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Naruto Studio President: "We Almost Had to Cancel the Series During the 2011 Earthquake"
The president of Naruto's studio Pierrot, Michiyuki Honma, reveals how the 2011 Japanese Earthquake almost forced the studio to shut down completely.
Pokémon Invites You to Play With Your Food With New Rayquaza Noodle Slide
Pokémon releases a new piece of merchandise to beat the summer heat: a themed somen noodle slide featuring an imposing Rayquaza.
10 Greatest Japanese Actors Of All Time
Japan has a rich cinematic history that includes some of the greatest actors of all time.
The 10 Best Samurai Films of All Time, Ranked
The Samurai genre is one of Hollywood's oldest and bests and movies like Seven Samurai and Yojimbo help to define the genre.
Deluxe Hotel Offers Summer-Long Jujutsu Kaisen Concept Rooms
New Jujutsu Kaisen-themed hotel rooms are welcoming guests this summer, as announced by a deluxe hotel for fans of the franchise.
Love Hina Creator: Government Will Consider AI Protection for Manga Artists
Love Hina creator and politician Ken Akamatsu discusses how the Japanese government is reconsidering its policies concerning copyright and AI art.
Guinness World Records Crowns the World's Largest Anime Store
With 10 floors dedicated to anime, manga and otaku culture, one shop has officially been crowned the biggest anime store in the world.
"Stuck in a Cycle": Anime Veteran Reveals Why Most Animators Can't Have Stable Jobs
Kingdom animation director Jun Arai reveals why those in the anime industry are stuck in the "cycle" of not being able to have permanent jobs.
Japan Airlines Goes Viral Over Jujutsu Kaisen Official TikTok Video
Japan Airlines is officially jumping on the Jujutsu Kaisen craze with a viral TikTok video set to the anime's Season 2 opening theme.
McDonald's Reveals Its New Kirby and Sanrio Happy Meal Toys
McDonald's Japan unveils two sets of its upcoming new Happy Meal toys, featuring adorable Kirby plushies and toys inspired by Sanrio's Pompompurin.
Anime Association: "40% of Us Make Less Than $16K a Year"
The Nippon Anime & Film Culture Association (NAFCA) has published findings from a survey of over 300 animators -- with the results proving bleak.
Ghibli, Gundam and More Anime Transformed Into Icy Works of Art at Sapporo Snow Festival
The 2024 Sapporo Snow Festival honors the world of anime with stunning icy works of art inspired by Gundam, Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away and more.
Jujutsu Kaisen's Official Yuji and Gojo Snow Sculpture Is a Massive Work of Art
A jaw-dropping snow sculpture of Yuji Itadori and Satoru Gojo from Jujutsu Kaisen has been created for the recent Snow Festival 2024 event.
New Sailor Moon Manhole Covers Blend Gorgeous Old-School Art With Real-Life Locations
Sailor Moon is transitioning over to reality with themed manhole covers featuring official art from the hit franchise, in gorgeous retro manga style.
McDonald's Unveils Its Newest Pokémon Happy Meal Toys
McDonald's Japan has revealed its new Happy Meal toys for the fast-food giant's upcoming Pokémon collaboration.
The Apothecary Diaries Gets Endorsed by the Japanese Government
The Apothecary Diaries receives a shock endorsement by the Japanese government, featuring on the front cover of its public relations magazine.
Demon Slayer Producer: Nobody Can Compete With Japan's Output – Here's Why
Atsuhiro Iwakami, CEO of Demon Slayer producers Aniplex, says that Japan's output in producing unique characters and worldviews is unrivalled.
Dragon Ball's Akira Toriyama Designs New Logo for His Own City
In honor of a major city in his home prefecture, Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama designs a new samurai-themed logo for the region.
Anime Insider: Japan Discriminates Against Chinese Animators – That’s Why They'll Pass Us
An anime insider has launched a scathing takedown of the Japanese anime industry's discrimination against animators subcontracted from China.
Japan Think Tank: Government Intervention Must Improve Anime Industry Labor Conditions
A new report suggests drastic solutions to a dire problem that's currently undercutting Japan's struggling animation industry.