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Get Ready For Some Feels As Jun Maeda Prepares “Hikikomori Songs” Album

December 05, 2017 11:43am CST
Writer/composer/light novel creator behind Kanon, Air, Clannad, Little Busters!, Angel Beats!, Charlotte teams up with Vocalist

Tokyo Comic Con Attracts 42,793 Attendees Across 3 Days

posted on 2017-12-05 19:15 EST
Next year’s event scheduled for November 30-December 2

Enjoy Genuine Chinese Cuisine at “Dragon Ball” Collab Café

December 05, 2017 9:50pm CST
Osaka’s TOKOKURO serves up super-serious dishes that absolutely do not include underwear-shaped tofu.

Japan Cracks Down on “Mario Kart” Safety Regulations

December 05, 2017 11:40pm CST
Popular tourist activity will be seeing some changes soon.

Rock Band flumpool Goes on Indefinite Hiatus

posted on 2017-12-06 11:20 EST
Vocalist Ryūta Yamamura recovering from functional dysphonia

Anime Themes Top JoySound’s Best of 2017 Karaoke

posted on 2017-12-06 15:45 EST by Lynzee Loveridge

2 Put on Trial for Posting Yowamushi Pedal, Other Manga Online

posted on 2017-12-06 20:00 EST
Suspects claim to have uploaded manga chapters from 13 different magazines

Nana Mizuki Reveals CD Jacket Photos for Her 3rd Best Album “THE MUSEUM III”

December 07, 2017 2:10am CST
17-song album also includes the two ED songs for “Basilisk Ouka Ninpocho”

Tokyo Unveils Three Shortlisted Mascot Designs for 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games

December 07, 2017 3:10am CST
Elementary school classrooms will cast ballots to decide on the final design

Actually, I Am… Theme’s Rap Duo Hilchryme Goes on Hiatus After Member’s Arrest

posted on 2017-12-07 07:00 EST
DJ Katsu was arrested on suspicion of violating Cannabis Control Law

Male Seiyuu Record Tribute Album to Pop Idol Shizuka Kudo

December 07, 2017 3:33pm CST
Voices of Eren Jaeger, Gilgamesh, and more unite for cover album.

Universal Studios Japan Outlines 2018 Detective Conan Collaboration

posted on 2017-12-07 17:45 EST by Jennifer Sherman

Meet Japan’s Next-Gen YouTuber, Yua-chan

Dec 7th 2017

Onsen Musume Project Holds Women Only Event

posted on 2017-12-08 15:45 EST by Lynzee Loveridge

Move Over Krampus - “Fate/Grand Order” Has A New Horror To Unleash On Christmas!

December 08, 2017 7:05pm EST
Yesterday, the kigurumi returned to traumatize the Akihabara Festival 2017 event

Men Get “Pretend Boyfriend” Seating at Next petit milady Concert

December 08, 2017 7:55pm CST
Sunday show will have optional “men only” and “women only” areas.

Kamen Joshi’s Nanaka Kawamura Wins Mixed Martial Arts Match at Deep Jewels 18

Dec 8th 2017

Creator of The Ancient Magus’ Bride at Comic Fiesta 2017

Dec 8th 2017

Voice Actor Toru Ohkawa Goes on Hiatus to Treat Illness

posted on 2017-12-09 04:45 EST
Voice of Fullmetal Alchemist’s Roy, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure’s narrator, Killing Bites’ Ichinosuke Okajima

Detective Conan Project Lets Fans Experience Crime Scene Investigation

posted on 2017-12-09 14:45 EST by Jennifer Sherman

Rozen Maiden’s Peach-Pit Draws Trailer for Kamijo x Hatsune Miku Project

posted on 2017-12-10 17:45 EST by Jennifer Sherman

“Juni Taisen” Rabbit Cosplay Might Have You Hopping To The Gym

December 10, 2017 6:33pm CST
Taiwan-based cosplayer/bodybuilder @transletum not only rose to the occasion, they started a Twitter account to share the result

Nobuhiko Okamoto Challenges Mt. Fuji in New Travel TV Program

December 11, 2017 11:43am CST
“Okamotoravel” debuts on AT-X on January 01, 2018

Violet Evergarden, Saekano, Gundam 00, Shine at C3 Anime Festival Asia Singapore 2017

posted on 2017-11-12 13:15 EST by Kim Morrissy

Takuya Fujima Draws “Nanoha” Poster for Blood Donation Campaign at Winter Comiket

December 11, 2017 11:10pm CST
People who donate 400 ml blood receive an A1-size poster and a goods set

Look Back Four-Year History of Anime Voice Actress Unit Petit Milady in Special Video

December 12, 2017 1:10am CST
The two-member unit was formed in March 2013, and will celebrate their 5th anniversary next year

Framing Makoto Shinkai: 15 Years of Anime Art from the Director of “Your Name”

December 12, 2017 7:00pm CST
An interview with Kazuki Sunami, Managing Director at CoMix Wave Films

Your Curry Will Pierce the Heavens at “Gurren Lagann” Café

December 12, 2017 11:05pm CST
King Kittan omurice, Nia parfaits, and more await you on this hot-blooded menu.

