Japan Central!

This is what happens when your dad’s a Buddhist sculptor

2022-04-04T15:00:00Z

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When the power of Japanese protection amulets backfires

2022-04-04T15:00:00Z

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Sono Sion, Japanese Film Director, Accused of Sexual Harassment

2022-04-05T05:00:00Z

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Pokémon fan 3-D prints a life-size Charmander, takes it camping【Photos, video】

2022-04-05T05:00:00Z
Video shows off Fire-type’s cool glowing tail.

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One Punch Man manga artist’s amazing “practice” drawing is so good we think he might not be human

2022-04-05T11:00:00Z
Drinking glass drawing seems beyond the limits of what humans should be able to do.

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“Demon Slayer” Nezuko VA Akari Kito Posts Hew New MV “Michikusa” with Her Own Lyrics

April 05, 2022 8:05pm CDT
Her 2nd live Blu-ray “MIRRORS” is also set to be released on April 13

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What’s the real reason for the ‘floating’ 3-D signs at Haneda Airport?

2022-04-06T03:00:00Z
Ignore these pop-up signs at your own peril!

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Gorgeous lantern-lit sakura path beckons netizens to another world

2022-04-04T15:00:00Z

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Photographer captures miracle above the world’s largest torii gate and sea of sakura

2022-04-04T15:00:00Z

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Have a look at Tokyo Disney Resort’s stunning new Toy Story Hotel [Video Tour]

2022-04-04T15:00:00Z

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Osaka woman gives foreigner Uber Eats worker fake money, thought he wouldn’t know difference

2022-04-06T03:30:00Z
But he did.

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Celebrate 20 years of Cinnamoroll with a sleep over at one of these themed hotel rooms in Tokyo

2022-04-05T15:00:00Z

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Cthulhu octopus wiener is ready to make kids cry when they open their bento

2022-04-05T15:00:00Z

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One-Punch Man artist stretches believability with godly “practice drawing”

2022-04-05T15:00:00Z

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How much does it really cost to cross Japan by cab?

2022-04-05T15:00:00Z

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A gigantic “HELLO KITTY APPLE HOUSE” appears on Awaji Island this April

2022-04-05T15:00:00Z

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After forgetting to use it for four years, man finds “treasure” in noodle dipping sauce

2022-04-05T15:00:00Z

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Enjoy one-handed cherry-bloom viewing picnic with this McHanami hack

2022-04-06T05:00:00Z
You deserve a break today.

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hololive’s Mori Calliope To Make Major Label Debut, Hold Solo Concert

posted on 2022-04-06 13:45 EDT by Choo Sum Lee

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Cygames Supports Cat Longevity Research

posted on 2022-04-06 16:45 EDT by Choo Sum Lee

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Princess Mononoke cosplayer’s gear is so amazing she can actually ride Yakul

2022-04-05T15:00:00Z

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VTuber Shibuya HAL Sings STEINS;GATE Game’s Theme for Cover Song Project “CrosSing”

April 06, 2022 8:10pm CDT
Shibuya’s official YouTube channel has attracted over 710,000 subscribers

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No, this isn’t a Kirby specialty store – It’s a Japanese superfan’s Kirby room!【Photos】

2022-04-07T01:00:00Z
Entire room dedicated to the Nintendo video game star is cute, cuddly and pink all over.

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Bandai Namco Partners With the Angels as It Officially Calls Southern California Home

Apr 6th 2022
Beloved Bandai Namco Brands Such as Pac-Man Set to Delight Fans at Angel Stadium; Company Also Plans Event in Irvine to Meet the Orange County Community

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Japanese-Chinese Boys’ Collective WARPs UP Hold First Online Concert & Fan Meeting on April 23

Apr 6th 2022

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Leading Japanese pizza chain Pizza La now delivers…for your dog!

2022-04-07T01:00:00Z
Canine-tailored pizzas are back by pup-ular demand.

