This retelling of the classic tokusatsu tale looks to be surprisingly fresh and nostalgic all at the same time.
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Ever get the feeling that Japanese cinema isn’t as good as it used to be? You’re not alone.
From its amazing visuals to its pure-hearted rock theme by Radwimps, the upcoming anime film from the celebrated director is proud to wear its heart on its sleeve.
The animated series will be free to watch on YouTube, and the movie will see release later this year.
Immortan Joe, War Boys, and the Doof Warrior show up to congratulate new grads.
69-year-old set to play key role in Hollywood anime adaptation.
After striking a chord with so many fans during its original run, Nodame is coming back for an encore.
Mark June 18, 2016 on your calendars, because these two iconic ladies of Japanese horror are returning to the silver screen in the exact same movie.
Condensing the entire plot of a feature film into a handful of words without accidentally implying that it sucks is surprisingly difficult—as these 10 eye-wateringly terrible film taglines clearly show.
Marvel’s Deadpool has surpassed box-office expectations, leaving fans wanting more — except in Japan where we’re still waiting for the movie to open!
He’s handsome, talented and an Olympic gold medalist. And now, Yuzuru Hanyu will be making his screen debut as a samurai lord in the Edo period!

















New Kyoto Converse sneakers celebrate Japan with traditional kimono fabrics for your feet
Studio Ghibli launches huge new anime movie T-shirt collection with special design details
Japan is so hungry for workers it used up its five-year visa quota in record time
Burger King offers every fast food franchisee in Japan 40M yen to jump ship and join them
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
7-Eleven Japan releases Uji matcha smoothies… but only at select locations
Burger King Japan’s All Heavy customisation hack may not be all it’s cracked up to be
How to ride Japan’s awesome Pokémon Sandshrew Train【Photos】
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Shinkansen operator apologizes for three-minute delay because conductor was napping
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in Japan
Pikachu to cuddle with kimono-clad beauty on Tokyo street as part of flower art event
Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Studio Ghibli croquettes not to eat, but to keep your stuff in, going on sale in Japan[Photos]
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
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
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
7-Eleven Japan releases Uji matcha smoothies… but only at select locations
Burger King Japan’s All Heavy customisation hack may not be all it’s cracked up to be
How to ride Japan’s awesome Pokémon Sandshrew Train【Photos】
Hayao Miyazaki gifts autographed Ghibli anime cel to president of France[Photo]
Shinkansen operator apologizes for three-minute delay because conductor was napping
Researcher claims North Korea’s Kim Jong-un loved manga, got bad grades as a teen
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Fishermen (illegally) save endangered Japanese fish species
Chansey Pokémon Park in Japan helps a region heal from disaster
Conveyor belt yakiniku: Our new favourite way to enjoy all-you-can-eat meat in Japan
ALT in Japan asked to remove earrings by Board of Education