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5 Movies Based on Japanese Anime and Video Games Coming in 2019
These anxiously awaited movies should be popular with super fans and do their source material justice.
By Limarc Ambalina 7 min read
‘Ohmu-raisu’ The Punny Food Trend on Twitter Inspired by Studio Ghibli
One bad dad joke has created a terrifying new version of Japanese omelet rice.
Here Are The Most Shared Submissions from Twitter Japan’s Cat Photo Fail Contest
In celebration of Cat Day on Feb. 22 in Japan we now have these gems.
5 Japanese Films to Put You in the Oscars Mood
Have a personal Academy screening at home with these awards-worthy drama features from Japan.
Netflix’s Rea(L)ove: The Raunchy Japanese Dating Show You’ll Binge in A Day
If Terrace House is the prima donna of Japanese reality TV, then Rea(L)ove is the evil understudy about to sell a scandal to the tabloids.
5 Japanese Sci-Fi Anime to Fill Your ‘Black Mirror’ Void
From romance to action and even sci-fi horror — this list of anime titles has it all.
Netflix’s Queer Eye is Filming Episodes in Japan Right Now
Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaas!
5 Misconceptions About Shibari, Japanese Rope Bondage
Think shibari is only for freaks and sadists? Think again!
‘I can do it in robes’ Twitter protest by Japanese monks goes viral
Juggling, skipping and drumming monks call out police and prove holy dress is no hindrance.
Here’s What Japanese People Really Think About Marie Kondo
KonMari has gained a cult following abroad but locals ain’t buying.
Seven Bank to Introduce Facial Recognition to its ATMs
Purikura-esque filters and stickers as-yet unannounced.
People in Osaka Really Hate Train Station Redesigns
So much so they've issued a petition against Osaka Metro.