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1-year-old impresses with adorable technique in sumo wrestling debut

2022-04-06T15:00:00Z

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Voice Actor Kana Hanazawa Tests Positive for COVID-19

April 07, 2022 3:39am CDT
Hanazawa has had to cancel her April 10 concert

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Sony Music & bilibili’s New Virtual Idol Unit NHOT BOT Releases Their 1st Music Video

April 07, 2022 8:15pm CDT
The unit’s tagline is: “Change your life, move the clock.”

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Osaka Metro to test stores where you can pay with your face, even with a mask

2022-04-08T01:00:00Z
What are robbers supposed to do now?

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Bowl or chopsticks: Which one should you pick up first?

2022-04-08T03:30:00Z
An introduction to the finer details of Japanese dining etiquette.

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Hope she gets better soon. :heart:

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Love Live! Superstar!! VA Unit Liella! to Perform at MTV Unplugged Concert on May 27 & 28

April 08, 2022 12:10am CDT
Full anime MV for their debut single song is now streamed

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X Japan Leader Yoshiki Reveals Fan-Favorite Hello Kitty Style Icon ‘yoshikitty’ to Compete in Worldwide Sanrio Character Ranking Contest

Apr 8th 2022

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‘90s J-pop/drama star Ryoko Hirosue stars in amazing McDonald’s Japan vid…with her younger self

2022-04-08T13:00:00Z
Maji de kawannai!

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ASIMO retires from performing after 22 years

2022-04-08T17:30:00Z
ASIMO is still big. It’s just the robot shows that got small.

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Ayana Taketatsu to Celebrate Her Artist Debut’s 10th Anniversary in Special Live-streaming Program

April 08, 2022 9:20pm CDT
She is now looking for messages, questions, and memories of her concerts

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Yoshiki Superstar Project X: Join us, You’re the Next Super Star

Apr 9th 2022
Join us! You’re the next super star! Go global together! “Nothing is Impossible!”

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Fate/Stay Night’s Gilgamesh Wishes Lil Nas X ‘Happy Birthday’

posted on 2022-04-09 12:45 EDT by Lynzee Loveridge

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Clever, cool, possibly emotionally scarring Pokémon cosplay greets freshmen at Tokyo college【Pics】

2022-04-10T00:30:00Z
Welcome to art college, says Arceus.

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Who’s got the best, cheapest one-person sushi delivery in downtown Tokyo? Mr. Sato investigates!

2022-04-11T01:00:00Z
And he investigates crazily, of course.

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Nijigasaki High School’s Yu Trains Up in Stations Across Odaiba in Anime Collaboration

April 10, 2022 9:06pm CDT
Yu can be seen in all the stations on both lines in Odaiba

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Japanese teacher suspended for selling a lot of cows without telling the school

2022-04-11T02:00:00Z
The man’s actions were udderly despicable.

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Akihabara shop lets you destroy your own hard drives for only 100 yen

2022-04-11T05:00:00Z
Let Dark Past Final Disposal Site let you puncture your HDD.

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King Super Live 2022 Concert Delayed Until Further Notice

posted on 2022-04-11 02:51 EDT by Rafael Antonio Pineda
Concert featuring King Records artists was originally slated for June 25-26

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Himizu Director Sion Sono Posts Statement After Sexual Assault, Harassment Allegations Surface

posted on 2022-04-11 08:15 EDT by Crystalyn Hodgkins
Director apologizes, states he will reflect on his behavior but claims allegations are false
Content Warning: The below article makes references to sexual assault and harassment.

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Mother and son duo dancing beneath the sakura trees will bring a smile to your day

2022-04-11T15:00:00Z
Viral video from Japan proves you’re never too old to pop and lock.

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ANN Review - Cosplay: The Fictional Mode of Existence

by MrAJCosplay/Cartoon Cipher, Apr 11th 2022

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hololive Virtual YouTuber Amane Kanata Announces Return From Hiatus With Adorable Illustration

posted on 2022-04-11 14:45 EDT by Choo Sum Lee
Kanata announced that she will return from her streaming hiatus on April 16

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Shin Ultraman Allies With Yokohama Landmark Tower in Collab Event

April 11, 2022 2:36pm CDT
Attractions include a stamp rally event and a 10 meter tall inflatable Shin Ultraman display

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Japanese hamster cookies are just too cute to eat!

