The five-person shortlist for a prestigious Japanese literary award is comprised entirely of women for the first time in its nearly 90-year history. (NHK)

With us having finally covered the real history of the fascinating figure that is Miyamoto Musashi, it is at last time to examine one of the most thrilling portrayals of him ever brought to film: "The Samurai Trilogy". A classic series of films starring the legendary Toshiro Mifune as Musashi himself! (The Shogunate)

After tracking down a source in California, Major Motoko Kusanagi and the Section 9 crew head back to Tokyo as the posthuman threat grows bolder. (Netflix Anime)

The Tokyo Toy Show has opened after three years of hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. Some makers have given fresh features to classic items in an attempt to attract a wide range of generations as the country faces a declining number of children. (NHK)

Four hundred years since the collapse of modern civilization, the world is dominated by the chaos of swords and sorcery. (Netflix Anime)

Make You Relax and For Sleep (ND-Music)

For many years most forms of gambling were unlawful in Japan with lottery tickets, some sports betting and Pachinko being the only options for those Japanese residents who wanted to have a bet or wager. (newsonjapan.com)

Keiji Muto, better known as The Great Muta to wrestling fans around the world, is set to retire from active competition after 40 years of performing. (arabnews.com)

The Major and other members of Section 9 face off against a posthuman in an intense highway battle. (Netflix Anime)

Just look at that glorious Studio Ghibli food. Just look at it. (Netflix Anime)

This video is a compilation of adorable, memorable moments about a romantic relationship with the best anime girls. (H - Studio)

レオベガスの出金手続きは迅速かつ簡単です。有効な銀行口座やその他のオンライン決済システムを入力し、最低引き出し額を選択した後、いくつかの確認ステップを踏む必要があります。 (newsonjapan.com)

Hit by a truck when he was 17 years old, Takafumi's uncle suddenly awakens from a coma that lasted 17 years. (Netflix Anime)

Some people are born into riches and are destined to live lavish lives. Others, like myself, were unfortunately born into poverty. ( ETU - Animated Stories)

Ranking the top new anime in the Spring 2022 Anime Season. ( Echidnut)

After 25 years and 490 million copies sold worldwide, the beloved Japanese manga “One Piece” is entering its final chapter, according to its creator Eiichiro Oda. (hurriyetdailynews.com)

It compares favorably among competitors with a list that includes offers for handicap and total with the possibility of a return or half-return: a huge range of buying by handicap and total, which allows you to increase your chances of winning or improve the odds. (newsonjapan.com)

Get a first look at the sets of One Piece. Actor Inaki Godoy and showrunners Steven Maeda and Matt Owens introduce a behind the scenes glimpse into bringing the world of One Piece to life. ( Netflix Anime)

ライブ カジノは今となってはオンラインカジノに必須なコンテンツとなっています。 (newsonjapan.com)

One of the famous subcultures that are prevalent in Japan is male host entertainment. "Hosuto Kurabu," or the male host club, are nightclubs in Japan that provide male entertainment and companionship to women at these nightclubs. (allkpop.com)

Nobuyuki Idei, former chairman and group CEO of Sony Group, has died of liver failure at age 84, the company announced Tuesday. (Nikkei)

競馬は現在日本で老若男女問わず人気のスポーツです。そして、日本政府が認めるギャンブルとして多くの日本人が愛してやまない娯楽の一つです。この記事では競馬の起源と歴史について詳しく解説します。 (newsonjapan.com)

Our monthly preview of the upcoming kabuki performances will cover this time shows at the Kabuki-za and National Theatre in Tokyo, the Hakata-za theatre in Fukuoka, and one tours and several galas and special performances. (Kabuki In-Depth)

The anime “KAKEGURUI TWIN” is a spin-off series focusing on the protagonist Mary Saotome, and is based on the popular manga serialized in Gangan Joker, which also runs the main story. (Netflix Anime)

The third feature-length anime film from Studio Colorido, known for “Penguin Highway,” which was nominated for Best Animation at the 42nd Japan Academy Film Prize, and "A Whisker Away." (Netflix Japan)