The director speaks to us about the film and how elements of Japanese culture have influenced him.
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We send our best and brightest Disney otaku to interrogate the Disney producer on Japan’s new release, Ralph Breaks the Internet.
SolarFlare is among the list of manga titles flying off the printed page and into the Twitterverse.
The prolific voice actress dishes on her experiences dubbing the Japanese-language version of Venom and in the anime voice acting industry.
Having your phone ringing incessantly for six months will drive most people crazy, but not this woman.
And even if the owner won’t budge on the rent, you can still negotiate for some concessions that could save you a ton of cash.
Seiji’s fake interviews in order to audition his guitar playing are getting dangerously close to real interviews.
The Japanese media is under criticism for its lack of interest in the actual sport of tennis.
Our Japanese staff interviews the English actor who plays Benji Dunn in the blockbuster hit.
Famed director talks risk-taking and tells us one way Solo is superior to any previous entry in the Star Wars franchise.
The newest actor to play Spider-Man gives us insight into what it’s like to be a popular superhero.
Once again, our pseudo-interviewer Seiji harnesses the rising force of a guitar god to confront the premier party-rocker.
We talked with the motorsports models, one of whom says Japan’s situation is unique compared to the rest of the world.
In order to confront the intimidating and multi-talented Rena “Non” Nonen, our interviewer summons a god of rock.
Fan shows us a reason to hang onto your old VHS anime even after you’ve upgraded to newer media versions.
Feats of strength and porn-loving compatriots are all part of why it ain’t easy being Japanese Santa.
How does a Catholic believer feel about Japanese Christmas, and what’s it like for a non-believer to go to Christmas Mass?




















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Studio Ghibli director Hayao Miyazaki releases new artworks, still wants to make movies
Universal Studios’ Sailor Moon theme park attraction is finally coming to America
Japan’s budget chain restaurant Saizeriya might just be the perfect first date location
The town with Japan’s best castle also has one of Japan’s best breakfasts. Here’s where to eat it
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Peko-chan Milky Time Cafe opens in Chiba and we go to check out all of the pastries and merch
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Studio Ghibli adds new Mother’s Day gift sets to its anime collection in Japan
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku redesigned with look that adds new elements and brings back old ones
The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from Japan
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Starbucks Japan opens new cafe and art gallery in top Tokyo tourist neighbourhood
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The top 10 graduation songs in Japan as chosen by current Japanese high school students
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Naruto and Converse team up for new line of shinobi sneakers[Photos]
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever Hinamatsuri Girls’ Day Frappuccino
Japan’s cherry blossom season predicted to start earlier than we’d thought, especially in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino 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
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
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No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Universal Studios’ Sailor Moon theme park attraction is finally coming to America
Japan’s budget chain restaurant Saizeriya might just be the perfect first date location
The town with Japan’s best castle also has one of Japan’s best breakfasts. Here’s where to eat it
A look back on 40 years of Japanese schools banning stuff
Peko-chan Milky Time Cafe opens in Chiba and we go to check out all of the pastries and merch
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
Suspects arrested for 100-million yen Kyoto home invasion robbery after eight-year search
New sun protection mask becomes popular in Japan
Robot noodle chef starts working in Tokyo train station, serves up taste of the future【Video】
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The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from Japan
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