We interview Japan’s least-popular form of currency and the only bill not to be getting a slick new face-lift in the near future.
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The director speaks to us about the film and how elements of Japanese culture have influenced him.
Hirotada Otatake was born with no arms or legs, but it didn’t keep him from trying to do good things in this world.
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.
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Mos Burger skips tsukimi burgers, crafts moon-viewing focaccia sausage sandwiches instead
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Anime and Hollywood movies cross over in new Universal Studios Japan merch collection
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