Ice cream chain famous for its 31 flavors celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon franchise with temptingly tactile treats and a salute to every starter Pokémon.
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Meanwhile, Totoro is as adorable as ever, thanks to being Totoro, in his own magnetic figure form.
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Snorlax, Professor Tangrowth, and other characters from the Pokémon city builder given sweet salutes by Cozy Corner.
Test your Ghibli fan level with your knowledge of this character and his unusual restaurant policy.
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Trading cards have become so popular in Japan that the government is now getting involved, but what does this mean for fans?
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Studio Ghibli releases anime T-shirts that pay homage to one of Hayao Miyazaki’s most personal films
Iconic quotes, air pirates and a very subtle Gina reference make this collection a must-have for fans of this Ghibli classic.
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The styles of six virtual idols, one modern-day illustrator, and one legend of Japanese art history come together in beautiful ways.
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From Nausicaä to Earwig and the Witch, this collection celebrates all but one of Ghibli’s major feature films.
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