed a lucrative career as either a breakdancer or a strobe light by sticking around with Ash too long.
A gorgeous take on the character that’s worlds apart from the Disney version, and can be read in English or Japanese.
Manga artist Hajime Isayama shows that the last thing we’ll ever see in his manga stays true to a theme it’s had since the very start.
Couple uses NOSTALGIA ATTACK! And with personalised features and 8-bit graphics, it’s a CRITICAL HIT!!
We went to the Premier screening of Dragon Ball Super: Broly… and almost didn’t get to see the movie!
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.
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