Celebrate Eromanga Sensei’s Birthday with an Animation Exhibit

posted on 2017-12-13 12:45 EST by Kim Morrissy

What’s Hideaki Anno’s Commute Playlist? Over an Hour of Anisongs

posted on 2017-12-13 13:45 EST by Jennifer Sherman
Acclaimed director gets ready for the day with Rose of Versailles, Aquarion, Yatterman

Surprise! Ayana Taketatsu is a Sweet / Sister / Sadistic Voice for “Smile STAND”

December 13, 2017 2:04pm CST
Limited edition collaboration with DyDo Group will feature 10 talking vending machines in Akihabara and Nihonbashi

Frieza Gives Up Conquering Worlds to Take Your Sushi Order

posted on 2017-12-13 18:45 EST by Lynzee Loveridge
Has the great DBZ villain reached a new low, or is he merely in a long game to claim supremacy over fast food?

The iDOLM@STER’s Yumi Hara Puts Singing Career on Hiatus

posted on 2017-12-14 04:30 EST
Dusk maiden of Amnesia, Corpse Party: Tortured Souls, Trinity Seven singer to focus on voice acting

“Nichijou - My Ordinary Life” Author Congratulates Anime Cast Members On Marriage

December 14, 2017 8:45am CST
Voice actress Kaori Sadohara has announced her marriage to 41 year-old voice actor Yoshihisa Kawahara

Music Video Demonstrates the Surprising Amount of Japanese You Already Know

December 14, 2017 11:45am CST
You already know some Japanese. Seriously!

“Nier: Automata” And “Chrono Crusade” Creators Team Up To Take Office Ladies Into Battle

December 14, 2017 1:30pm CST
It’s time for another one of those wonders of Comiket

Osamu Tezuka’s New Year Cards Were NSFW

posted on 2017-12-14 18:45 EST by Lynzee Loveridge

“Dragon Ball” Goku Voice Actress Power Up for High Speed Internet Commercial

December 14, 2017 9:45pm CST
Actress’ career has spanned the entire history of TV anime

Vocaloid Kagamine Rin & Len 10th Anniversary Collaboration Cafe to Be Held at Niconico Honsha in Tokyo

Dec 14th 2017

X Japan Documentary We Are X Dominates Japan’s Home Video Charts

Dec 14th 2017

Voice Actress Yumi Hara to End Her Solo Singer Activities Next Spring

December 15, 2017 12:50am CST
The voice of Takane Shijo (The Idolm@ster), Lilith Asami (Trinity Seven), Albedo (Overlord)

The National Art Center, Tokyo to Hold “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” 30th Anniversary Exhibition Next Summer

December 15, 2017 1:50am CST
Manga author Hirohiko Araki says, “It is a very great honor for me.”

Magic Is on the Menu at “Ojamajo Doremi” Collab Café

December 15, 2017 4:50am CST
HARAJUKU BOX CAFE&SPACE pays tribute to the magical girl favorite.

Earth Star Dream Idol Group Goes on Hiatus

posted on 2017-12-15 12:40 EST
3 of 6 current members graduate in December

“Azur Lane” Offers Amazing Prize: Actually Getting Paid for Your Art

December 17, 2017 1:32am CST
Winners of Pixiv contest will split screen time and 2.3 million yen in prize money.

Voice Actress Yurika Endō to Retire From Entertainment Career in May

posted on 2017-12-17 06:40 EST
BanG Dream!/Angel’s 3Piece cast member looking into solo concert before then

Campaign Offers Vending Machines Voiced by Ayana Tatetatsu, Signed Prizes

posted on 2017-12-17 16:45 EST by Jennifer Sherman

“Volume 333” Book will be Offered in Tokyo One Piece Tower 3rd Anniversary

December 18, 2017 3:10am CST
The first permanent indoor theme park dedicated to the “One Piece” franchise opened on March 13, 2015

‘Shōnen’ Isn’t Just for Boys at Shōnen Jump Festa 2018

posted on 2017-12-18 13:45 EST by Kim Morrissy
Droves of female fans and gamers came out for the multi-day event

Pokémon’s Bill Joins the Dark Side at Jump Festa

posted on 2017-12-19 16:45 EST by Lynzee Loveridge

7-Eleven Make-Up Boys Will Help You Look Your Best

posted on 2017-12-19 18:45 EST by Lynzee Loveridge

Hatsune Miku Supports Quake-Hit Northeast Japan With AR

posted on 2017-12-19 19:45 EST by Jennifer Sherman

Birthday Event for “Re:Zero” Twin Sisters Ram and Rem to be Held in Shibuya, Tokyo

December 20, 2017 3:30am CST
Tappei Nagatsuki’s newly written novel book will be given for purchases of 3,000 yen or more