2022-04-10T15:00:00Z

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City girl shows country-living power and impresses with bubble tea made from scratch!

2022-04-10T15:00:00Z

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Tokyo’s Manuscript Writing Cafe only allows writers on a deadline, and won’t let them leave until finished

2022-04-10T15:00:00Z

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Japan Red Cross Launches Blood Donation Collaboration Campaign with SPY x FAMILY

April 11, 2022 7:15pm CDT
The tagline: “Their mission is to promote blood donation.”

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Visiting parents, man finds out their restroom has turned into Silent Hill

2022-04-11T15:00:00Z

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Passenger’s heart melts when they see touching effort of runway staff at airport in Japan

2022-04-11T15:00:00Z

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Tiny 60-year-old shop in one of the busiest parts of Tokyo has an important lesson to teach us

2022-04-12T05:00:00Z
It’s been right there at the Shibuya Scramble intersection for decades.

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Manga Artist Masakazu Katsura Celebrates 40th Anniversary of His Career at Special Exhibition

April 12, 2022 12:10am CDT
The original character designs for TIGER & BUNNY 2 will also be on display

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Voice Actresses Nanami Yamashita, Yū Serizawa Diagnosed With COVID-19

posted on 2022-04-12 04:26 EDT by Rafael Antonio Pineda
Serizawa’s i☆Ris idol group also cancels Saitama concert on April 16

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“Anime Songs Party!” Program That Connects The World With Anime Songs Will Be Inviting 17-Year-Old Singer-Songwriter That Sings For The Anime Kyoukai Sensen

Apr 12th 2022

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This Tokyo cafe won’t let you inside unless you’re a writer or translator with a deadline looming

2022-04-12T16:00:00Z
And they won’t let you go home until you meet your writing goal for the day.

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Tokyo police post tweet to put people’s minds at ease, but creep them out with weird illustration

2022-04-12T17:30:00Z
Drawing shows what happens during junkai renraku, but something important is missing.

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Is a sandwich “bread?” Our reporter refuses to let survey results stand

2022-04-13T01:00:00Z
Japan picks its favorite type of bread, but was the contest a fair fight?

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Japan’s lavishly embellished “Dekotora” trucks join OpenSea NFT marketplace

2022-04-12T15:00:00Z

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Japanese “Net” High School holds 2022 opening ceremony in the Metaverse

2022-04-12T15:00:00Z

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Gundam manhole covers coming to Sagamihara City, along with other space-themed street art

2022-04-13T05:00:00Z
What, you were expecting more Pokémon?

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New Single ‘Changes’ From Japanese Srtist Vicke Blanka Features in Sequel to Hit French Movie ‘The Shiny Shrimps’

Apr 13th 2022
Worldwide single release accompanied by beautiful music video themed on change

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Japanese sightseeing train offers amazing luxury…for prices starting at 1.3 million yen per room

2022-04-14T02:00:00Z
Multi-day journeys are both an elegant and an expensive way to see the wonders of Kyushu.

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Voice Actor Shunichi Toki Gets Groovy in New Music Video “Good For”

April 13, 2022 11:10pm CDT
His first full album hits stores May 18

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It looks like Costco, it sounds like Costco, but it’s actually Dodosuco — we visit look-alike store

2022-04-14T05:00:00Z
When is a branch of Costco not a branch of Costco? When it’s a Dodosuco.

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Tokyo police arrest video game YouTuber for marijuana possession

2022-04-14T13:00:00Z
Accused claims he “bought it from a black person” in Tokyo bar district.

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Survey reveals that many young people in Japan are experiencing loneliness and isolation

2022-04-14T15:30:00Z
The pandemic and its effects have contributed to a rise in loneliness among people of all ages, but especially young people.

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HIME PLAYLIST: Songs to Make You Feel Like You’re Floating in Space

April 14, 2022 3:00pm CDT
Dive in for an hour of curated music right now!

