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Caught off guard by Loid's kind words, Yor reacts... in an unexpected way. (Netflix Anime)
It is time to look ahead at 2025, starting with the January show at the Kabuki-za. (Kabuki In-Depth)
An exhibition commemorating the 60th anniversary of "The Drifters" has opened in Fukuoka City on December 27th.
The Medicine Seller unveils the Sacred Sword and explains the conditions for its use. (Netflix Anime)
The Japanese entertainment sector has exerted a powerful influence on different aspects of global trends for the past few decades.
Matsumoto Hitoshi, one half of the comedy duo "Downtown," is planning to resume activities next spring through an independent platform, according to recent revelations.
This week, we have a look at the Genroku Chūshingura cycle, and its recently published English translation. (Kabuki In-Depth)
Azami has been acting strangely. When Kirie approaches her, Azami says, "Can you take a look at my face?" She then removes her hat, revealing a shocking sight.
As Momo, Okarun, and Turbo Granny investigate what happened to Jiji's family, they find themselves facing a series of bizarre encounters! (Netflix Japan)
The story follows Taro Sakamoto, a former legendary hitman who once struck fear into the underworld but has since retired to lead a quiet life as a family man. Overweight and unassuming, Sakamoto now runs a small convenience store with his wife and daughter. (Netflix Anime)
Sony announced plans to acquire a significant stake in publishing giant Kadokawa, investing approximately 50 billion yen to become its largest shareholder.
Gomah and Degesu watches the intense battle against Majin Buu through a monitor in a mysterious world. (Netflix Anime)
The novel Sunset Sunrise by Shuhei Nire has been adapted into a live-action drama starring Masaki Suda, known for works such as Cloud. The story follows a young man who relocates from Tokyo to a small town in the Sanriku region of northeastern Japan after his workplace adopts remote work policies.
As the mononoke's attacks become increasingly dangerous, the Medicine Seller must find the Reason before it's too late. (Netflix Anime)
As foreign tourist arrivals to Osaka are projected to reach a record high for the first time in five years, the city's Minami district is experiencing a surge in new business services. From the opening of a hotel with the largest number of rooms in western Japan to sumo viewing facilities and offerings that showcase Osaka throughout the day, the area is bustling with activity.
Popular idol group Snow Man is currently grappling with the issue of concert tickets being resold at exorbitant prices. The group's management, Starto Entertainment, has initiated requests for disclosure of seller information from ticket resale websites, with some platforms beginning to comply.
This week, we turn to the December program at the Minami-za in Kyoto. (Kabuki In-Depth)
Nara Prefecture is under fire for allocating 270 million yen ($1.75 million) in taxpayer money to host a free K-Pop concert at Nara Park next October. The event, expected to attract 9,000 attendees, will feature South Korean artists, with their fees and travel expenses covered by the Korean side. However, Nara will shoulder the operational costs.
In 2003, anime auteur Kon Satoshi released Tokyo Godfathers, an anime Christmas classic. Find out more about this socially and seasonally relevant film. (Unseen Japan)
In today's video, we look back at the original PlayStation and how, on the 30th anniversary of the brand, things now look very different, including how the PS5 Pro is perceived. (Lady Decade)
I'm taking my first look at the Japan Pack for Cities Skylines 2. I'll be attempting to create a realistic Japanese suburb taking inspiration from the Tarumi ward in Kobe, Japan. (Piccana)
The teaser for the 28th film in the beloved Detective Conan series shows Kogoro shedding tears while a crouching Gansuke clutches his invisible left eye in apparent agony.
This week, the focus on a outstanding supporting actor who sadly passed away last month. (Kabuki In-Depth)
Over the last couple of years, there have been some sea changes in the online casino industry in Japan, considering developments in technology, changes in people's attitudes toward gambling and a continuously changing regulatory landscape.
Comedian Yuriyan Retriever, 34, is set to relocate to Las Vegas in five days, aiming to become a Hollywood star and a top comedian.