After going viral with her prawn cracker gown, Sine has upped her food cosplay game with meat, crisps, and enoki mushrooms.
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The Japanese beauty steps out from the shadow of her father’s “sexiest man of the year” titles with some good-looking poses of her own.
One of Japan’s most talented anime modelers continues to create works of art that look more 2-D than most actual drawings.
Our crack reporter finds himself the guest of honor at a party with models from the Tokyo Auto Salon.
Enako continues to make jaws drop not just with her gorgeous appearance, but also with her amazing economic powers.
You don’t have to have an interest in cars or gadgets to want what this girl’s selling.
Revealing newspaper costume draws eyes and puzzled comments too.
It’s easy to see why Erika Karata has become a sensation in Japan in just a few short years.
Muscular, smooth-skinned Chaundo retired from modeling decades ago, but not because he lost his looks.
The former Victoria’s Secret model is so popular in Japan that she even has a say in the country’s miso production.
The former Victoria’s Secret model hams it up for the camera in this weird and wonderful Japanese song about kissing.
Labor of love makes the latest Gundam mecha look like something from anime’s heady hand-drawn peak.
Age is no barrier to beauty when you feel comfortable in your own skin.
We were inspired to take more than a few pictures on our visit to the ongoing trade show taking place south of Tokyo.












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Pokémon Center Online designates first Pokémon items that will require Japanese ID card to buy
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American tourist in Japan arrested on charges of attempted murder and arson
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One Piece Day 2026 brings new art, music, and new cast announcements
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