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Cherry Magic! Manga Artist Donates Film Rights Fee to Marriage For All Japan

posted on 2022-04-14 17:45 EDT by Kim Morrissy
Live-action film based on Yū Toyota’s boys-love manga opened last Friday

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How to make Doraemon’s favorite snack, dorayaki

2022-04-13T15:00:00Z

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Love Live! Nijigasaki Member Tomori Kusunoki to Release Rain-themed 4th EP on June 1

April 14, 2022 11:23pm CDT
All of her previous three EPs ranked in the top 10

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Cup Noodle traumatizes with terrifying sea monster Seafood lid

2022-04-14T15:00:00Z

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From rust to riches: Japanese “treasure creator” restores tools that have rusted beyond hope

2022-04-14T15:00:00Z

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Japanese man who took 9 years to enter top university looks completely different on graduation

2022-04-14T15:00:00Z

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Who knew that fast food could be brain food?

2022-04-14T15:00:00Z

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Fire Pokémon come to life with incredible life-sized Cyndaquil fireworks stand

2022-04-14T15:00:00Z

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Support your faves and avoid oshikatsu burnout — advice from our resident otaku

2022-04-15T13:00:00Z
Being a super fan isn’t as easy as it might seem, but you can avoid burnout with these tips!

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Girlfriend shows Gundam fan an extremely clever new way to photograph the life-size mech in Tokyo

2022-04-16T13:00:00Z
Almost everyone takes their photos from right underneath the anime robot, but a little distance gives you a whole new perspective.

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Angela Vocalist Cancels Appearance Due to Suspected Case of COVID-19, 2 hololive VTubers Test Positive for COVID-19

posted on 2022-04-16 16:30 EDT by Crystalyn Hodgkins
Houshou Marine, Ookami Mio tested positive for COVID-19 in last week

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Fantastic Beasts stars Eddie Redmayne and Jessica Williams attend special fan event in Japan

2022-04-16T23:30:00Z
Redmayne and Williams are the first Hollywood stars to come to Japan since the outbreak of corona.

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Train station entrance in Yokohama is straight out of a post-apocalyptic horror game【Video】

2022-04-17T09:00:00Z
Nope.

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Cutie Honey, Mazinger Z, and Devilman Hit the Track in Go Nagai x JRA Collab

April 17, 2022 7:35am CDT
Hot-blooded heroes will be part of Spring Tenno Sho festivities

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Tokyo “museum hotel” invites you to step back to the Taisho era with retro kimono afternoon tea

2022-04-17T15:15:00Z
Gajoen offers over 2,500 kimono/accessory combinations for day-long experience, professional photography service available too.

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Shikoku Island holds world landmark lookalike photography contest judged by AI

2022-04-17T17:30:00Z
Many of the greatest places on Earth are all on one rural Japanese island.

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Nana Mizuki to Release 14th Album “DELIGHTED REVIVER” on July 6

April 17, 2022 7:45pm CDT
The album includes the theme songs for Shaman King, Tomodachi Game, Fullmetal Alchemist MOBILE

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Blue Period Paints Real-Life Manhole Covers Around Tokyo University of the Arts

April 18, 2022 5:56am CDT
The anime adaptation streams internationally on Netflix

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Clip Studio Paint to Sponsor Coloring Contest Held by hololive Indonesia VTuber Airani Iofifteen

Apr 18th 2022

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Japan’s thrill ride theme park finds new way to terrify: A slide over twice as tall as a Gundam

2022-04-18T15:00:00Z
Fuji-Q Highland decides its Mt. Fuji observation platform isn’t quite scary enough.

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INTERVIEW: hololive’s Nanashi Mumei Has Seen All Of Human Civilization Lead To VTubing

April 18, 2022 11:00am CDT
We spoke to Nanashi Mumei in our first in a series of hololive articles

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Pokémon Lucario becomes official radio calisthenics promoter for kids across Japan【Video】

2022-04-18T17:30:00Z
Radio calisthenics to encourage fitness are making a comeback with the help of a perpetually popular Pokémon.

