These photos capture the late-night action that spells the end of an era for Electric Town.
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Not ready to convert your own car into a shrine for your favorite anime characters? No problem, this rental car company will loan you one!
It’s nice to have a partner who values your hobby, but not like this.
Surreal scene as dancers in Taipei club go wild for remix of Japanese Hamtaro anime theme song.
Tokyo-based employer’s limited-time offer helps anime fans better enjoy life with their 2-D spouse.
Fans of handsome swimming boys anime Free! don’t think gardeners should be free to plant sakura wherever they want.
Facility where Grape-kun spent his days with his anime crush says it has no plans for a statue, hasn’t given permission for an installation.
The cardboard cut-out he fell in love with was moved from the enclosure to be with the penguin as he passed away.
Tough love from Akihabara-based matchmaking service reflects the changing nature of anime fandom.
Human otaku offer their sympathies and encouragement during the animal’s difficult time.
Dozens of pieces, including urine stream, bundled in set of adult goods for anime figures to pose and play with.
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