Japan’s amazingly cozy heated tables combined with movie magic? Sounds like the perfect way to spend a winter day.
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Here’s the exact day you’ll be able to reserve tickets that will let you see Miyazaki’s Boro the Caterpillar.
The main characters in Makoto Shinkai’s anime film have a major blind spot, but not in this reimagining.
Fan shows us a reason to hang onto your old VHS anime even after you’ve upgraded to newer media versions.
Constant companion Pikachu also gets a girlish makeover.
Anime director Mamoru Hosoda returns to time travel for an examination of the brother/sister relationship, but with one big twist.
“Does it bother you that I’m not completely human?” Alita asks, but it’s really just how huge her eyes are that’s freaking people out.
Pokémon’s leading man transforms yet again for new film with animation production from the studio behind Attack on Titan.
Actor joins cast of in-production film from Legendary Entertainment based on already-forgotten footnote to smash-hit Pokémon franchise.
The former resident of Japan gives us some Jedi life advice and tells us what other Star Wars character we wishes he could have played.
Suds, brooms, tanks, and dancing. What more could you want?
“Ghibli will continue making movies,” veteran producer vows as Miyazaki returns to the genre that made him a legend.
It’s story may be one of redemption, but the film adaptations of the hit anime/manga aren’t being cut any slack.
Get excited with us with these real-time thoughts about Shin Godzilla as viewers celebrate its debut on Japanese television.
Decades after the live-action Super Mario film’s flop, Nintendo is said to be ready to take another shot at movie magic.















Osaka is hosting a “hentai” event, but it’s probably not what you think
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan
Starbucks Japan unveils new Frappuccino showcasing “mottainai” culture
Japanese high school closes its cafeteria, replaces it with a 7-Eleven convenience store
Tokyo’s Pokémon Cafe reopens this month with brand-new sweets and Pikachu show
Japanese convenience store shows us how to dress for the rainy season
Studio Ghibli adds new range of neckties to its anime merchandise store in Japan
American college student missing in Kyoto, last seen by family one week ago
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Body of missing foreign tourist in Japan found floating off coast of town he was last seen in
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
Kyoto public junior high school becomes first in Japan with a hoodie school uniform
Japanese convenience store Lawson launches new “mini supermarket” chain, L Minimart
What’s up with the Ghibli Park photo and video ban?
Starbucks Japan has a problem with its sell-out breakfast that might annoy solo diners
Tokyo’s life-size Gundam anime mecha statue will be removed this summer
Ichiraku Ramen-inspired ramen sets from Naruto anime pay homage to Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura
Kanji ice cream becomes a sell-out hit in Japan
Japan now has gyoza doughnuts, and they taste like no other doughnut we’ve tried before
Japan’s real-world Pokémon hot spring’s first photos are here![Photos]
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]
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】
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]
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japanese convenience store shows us how to dress for the rainy season
Studio Ghibli adds new range of neckties to its anime merchandise store in Japan
American college student missing in Kyoto, last seen by family one week ago
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Body of missing foreign tourist in Japan found floating off coast of town he was last seen in
Kyoto public junior high school becomes first in Japan with a hoodie school uniform
Japanese convenience store challenge is only for those with extreme tastes
Lawson opens a new mini supermarket, and the lucky bags can essentially stock your kitchen
Starbucks Japan releases first-ever muscat-flavoured chilled cup drink
Cup Noodle hamster wheel is the new adorable pet toy animal lovers in Japan want[Video]
Studio Ghibli still doesn’t allow its anime to be streamed online in Japan, and here’s why
Japan Post’s mail carriers are getting some cool upgrades, but packages might be a little late
Starbucks Japan releases a new limited-edition Frappuccino inspired by espresso affogato
Japan’s sticker wars are reaching a breaking point, even for enthusiasts