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5 Updates to Know About Queer Eye: We’re in Japan! Coming to Netflix Nov. 1
The U.S. got Marie Kondo’ed. Now, it’s time for Japan to get Queer Eye’ed. Arigato, Netflix!
By Victoria Vlisides 5 min read
5 Must-Read Manga From the 90s You’ve (Probably) Never Heard Of
Essential 90s manga titles for a taste of dystopia, mystery, Sci-Fi, comedy and more.
The Popularity of Gay Manga in Japan: What are ‘Bara’ and ‘Yaoi’ and Who Are Its Fans?
Japanese manga and anime depicting gay sex have a huge fanbase here and abroad. So what's it all about?
Tokyo Game Show 2019: 5 Upcoming Game Releases to Watch out For
Our pick of the best games showcased this year.
5 of the Most Terrifying Japanese Mascots
Japan's "yuru-chara" are designed to boost the popularity of towns and attractions but these eye-watering designs may have the opposite effect.
Starbucks Get Fruity With New Line of Peach-Flavored Drinks
Unsurprisingly, everyone in Japan is peachy keen for the releases.
Netflix Japan: 10 Series to Binge in 2019
Turn on the AC, buy some ice cream, and check out these recommended titles on Japanese Netflix.
Netflix’s Aggretsuko: Why It’s So Relatable for Women in Japan
Sometimes death metal karaoke is the only stress relief for navigating Japan’s gender inequality.
What is the Meaning of Weeaboo or Weeb?
Ever wondered what, “being a weeb” or, “God I really hate weeaboos” means? Let us educate you on this popular internet slang.
Survey Reveals Japanese People’s Creative Uses for Rental Cars
There's a trend of customers returning rental cars with zero mileage on the clock. So what exactly are they using them for?
The ABCs of LGBT+ in Japan
A crash course in Japanese vocabulary to help you navigate all sexualities and genders under the LGBT rainbow 🌈.
Tenki No Ko (Weathering with You): The Story, Themes, and Music Revealed So Far
Your Name director Makoto Shinkai's new film hits theaters next Friday. So what can we expect?
