Welcome to Tokyo’s newest attraction: Grand Hammer! This mega complex in Shinbashi has it all, including dining options to cultural activities from across Japan and a relaxing floor with a sauna and massage chairs (both open 24/7), as well as stylish karaoke, a rooftop BBQ, geisha, and... a club? (Japan by Food)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the way businesses and individuals interact with technology, and chatbots are at the forefront of this transformation.

Let's have a look at Kawatake Mokuami's masterpiece Gosho no Gorozō ("Gorozō the Gallant"), written for the actor Ichikawa Kodanji IV in 1864. (Kabuki In-Depth)

Introducing Netflix's must-see slate of anime, including films and series now streaming and coming in 2025. (Netflix Anime)

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)

TWICE, the globally popular K-pop girl group, is gearing up for a monumental achievement with their upcoming concerts at Nissan Stadium, Japan’s largest venue. Dubbed Road to Nissan Stadium, this journey highlights their incredible rise in the Japanese music industry, solidifying their status as one of the most influential K-pop acts in the country.

Famous Japanese horror stories, known as "Sharekowa" are similar to Western creepypasta. We're exploring several chilling tales, including "Chika no Maru Ana" about a mysterious underground religious facility, "Ryōmen-Sukuna," a legend of a cursed two-headed mummy, ", "Binoculars," which follows a terrifying late-night encounter with an unknown entity, and "Resort Inn," a story about a seaside resort hiding a horrific secret. (Sakura Stardust)

From cream puffs to ballpoint pens, Taro Sakamoto proves time and again that anything can be used as a weapon. (Netflix Anime)

This video focuses on the March hanagata show at the Minami-za in Kyoto. (Kabuki In-Depth)

Japan fashion magazine 'CLASSY.' has sparked a major controversy on social media, forcing the publication to issue a formal apology. The backlash stemmed from a special feature that depicted an affair between a nurse and a doctor, which many readers found offensive and inappropriate.

Professional athletes, just like ordinary people, like to relax over video games.

University student Saki appears to have a peaceful life with no apparent family issues, but deep inside, she carries a sense of loneliness. One day on campus, she encounters Rena and is instantly captivated.

In this video, we take a look at the March production of Kanadehon Chūshingura at the Kabuki-za! (Kabuki In-Depth)

A man who defies social norms and rises from humble origins to shape the cultural renaissance of 18th-century Japan.

Fukuoka Airport is set to undergo a major transformation with the addition of a large-scale commercial complex, announced on March 5th. The new facility, scheduled to open in the summer of 2027, will enhance the airport’s role as a gateway to both domestic and international destinations.

In response to cases where female customers were burdened with excessive debts and coerced into prostitution, the Japanese government approved an amendment to the Entertainment Business Law during a cabinet meeting on Thursday.

A tense phone call reaches the JR East Shinkansen Command Center. The message is clear: a bomb has been planted on the Tokyo-bound Hayabusa No. 60. If the train’s speed drops below 100 km/h, it will explode immediately...

Today's video will recap news from 2024 in the bunraku world, and cover the first show of the year. (Kabuki In-Depth)

Today, we focus once again on the new generation of young kabuki actors! (Kabuki In-Depth)

A support group aiding women in Shinjuku’s Kabukicho district has issued a warning that girls as young as 12 or 13 are being targeted for street prostitution.

A peculiar girl transforms into a cat to catch her crush's attention. But before she realizes it, the line between human and animal starts to blur.

In this video, we focus on the February kabuki show at the Shochiku-za in Osaka! (Kabuki In-Depth)

Japanese movie director Mizushiri Yoriko's "Ordinary Life" has won the runner-up Silver Bear Jury Prize at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival in the international short film section. (NHK)

The trailer for Otsukaresama has been released, offering a glimpse into the intertwined lives of Esun, a free-spirited and innocent soul, and Gwangsik, a devoted and sincere individual.

The 2024 anime season ended, and it left us with some of the best visuals and stories so far.