Key cast members and visuals were also just released, including a very big name in the world of voice acting.
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“Betobeto-san” © 水木プロダクション (Mizuki Productions)
A parade of monsters is coming to Roppongi Hills this summer, and it sounds like a treat!
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In these trying times, no one can be blamed for trying to get as much help as possible to keep safe from coronavirus, even if it’s from a mythical yokai.
People in Japan are turning to the mysterious Amabie to help us through the coronavirus pandemic.
Japan’s most terrifying ghouls, monsters and demons come out to frighten the public on a street believed to border the spirit world.
The granddaddy of yokai anime, Gegege no Kitaro, gets an unexpected salute as it reaches the half-century milestone.
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