The DIY project, complete with an embedded graphics tablet, is inspiring digital illustrators everywhere.
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Cardigans may not match armor plating in protective capabilities, but they’re definitely the warmer, cuter option.
Low incomes possibly to blame for huge drop-off in number of working artists as they get older.
This is about as much love for the classic anime and manga as you’ll ever see stuffed into one piece of artwork.
If the early ‘90s anime and manga gets remade, Yu Watase thinks it should look like this.
They say variety is the spice of life, so this Japanese website is ready to add some piquancy to your Class 2 bathroom proceedings.
Artists from around the country took part in the project, which sees Pikachu saying thank you in forty different ways.
The transition from past to present in the world of Japanese animation is certainly an eye-opening experience.
“Matto,” as he’s called in Japan, seriously impresses with his delicately colored illustrations of Tokyo shops.
Quickly and easily add a bit of salacious animation to your 2-D crush using things you’ve got in your kitchen.
Ever wondered what Munch’s The Scream or Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring might look like if done in modern day Japan? If so, then this book is for you!
No hair? No problem! Especially for this gathering of super-powered follicly-challenged anime men.
It’s said that men and women see the world differently, so sometimes they draw it differently too.
Perhaps we’ve overestimated humanity’s naked anime enemies.
This Twitter user doesn’t need lights and cameras when he’s got good pencils and unbelievable talent.
After going head-over-heels for the illustrated Ellen-sensei, fans are startled to see her being portrayed by an actual human being.












Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japanese bento shop sells croquettes for 13 cents, but are they any good?
Japan has new rules for bicycle riders, and these 14 things could get you a fine or a court date
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Starbucks Japan releases FIVE new Frappuccinos in a day, and we try them all in 90 minutes
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
Craft your own edible Mt. Fuji with Yamanashi’s Blue Udon
Yoshinoya invites you to give the gift of beef bowls this Mother’s Day
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
Lawson convenience store at popular tourist site is one of the most unusual in Japan
Japanese trains in Sapporo might be better than those in Tokyo, thanks to one special feature
30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces
Man bites woman at cherry blossom park in Japan, dies shortly after
Howl’s Moving Castle’s scene-stealing dog is here to clean your home as a plushie mop
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
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】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
New Travelling Bento pouches turn your luggage into a Japanese lunch box
Craft your own edible Mt. Fuji with Yamanashi’s Blue Udon
Yoshinoya invites you to give the gift of beef bowls this Mother’s Day
McDonald’s Japan adds new Hello Kitty and Pompompurin drinks to the menu for a limited time
Studio Ghibli releases new anime tea and mugs in Japan
Drink vending machines disappearing in Japan as number drops to lowest in 30 years
Japan super budget dining – What’s the best way to spend 1,000 yen at Hama Sushi?
Our reporter tries nuikatsu for the first time, but is he too old for this otaku lifestyle hobby?
We visit the full-scale Evangelion statue in Kyoto and particularly delight in the food tie-ins
Stars of Japan’s longest-running anime get gorgeous modern makeover in new video【Video】
A Kyoto factory vending machine sells gourmet mystery meals at bargain prices
Real takoyaki is almost impossible to find in Tokyo, but this place has it, our hardliner says
Studio Ghibli tea blends contain ingredients inspired by My Neighbour Totoro