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Eva’s special friends take the stage for a special event at series 30th anniversary celebration.
After traveling to four cities in Japan, the exhibit is ready to head out and meet the international Sailor Moon fan community.
Ticket on-sale dates also announced for Takarazuka Revue production inspired by Symphony of the Night.
Stage adaptation of Hayao Miyazaki’s Studio Ghibli film gears up for its first performances outside Japan.
Four actresses will now share the protagonist part for the adaptation of the Studio Ghibli anime.
Adaptation of Studio Ghibli classic is coming to London, keeping its Japanese stars and Japanese-language dialogue.
Adaptation of Hayao Miyazaki anime returns to two Japanese cities, first performances to be held this summer.
Adaptation of Studio Ghibli anime earns more Olivier Award nominations than any other production this year.
More than a dozen different characters from the hit video game will take the stage this spring.
Couldn’t make it to the theater to see the adaptation of the Studio Ghibli anime masterpiece? Now you can watch it from home.




















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Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
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No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
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Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
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