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Kagamine Rin & Len’s First Solo 3DCG Live Concert PV Unveils Cute Main Visual & Theme Song

April 18, 2022 9:00pm CDT
General sales of the tickets will begin on June 25

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Check Out Sword Art Online Theme Song Singer ReoNa’s New MV “Life is Beautiful”

April 18, 2022 9:35pm CDT
Her 2nd EP “Naked” hits stores May 11

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Anime director unearths Godzilla manga he wrote at 12-years-old that shows genius talent

2022-04-17T15:00:00Z

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Thrilling video of Japanese police car chasing drifter goes viral

2022-04-17T15:00:00Z

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Rare customer reminds everyone Japan’s northernmost McDonald’s is just a bit different

2022-04-17T15:00:00Z

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Puzzling park scenery terrifies Japanese netizens with gruesome thoughts

2022-04-17T15:00:00Z

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Renovated deluxe sleeper train “Seven Stars in Kyushu” begins taking bookings for 2022 – 2023

2022-04-17T15:00:00Z

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Gakuran photo shoot – Our staff tries to transform into the macho cast of anime Otoko Juku【Pics】

2022-04-19T05:00:00Z
Mr. Sato sparks some changes to our office attire.

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Milla Jovovich’s daughter charms Japan with video of her speaking excellent Japanese【Video】

2022-04-19T13:15:00Z
Ever Anderson made video to show her love and respect for Japanese culture.

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Japan Rail apologises for discrimination “misunderstanding” with Russian sign

2022-04-19T15:00:00Z
Railway company’s dedication to customer service backfires, landing it in hot water instead.

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2021 saw the sharpest ever rate of decrease of Japan’s shrinking population, more records broken

2022-04-20T01:00:00Z
Japan’s decreasing birthrate coupled with an aging population continue to spell out doom and gloom for the future of the country.

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How origami changed the life of a Japanese woman in the U.S.

2022-04-20T03:30:00Z
A lesson in how to overcome your fears and change your destiny.

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Photographer shows why the Pink Moon hits differently in Japan

2022-04-18T15:00:00Z

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Japanese elementary schoolers learn fate of cows on farm trip; their reaction is food for thought

2022-04-18T15:00:00Z

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Flushing Doggy Pee Pole in Tokyo becomes envy of dog owners around country

2022-04-18T15:00:00Z

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Three-day search for two-meter-long python in Okayama ends, found in owner’s car dashboard

2022-04-20T15:00:00Z
Once again, a giant snake is always in the last place you look.

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INTERVIEW: Hakos Baelz Tells Us About Her Creative Process, Inuyasha Karaoke, And What Being A VTuber Means To Her

April 20, 2022 11:00am CDT
It’s time to say whassup to hololive EN Council’s chaotic rat

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Controversial Tawawa on Monday Manga Ad Sparks Conversation on Censorship

posted on 2022-04-20 14:45 EDT by Lynzee Loveridge
Manga creator Ken Akamatsu, politician Kenzo Fujisue show support for manga series

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Watch i☆Ris Member Yu Serizawa’s 2nd Solo Concert Tour 14-minute Digest Clip

April 20, 2022 7:45pm CDT
MOTSU (ex-rapper of m.o.v.e) made a guest appearance on stage

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Yokohama’s SEASIDE CINEMA 2022 screening Evangelion, Spider-Man and more this Golden Week

2022-04-19T15:00:00Z

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Move over 3D cat, this “digital ad space goldfish” has a trick you’ve never seen

2022-04-19T15:00:00Z

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Bone-chilling discovery at abandoned farm in Japan looks like a horror movie opening

2022-04-19T15:00:00Z

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When Japan’s octopus wieners go wrong, they get downright terrifying

2022-04-19T15:00:00Z

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Japanese 3rd-grader offers to make dinner for family and knocks it out of the park

2022-04-19T15:00:00Z

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Tokyo’s last remaining streetcar provides beautiful views of sakura in bloom [4K Video]

2022-04-19T15:00:00Z

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Doraemon found buried at sea as scene from 1993 anime becomes real life【Photos】

2022-04-21T05:00:00Z
Who knew a 29-year-old anime movie was actually a vision of the future?

