Creators of stop-motion Rilakkuma series turn their talents to traveling Pokémon in need of relaxation.
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Sumikkos’ trip to the Food Kingdom serves as inspiration for adorable food, drink, and merch.
Real-world Delicious in Dungeon manga/anime food waiting for those who brave Tokyo’s Shibuya dungeon
”The Saiyans are here” is just one theory from the otaku community for the mysterious object discovered in Hamamatsu.
Relaxed regulations will allow fans to cheer as live-action version of anime’s greatest pervert gets wild, tough, and hard.
Memorial offerings left at stations in Tokyo and Fukuoka near homes of Galaxy Express 999, Space Battleship Yamato creator.
Gundam Factory extends operations for all the fans who couldn’t make it to Yokohama during the pandemic.
Elementary school students’ Peace Education lessons have included excerpts from manga by atomic bombing survivor since 2013.
College campus turns into a space for cosplayers, anime enthusiasts, and Japanese food fans.
Just because you’re not a girl anymore doesn’t mean you have to leave the magical girl adventures behind.
Japan’s biggest carmaker is building a fleet of eco-friendly feline EVs to help fans navigate the sprawling anime-themed destination.
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Some of the best Japanese fried chicken in Japan comes from this shack in the middle of nowhere
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