The Ace Attorney series, known in Japan as “Gyakuten Saiban” (turnabout trial) has established itself as a major player in the interactive visual novel market with five mainstream titles and a variety of cool side-stories and spin-offs like Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney.
The games, while undeniably Japanese in origin right down to the legal framework, have proved extremely popular in the west thanks to some inventive localisation work which has helped smooth down some of those cultural rough edges. Thus, instead of Ryuichi Naruhodo and Odoroki Hosuke, we’re more familiar with their westernised counterparts Phoenix Wright and Apollo Justice. And now the upcoming sixth instalment in the main franchise is set to feature both of these protagonists together in a dual lead role!
Osaka teen arrested for hacking into Internet cafe’s app to steal data, was helped by Chat-GPT
Dagashiya Ahiru Shop is a hidden gem for Japanese snacks lovers
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Japanese plastic food samples abound at this impressive exhibition in Tokyo
What’s at the top of this giant escalator in Japan?
Off-the-beaten-tourist-track observatory tower in Tokyo has great views of the city…for free!
Japan has seven lucky taxis in Tokyo, and we just boarded one of them
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
Seiko makes limited number of Godzilla watches for 65th anniversary
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
Japan considering raising international traveler departure tax even more than previously reported
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Shibuya’s Don Quijote?
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka’s Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods
Japan’s EF English Proficiency Index rank drops for 11th straight year, hits lowest ever
Chinese government’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning has heartwarming non-effect on Yokohama Chinatown
KFC Japan opens a Christmas restaurant in Tokyo…but why???
Studio Ghibli adds new Kiki’s Delivery Service music box to its anime merchandise shop in Japan
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
Brand-new Pokémon park opens in Japan with larger-than-life-size Lapras【Photos】
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
Starbucks Japan unveils the new Soupuccino
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
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
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Off-the-beaten-tourist-track observatory tower in Tokyo has great views of the city…for free!
Japan has seven lucky taxis in Tokyo, and we just boarded one of them
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
Seiko makes limited number of Godzilla watches for 65th anniversary
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
The 5 best Japanese bento to buy at Kyoto Station
Genuine Muramasa blade and Muromachi katana on display at Tokyo’s Touken Ranbu store【Photos】
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
You need this instant Japanese curry rice if you hate cooking but want to eat a balanced diet
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Kirby mochi arrives at Family Mart, but is it as sweet to eat as it is to look at?【Taste test】
We zapped up some tasty hot sandwiches in the microwave with 3COINS’ new gadget from Japan