In the new drama Kiss Or Die, Gekidan Hitori is forced by Tsukino Luna to drink a mysterious drug that turns his most beloved pastimes into objects of hatred.

In this video, we preview the September performances at the Kabuki-za. (Kabuki In-Depth)

As Hikaru's past actions return to haunt him, Yoshiki makes his stance clear when it comes to teaching Hikaru the value of life. (Netflix Anime)

Slated for a nationwide release in 2026, 'The Girl at the End of the Line' is written and directed by Kota Yoshida and adapted from Asako Yuzuki’s novel 『終点のあの子』 (Bunshun Bunko), with a cast led by Ami Toma, Sena Nakajima, Kokoro Hirasawa, and Kotona Minami.

A “Demon Slayer” craze is sweeping the United States. Advance screenings of the theatrical feature “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba — Infinity Castle Arc, Chapter 1: Akaza Returns” have been held at multiple cinemas in New York, drawing enthusiastic crowds.

Today we look at two very different major news for the future of kabuki. (Kabuki In-Depth)

In this video, we discuss why gaming channels are covering gaming less and less, in many cases pivoting away entirely. (Lady Decade)

Restoration work of cultural exchange is thriving in Brisbane, where an event introducing Japanese food and culture was held on September 6th, attracting around 20,000 visitors. "The situation is worse than we imagined," said one organizer, noting how unexpectedly large the turnout had become.

The Netflix Series BAKI-DOU starts streaming in 2026 on Netflix.

High school sophomore Aoi Yamashita, celebrated as the "genius hyottoko boy" for his otherworldly sharpness, dominated every category in the kids’ division of the national championships while still in elementary school. His absence this year has become both a challenge and an inspiration for the younger dancers who look up to him.

Singer Yukio Hashi has died on September 4th at the age of 82, his management company announced.

Director Mamoru Hosoda’s new anime film Endless Scarlet was officially screened at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on September 4th, where it received thunderous applause from the audience.

On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, the Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and the Governor of the Bank of Japan Kazuo Ueda had a meeting to discuss the economic situation, prices, and financial markets.

Japan's tourism sector is on a remarkable upswing, with international visitors returning to the country in droves. In the first half of 2025 alone, over 18 million tourists arrived, signaling a resurgence after the challenges of the pandemic.

In today's video, we discuss the console wars and why they will never die. (Lady Decade)

This week, we explore 10 kabuki plays particularly easy to enjoy for both beginners and longtime kabuki fans! (Kabuki In-Depth)

Get your fill of binge-worthy titles in September!

The Osaka Shochikuza Building in Dotonbori, Osaka’s Minami district, will close in 2026, prompting fans to voice their regret at the decision. The theatre has been a hub for kabuki and musicals and will bring down the curtain on more than a century of history.

The Tokyo Toy Show opened on August 28, spotlighting “nostalgic yet new” products even as the latest releases filled the exhibition halls. One standout was the revival of the Showa-era “supercar bicycle,” updated for today.

Japan’s consumer-electronics leaders, long associated with engineering prowess, face a radically altered global landscape. Once-defining products—Sharp’s all-transistor calculators and wall-mounted TVs, Sony’s Walkman, Panasonic’s image-stabilized camcorders and keep-warm rice cookers—are now symbols of a past era as companies pivot and rivals surge.

After driving away ghosts using homemade holy water, Senshi discovers that it makes delicious ice cream as well. (Netflix Anime)

Gilyak Amagasaki, a street performer from Hakodate, continues to dance on public streets at the age of 95, presenting his signature performance in Sapporo on August 24.

A Japan-focused anime event in New York, the four-day showcase Anime NYC, drew more than 140,000 attendees and featured sales of anime merchandise, concerts, and crowds of fans posing for photos in costume.

It is time to have a look at the July bunraku performance at the National Bunraku Theatre in Osaka! (Kabuki In-Depth)

This video compiles Japan's most infamous social media incidents over the years, uncovering the dark side of online culture, disturbing internet mysteries, and unsettling stories that now spread awareness with the grim lessons they carry. (Sakura Stardust)