One of Japan’s most famous children’s mascots has vanished from Twitter, and we only have his final words as a clue.
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When Mom is a professional-level illustrator, mother/daughter art projects can be truly incredible.
In the name of the moon, pledge your eternal love to someone special with Usagi’s very own engagement ring from Mamoru!
Real-life town where anime’s second arc takes place experiences hateful vandalism.
This week, fans in Japan can once again read the adventures of the famous anime/manga swordsman, but things are different across the Pacific.
Sure, that stuffed animal may look cute, but if you’ve seen anime Puella Magi Madoka Magica, you know this is the start of a dangerous relationship.
Just like when the anime heroine came back from the dead, Sailor Moon the Miracle 4-D isn’t going down so easily.
An iconic image from Hayao Miyazaki’s anime classic is ready to adorn the walls of superfans’ homes.
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Anime/manga legend Go Nagai’s ode to racy fun is immortalized in intimate apparel covering the span from cute to domineering.
The idol anime mega franchise has a new set of stylish bags to prove your devotion to Uranohoshi High, but they might be daunting to wear outside.
Hardcore fan spends nearly US$1,500 amassing stockpile of voice actress’ newest book, doesn’t know what to do with them all.
The 20th Anniversary of ‘Cowboy Bebop’ continues to pay dividends to its fans—this time with a phenomenal anime café.
The character merchandise was made into what looks like enormous samurai armor, but event officials weren’t impressed.
Japan’s most popular symbol of the beautiful game continues with his newfound love of gambling.
One anime legend looks back on 50 years of friendship with another in memorial service held at Studio Ghibli museum.
Compact car company Daihatsu joins forces with virtual singer Hatsune Miku to make a car design so cute it’ll stop traffic.
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Japanese man who didn’t know how banks work defrauded out of 21 million yen
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
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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】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
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Record number of foreign children in Japan need help understanding Japanese in school
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