A lot of people died in Takao Saito’s assassin-for-hire series, but the author himself made preparations for after his passing.
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Fans lined up for hours for this anime character, and a lot of them had to return home empty-handed.
Tokyo Revengers become the Nippon Revengers with special salutes to all the prefectures of Japan.
First new Live Spectacle Naruto production in four years adapts Pain’s Invasion, Five Kage arcs.
You can collect a total of 44 unique designs featuring fan-favorite characters from the best-selling manga series in Japanese history.
I Was Called to a Delicious Alternate World by the Too-Cute Devil Lord isn’t an actual light novel title yet, but it’s only a matter of time, data analysis shows.
Creator of Inyasha, Ranma 1/2, and other hits shows where she draws, her amazing home library, and incredibly merch collection.
The slide seen ‘round the world looks awesome in a whole new way with some clever practical effects.
Extreme poverty caused our in-house otaku to miss more than 30 volumes, so is it too late for him to get into One Piece again?
English-subtitled We Are One short drama about One Piece fans gets theme song from band famous for Your Name hit in celebration of manga volume 100, TV episode 1,000.
Chaotic cursed cast of classic anime/manga are here to help keep your belongings in order.
Enako finds a new way to surprise us with how much money she’s making.



















Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
Japanese sweets brand creates new drinkable Cigare and we’re totally here for it
Hatsune Miku successfully wraps Miku Expo 2026 North America tour with 100,000 attendees
“Alcohol is the best medicine” removed from Japanese government website
Dragon Quest’s next quest is a journey to Yoshinoya for awesome Slime toy meals[Photos]
Private Shinkansen Supreme Class Cabin pricing, start date, and details announced by Japan Railways
7-Eleven Japan’s new sweets burger is a mouthwatering philosophical debate
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
7-Eleven Japan to start selling Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches this summer
Forget Tokyo go-karts – there’s a new way to sightsee on four wheels in Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino, tea and soda drinks for summer
“Phantom Egg Shop” opens in Japan, with a dozen rare Japanese varieties
New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
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
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Hatsune Miku successfully wraps Miku Expo 2026 North America tour with 100,000 attendees
“Alcohol is the best medicine” removed from Japanese government website
Dragon Quest’s next quest is a journey to Yoshinoya for awesome Slime toy meals[Photos]
Private Shinkansen Supreme Class Cabin pricing, start date, and details announced by Japan Railways
7-Eleven Japan’s new sweets burger is a mouthwatering philosophical debate
Japan’s Yellow Shinkansen to be retired, last chances to ride it come with eye-popping prices
Forget Tokyo go-karts – there’s a new way to sightsee on four wheels in Japan
Nearly half of Pokémon hot spring’s statues have been damaged less than two months after opening
Japan opens shrine for plush toys in Kyoto, offering memorial rites and a resting place for remains
Ginza Happo: One of Tokyo’s best all-you-can-eat seafood restaurants is an extreme buffet affair
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Japanese bento shop touches hearts by selling super cheap boxed lunches for around a dollar
Starbucks Japan sells Valencia Flavoured Syrup, and here are four ways to use it this summer