“Aria” Cosplayer Lives the Dream on Venice Gondola

December 20, 2017 5:19pm CST
Healing sci-fi inspired 2005 anime

Gunma Toyota Dealership Turns Heads with Cyborg Centaur Mascot

December 20, 2017 6:12pm CST
Meet Mako Shimano, official mascot character, and her G.U.M.B.A. robotic prosthesis

m-flo Reunites With Singer LISA After 15 Years

posted on 2017-12-21 01:00 EST
LISA left group in 2002

Universal Studios Japan will Debut “Sailor Moon The Miracle 4-D” Theater Show on March 16, 2018

December 21, 2017 4:55am CST
Original dishes inspired by the franchise will be available from January 19

Dwango Chairman Nobuo Kawakami Steps Down, Takes Up New Position as Director & CTO

posted on 2017-12-21 08:00 EST
Kawakami founded Dwango in 1997

“Your Name”, Makoto Shinkai, and the Future of Japanese Anime

December 21, 2017 2:01pm CST
An interview with Kazuki Sunami, Managing Director at CoMix Wave Films

“Parasyte” Director, “Your Name.” Producer Join Tokyo Olympic/Paralympic Planning Team

December 22, 2017 2:55am EST
Mansai Nomura (Shin Godzilla motion capture actor) is also appointed

Space Brothers, JAXA Astronauts Collaborate for Tokyo’s 2020 Olympics

posted on 2017-12-22 14:45 EST by Jennifer Sherman

New JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Exhibit Features New Illustrations in Summer 2018

posted on 2017-12-22 16:45 EST by Jennifer Sherman

Yuuki Kaji, Junichi Suwabe Lead Pocky Anthropomorphization Project

posted on 2017-12-22 17:45 EST by Jennifer Sherman

Kamen Joshi Sets Idol Industry Record With 3 Million Facebook Followers

Dec 22nd 2017

Comiket 98 in 2020 to be Held During Golden Week at Tokyo Big Sight

posted on 2017-12-23 06:00 EST
Event to be part of larger “Doujin Japan 2020” project

AR Idol Girls: Downloads and Casting Calls

December 23, 2017 1:12am EST
Sora Tokino jumps to your phone, and ROBOKO is looking for an actress.

Watch Anison Vocal Unit Mia REGINA’s Latest MV “Yes or Yes”

December 23, 2017 3:10am EST
“Aikatsu!” singer group’s mini album “YES or NOstalgic!!!” was released on December 13

Virtual Japanese YouTuber Raises Eyebrows Overseas

posted on 2017-12-23 13:45 EST by Jennifer Sherman

Good Smile Racing Rolls Out a Sporty 2018 Design for Hatsune Miku

December 23, 2017 7:58pm CST
Animator / illustrator / musician Hiroyuki Oda (aka Hiro Kanzaki, aka HanaSoumenP) helms Racing Miku’s new look

“Fate/Grand Order” x Sanrio Collab Ascends to Cafe Status

December 24, 2017 12:35am CST
Sweet food and goods coming to Tokyo and Osaka.

2020 Olympics Will Bump Comiket to Golden Week

December 24, 2017 1:29am CST
Summer event falls back to spring.

Don’t Be a Titan, Cover Your Cough and Sneezes!

posted on 2017-12-24 17:45 EST by Lynzee Loveridge

“Fairy Tail” Author Wraps up Holidays with Christmas Art

December 24, 2017 8:40pm CST
It’s been a big year for Fairy Tail with the July conclusion to Hiro Mashima’s manga and May’s Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry anime movie

“March Comes in like a Lion” Manga Author Sketches Other Shaft Anime Heroines

December 25, 2017 5:08pm CST
Shaft’s adaptation of “Lion” continues into winter

Onsen in Japan uses the same mysterious hot spring bathing system from Ghibli film Spirited Away

December 26, 2017 / Sora News 24
This is one of the most unusual hot springs in the country.

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Japanese arcade owner arrested for allegedly rigging crane games to be unwinnable

December 26, 2017 / Sora News 24
Japan’s first-ever crane game fraud investigation claims arcades used secret setting so prizes could only be won in employee demonstrations.

Ramen with sweet red beans and whipped cream is ready to satisfy your sweet/crazy tooth

December 26, 2017 / Sora News 24
Dinner and dessert, all rolled into one!

Intrepid Biking Otaku Sets His Sights on Winter Comiket

posted on 2017-12-26 14:45 EST

Yuri on Ice!! Could Take TAAF Awards for 2nd Year

posted on 2017-12-26 18:45 EST

Kemono Friends Director Tatsuki is a Penguin at Twitter Trends Grand Prix 2017

posted on 2017-12-26 19:45 EST

Princess Jellyfish Manga Creator Akiko Higashimura Reveals April Divorce

posted on 2017-12-26 17:45 EST by Jennifer Sherman

Watch Nana Mizuki’s New Music Video “Suiren” from Best Album “THE MUSEUM III”

December 26, 2017 6:50pm CST
17-song album will be available at stores on January 10, 2018