Arts and Culture
5 of the Best Japanese Manga for 2019
Solid writing and incredibly original ideas make these titles required reading.
By Limarc Ambalina 7 min read
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.
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 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!
A Race Across Japan to See its Last Original Castles
A cross-country culture trip through Japanese history was slightly mad but changed the way I travel.
6 Recommended Places to See the First Sunrise of 2019 in Japan
An awesome tradition in Japan is "hatsuhinode," or viewing the first sunrise of the New Year.
5 Innovative Genre Filmmakers from Japan
Feel the pulse of anime, J-horror, samurai and yakuza movies with these celebrated Japanese directors.
6 Reasons to Visit the Tokyo International Film Festival
From celebrity sightings to movie premieres to this year’s Godzilla Fest (and more), this year’s TIFF venues in Roppongi and Chiyoda are where it’s at.
5 Easy Manga for Japanese Learners
Want to try your hand at reading Japanese comics? Here are five titles to get you started.
Akira Kurosawa: 5 Essential Movies from Japan’s Greatest Filmmaker
You know his name and might be aware of his pervasive influence but how many of the maestro’s movies have you seen?
Life is Just a Final Fantasy: 5 Japanese RPG Series Every Gamer Should Try
Looking to pick up a new title for your console? Before you spend your money, check out our top five recommended Japanese role-playing games.
