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Disney and Oriental Land Co., the company that owns and operates Tokyo Disney Resort, have announced that they have reached an agreement to bring year-round Disney-themed cruise vacations to Japan.
Street performances have given rise to numerous artists, with famous names like Yuzu and Kobukuro having started their careers on the streets. However, one of the 'sacred grounds' for street performances is currently facing an existential threat.
In this video, we focus on the upcoming Shūzansai performance of Yoshinogawa, one of the greatest and most spectacular scenes in the kabuki repertoire. (Kabuki In-Depth)
Japanese animation master Miyazaki Hayao has won this year's Ramon Magsaysay Award, also known as "Asia's Nobel Prize." He is being recognized not only for his film making, but also for his lifelong commitment to illuminating the human condition and inspiring the imagination of children. (NHK)
Grab your tissues and prepare for an unforgettable September as Studio Ghibli's Grave of the Fireflies makes its emotional debut on Netflix. (Netflix Anime)
Koichi Yamadera will be voicing the character of Beetlejuice in the Japanese-dubbed version of the upcoming movie 'Beetlejuice 2.' This sequel is a horror-comedy where Beetlejuice, a notorious troublemaker in the afterlife who runs a “bio-exorcist” business scaring humans, returns to cause chaos in the human world.
Love and Violence follows the story of Momoko, a woman trapped in a stifling marriage and a life dominated by her overbearing mother-in-law.
A major incident has occurred at the exhibition of world-renowned painter Shuzo Tamura (played by Koji Ishizaka). One of the displayed works was revealed to be a forgery. Who is the artist behind this counterfeit piece?
Who will be crowned champion in the long-anticipated match between Gensai Kuroki, The Devil Lance, and Agito Kanoh, Fang of Metsudo? (Netflix Anime)
In this video, we focus on the Harimaya tradition for the role of Benkei in Kanjinchō. (Kabuki In-Depth)
World of Warcraft (WoW) offers a vast and rewarding experience for players. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer, maximizing your rewards in WoW is essential for advancing in the game.
Looking for a day trip from Tokyo? Yokohama, Japan’s second most populous city, is super accessible by train from Tokyo. While it's often known for having Japan’s largest Chinatown, there’s so much more to explore in this vibrant city. (Japan by Food)
The trailer for the re-release of 'Birth of Kitaro: The Mystery of GeGeGe' has been unveiled, with the film set to hit theaters again on October 4. This new version delves deeper into the untold stories of the fathers, returning to the original vision imagined by the production team.
One by one, Sailor Moon’s friends and loved ones are targeted by a formidable new enemy who threatens to destroy everything and rule over the cosmos. (Netflix Anime)
Shohoku High School basketball team takes the court against the reigning champions - Sannoh Kogyo High School. Each member must push beyond their limits, working together as a team in their toughest match yet. (Netflix Anime)
A major Japanese anime event has opened in New York, attracting a large crowd of fans, many dressed in cosplay, in a tribute to manga artist Akira Toriyama, who passed away in March.
WOWOW has released the full trailer for its upcoming drama series, "Golden Kamuy: Hokkaido Tattoo Prisoner Arc," the sequel to the hit movie. The series, consisting of nine episodes, is set to premiere exclusively on WOWOW starting on Sunday, October 6.
'What if the perpetrator of a heinous crime was a former high school classmate?' Haruka Fukuhara will take on her first leading role in an ABEMA original drama.
A competition as fierce as a roaring inferno, and a clash as dazzling as a cascade of iridescent gems. On a hallowed night, the sparks ignited by warriors fall like stars, converging into the triumphant return of the sacred flame. (原神-Genshin-公式)
Orphans Seita (voiced by Tsutomu Tatsumi) and Setsuko (Ayano Shiraishi) fight for survival in post-World War II Japan. But society is harsh, and they come to the somber conclusion that they can neither escape the hardships of war nor find enough food to survive. Named the Best Animated Feature at the 1994 Chicago International Children's Film Festival, this film proves that not all anime tales are pixie-dust fantasies or brutal sci-fi standoffs. (Netflix Anime)
Kiyoshi Hikawa made his long-awaited return to the stage on August 17, holding the Tokyo leg of his concert tour at the Tokyo Garden Theater.
Canon is set to enter the entertainment business by leveraging mixed reality (MR) technology, which blends real and virtual imagery.
A new adventure unfolds on Future Island "Egghead," home to the lab of genius scientist Dr. Vegapunk. What awaits the Straw Hat crew there? (Netflix Anime)
Freelance announcer Yuri Kawaguchi has stirred controversy after her contract was terminated by her agency following a post about male body odor.