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Rooms jammed full of anime collectibles suddenly turned into X-rated disaster zones after the quake hit.
Want the Japanese Internet’s favorite hairstylist to transform your hairdo? Here’s how to make an appointment.
Young man in Southern California has a degree, and also a very clear opinion on who Love Live!’s best girl is.
Love Livers’ romantic prospects are limited, but there’s also a silver lining to being a fan of the hit idol anime.
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Sure, that stuffed animal may look cute, but if you’ve seen anime Puella Magi Madoka Magica, you know this is the start of a dangerous relationship.
In the Japanese idol singer world, sometimes the difference between love and hate can be hard to see.
Being sweet and coy didn’t work when discussing a photo ban, so Eren tried the brutally direct approach instead.
Hardcore fan spends nearly US$1,500 amassing stockpile of voice actress’ newest book, doesn’t know what to do with them all.
Artist meets fan who loves his work yet can’t buy it, but not because she can’t afford it.
Savile Row suit maker recreates anime villain Char’s military uniform, and it costs far more than three times what a normal cosplay costume does.
An amazingly simply but cool idea to really help your itasha anime characters’ eyes “pop.”
Japanese fans sound off on things that used to be a normal part of the otaku life, but aren’t anymore.
Itasha brings the pain to plushie from rival of owner’s favorite anime series.
Dwango, the operators of Japan’s Nico Nico Douga streaming service, want to connect passionate cosplayers with paying jobs.
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