Moomin fans will love this big, beautiful plush — and thanks to the Moomin series’ 75th anniversary, he could be yours!
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Pokémon plushie pal’s productivity parameters are suspect, but his cuteness can’t be denied.
It’s been several years since one of modern anime’s greatest betrayals, but otaku heartache lingers, and must be treated with merciless road rash.
The cozy photos of a fun day spent with a Moomin friend had everyone online clamoring for a visit, too!
Scary looking Pokémon that just wants to be loved continues to chase after its dream of becoming just like its idol.
A Twitter user made this startling discovery when their mother tossed a beloved cushion into the laundry.
If she can keep the anime heroine from slacking off, she should be able to help you stay focused too.
Beloved anime character Totoro is celebrating his 30th birthday this year and is getting an exciting line of new merchandise that Ghibli fans won’t want to miss! Read More
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.
A trick of the light has Japanese social media checking every crane game for evil apparitions.
Recreate Ash’s voyage around the Orange Archipelago without ever leaving your living room.
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PewDiePie buys house in Japan, calls it “a dream come true”
Naruto’s author Kishimoto reveals what characters’ names would’ve been if editor didn’t intervene
Japanese Mame Shiba Inu banknote design pays homage to nation’s beloved dog
Why do Japanese toilets have double hooks on their doors?
Japanese Phantom Cheesecake: A sweet so popular 2,000 sold in ten minutes
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Uniqlo announces new line of awesome Dragon Ball T-shirts and hoodies【Photos】
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