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Mr. Sato attempts the 50-Pin Challenge at Kabukicho’s Shinjuku Copa Bowl【Video】

2022-04-21T14:00:00Z
That’s one pin for every year they’ve been in business.

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INTERVIEW: Taking Some Time Out Of Ouro Kronii’s Day

April 21, 2022 11:00am CDT
Find out what it’s like to juggle being both the Warden of Time and a livestreamer

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“I’ll kill you!” says Japanese schoolgirl when convenience store won’t let her use restroom

2022-04-21T17:30:00Z
Japanese police say call of nature was no excuse for threat of violence.

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Stunning “Castle in the Sky” diorama shows Muska discovering the giant Aetherium crystal

2022-04-20T15:00:00Z

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Sayonara, trash cans – Tokyo to remove last receptacles next month

2022-04-22T05:00:00Z
Passengers asked to take their trash home with them.

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Voice Actors Maaya Sakamoto, Kenichi Suzumura Give Birth to 1st Child

posted on 2022-04-22 02:01 EDT by Kim Morrissy

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Japan’s Masked Production Duo AmPm Become NFT Curators

Apr 22nd 2022
The members showcase a favorite illustrator, and explain what they love about NFTs

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Shikimori Herself Hijacks Akihabara in Biggest One Character Takeover in History

April 22, 2022 4:40am CDT
Shikimori’s Not Just a Cutie streams weekly here on Crunchyroll

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The 1st EP from Hololive English VTuber Mori Calliope is Now Available for Pre-Order Worldwide at Animate International

Apr 22nd 2022

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New Zealand prime minster welcomed to Japan by kiwi mascot characters, surreally somber dance

2022-04-22T11:00:00Z
Following reception by the Japanese government, it was the Kiwi Brothers’ turn to say hello.

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Hikaru Utada releasing vinyl version of all albums, pop-up store opening in Shibuya

2022-04-22T15:00:00Z
Nightly Hikaru Mix DJ events to stream online.

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INTERVIEW: Sana Tsukumo And The Value Of Taking It Easy

April 22, 2022 11:00am CDT
The extraterrestrial VTuber tells us about life on the wild side

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JAM Project Singer Hironobu Kageyama Discusses International Popularity, COVID

posted on 2022-04-22 13:45 EDT by Lynzee Loveridge
In new video, Kageyama performs the single “Olympia” on acoustic guitar

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Adorable “miracle bunny” born from egg in Japan

2022-04-21T15:00:00Z

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Artist who controls ADHD through daily leaf-carving to hold exhibition in Hiroshima Tsutaya

2022-04-21T15:00:00Z

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How to safely navigate the toilet when wearing a kimono or yukata

2022-04-21T15:00:00Z

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New Dance Music Brand FUTUREmode Launched by avex, with Three Tracks Including ‘Shiny Starting Line’ by YUC’e as First Releases

Apr 22nd 2022
Japanese culture fans, don’t miss this! New dance music brand FUTUREmode launched by avex, with three tracks including ‘Shiny Starting Line’ by YUC’e as first releases!

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Set of 4,368 train tickets goes on sale to commemorate Japan Railways 150th anniversary

2022-04-23T01:00:00Z
The collection comes in a set of six binders so you can display all 4,368 of your tickets easily.

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Voice Actress, Singer Nana Mizuki Tests Positive for COVID-19

posted on 2022-04-23 01:16 EDT by Crystalyn Hodgkins
Mizuki currently has no fever, symptoms are stable

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“Anime Songs Party” Program Will be Inviting a YouTube Singer That Sings for the Anime “Kawaii Dake Ja Nai Shikimori-San” Nasuo☆

Apr 23rd 2022

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Ultraman title logo generator set up online by McDonald’s Japan

2022-04-23T13:00:00Z
What’s old is Shin again!

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Luxury hotel chain opens hotel on edge of Osaka’s infamous Nishinari for its “deep culture”

2022-04-23T23:45:00Z
Brings new meaning to the phrase “slumming it.”

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