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Anime tourism grows as visitors return to Japan
Plus: Experimenting with NFTs in the manga businesses; Saudi media group invests in anime production committees; Contracts in anime voice acting; and more
Anime tourism grows as visitors return to Japan
Plus: Experimenting with NFTs in manga businesses; Saudi media group invests in anime production committees; Contracts in anime voice acting; and more
Japan Tourism Continues to Boom
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As Tourism Abounds in Japan, So Do Unlicensed Taxis
With tourism booming in Japan, people are finding it tough to get around - and unlicensed taxi services are filling the gap.
As Twitter Goes Down, Japan Teases a Return to Mixi
A mixi revival?! Fears over Twitter's future since Elon Musk's takeover have led some in Japan to consider social messaging like it's 2004.
Tourism to Japan Soars, Exceeds Pre-Pandemic Levels
Japan is setting records for the number of tourists visiting - and it's doing this despite record low turnout from China.
Repeat Travelers: Why Visitors to Japan Love Coming Back
A new survey shows travelers in Taiwan and the US love making a second (or more) visit to Japan. Here's why - and where they're going.
Tourists Return to Japan – But Japan Stays Home
More and more people are coming to Japan, with some countries setting new records. So why isn't Japan returning the favor?
A Welcome to New Visitors
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PDF Travel Brochures and Resources For Visitors to Tokyo and Japan
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Virtual Tourism With Anime
By: Peggy Sue Wood | @pswediting At some point later this year I will likely be presenting on this topic at a local convention, and–as such– I’ve decided…
Writers are in high demand as manga grows
Plus: Nippon TV makes Studio Ghibli a subsidiary; Anime drove up sales of musical instruments; Anime and manga museum plan faces some resistance; and more
Writers are in high demand as manga grows
Plus: Nippon TV makes Studio Ghibli a subsidiary; Anime drove up sales of musical instruments; Anime and manga museum plan faces some resistance; and more
Writers are in high demand as manga grows
Plus: Nippon TV makes Studio Ghibli a subsidiary; Anime drove up sales of musical instruments; Anime and manga museum plan faces some resistance; and more
Japan (Finally!) Announces It’s Fully Open for Tourism
Japan is finally open for tourists again! Details on what's been changed - and when you can start packing your bags.
Tourist Areas in Japan Struggle with Ill-Mannered Visitors
Various spots in Japan - including a rail crossing made famous by the manga Slam Dunk - are dealing with obnoxious tourists. Again.
Overtourism in Japan and What It Means for Visitors
The recent influx of tourists has caused the government to introduce new measures to address overtourism in Japan.
Drawn to Anime! A Return to Art!
I can honestly say I don’t know how this happened. I don’t remember when or why I started watching anime/manga drawing tutorial videos on Youtube. Nor do I…
Taketomi & Tourism
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Opposition to consumption tax reform grows
Plus: Kadokawa plans a marketing presence push in North America; Shueisha promotes former Shonen Jump chief editor; Innovations drive digital manga growth; and more
Opposition to consumption tax reform grows
Plus: Kadokawa plans a marketing presence push in North America; Shueisha promotes former Shonen Jump chief editor; Innovations drive digital manga growth; and more
Opposition to consumption tax reform grows
Plus: Kadokawa plans a marketing presence push in North America; Shueisha promotes former Shonen Jump chief editor; Innovations drive digital manga growth; and more
Why Popular Anime Tourism Spots Want Otaku to Move In
Would YOU move to your favorite anime? Why some locales in Japan want to convert anime tourism into a longer-term relationship.
Return to Yamacon
For my second year in a row, I have made the Appalachian anime fanatic’s pilgrimage to Gatlinburg in the first week of December for Yamacon, in what has…
Return to Babylon
fun show Hi there. Yes, it’s time to get back to Babylon – the recently concluded TV anime based on a novel series by Nozaki Mado, everybody’s favorite…
Anime dependence on int'l market grows
Plus: Bones anime studio spins off animation department; Mandarake stays the course amid inbound tourism boom; Japan gets otaku prime minister; and more
Return to the Metaverse
I’m sure the idea of a “metaverse” seemed intriguing when Bandai and Sunrise greenlit the Gundam Build Metaverse ONA series. Now we can point at laugh at the whole…
Return to Maison Ikkoku
A look at all the differences between Tokyopop's version of Fruits Basket and Yen Press' Collector's Edition omnibus re-release.
Return to the Breaker
This update switches focus to the ONA series Gundam Breaker Battlogue. The following units have been upgraded to Burke’s expanded format: ASW-G-08-4X4 Gundam Barbataurus Enzian GNT-0000SDV Gundam 00 Command…
Why Visitors Aren’t Flocking to the Osaka 2025 Expo
Costs for Osaka Expo 2025 keep rising - but the ticket sales needed to cover them aren't happening. Will taxpayers be stuck with the bill?
How to Get Married in Japan as a Foreigner
So, you’ve met the man or woman of your dreams and finally decided to make it official. Here’s a guide on how to get married in Japan.
Anime makes a return to prime time television
Plus: Visual Arts sold to Chinese technology conglomerate; Japan's current webtoon market landscape; Young Magazine under criticism for manga cancellation; and more
Anime makes a return to prime time television
Plus: Visual Arts sold to Chinese technology conglomerate; Japan's current webtoon market landscape; Young Magazine under criticism for manga cancellation; and more
Anime makes a return to prime time television
Plus: Visual Arts sold to Chinese technology conglomerate; Japan's current webtoon market landscape; Young Magazine under criticism for manga cancellation; and more
Dragon Daddy Diaries: A Girl Grows to Greatness
Information for the light novel series Dragon Daddy Diaries: A Girl Grows to Greatness. The English release is from J-Novel Club
Tezuka Museum Tourism Video
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Review: Return to Dust (2022)
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Exchange Students to Japan Warn: Japan Isn’t Like Anime
A Japanese reporter asked exchange students what they thought about life in Japan. Their answers, she says, are sobering.
Goblin Slayer (Episode 3) – Unexpected Visitors
An unusual group of adventurers come searching for the Goblin Slayer as goblins are appearing in alarmingly large numbers and they need his help. But will he answer…
Spiraken Special Episode: Return to Classics- The Return of May-san!!!!
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Japan Might Be Fishless In 2050 As Catch Declines To Lowest
Japan is known for its seafood. But for how long? Experts warn that the island nation could find itself fishless in the next three decades.
How To Manage A Classroom in Japan as An English Teacher
Learn strategies to manage a classroom in Japan, including using praise, setting clear rules and using effective non-verbal cues.
Dragon Daddy Diaries: A Girl Grows to Greatness, Vol. 4
By Ameko Kaeruda and Sencha. Released in Japan as “Totsuzen Papa ni Natta Saikyou Dragon no Kosodate Nikki: Kawaii Musume, Honobono to Ningenkai Saikyou ni Sodatsu ” by…
Dragon Daddy Diaries: A Girl Grows to Greatness, Vol. 2
By Ameko Kaeruda and Sencha. Released in Japan as “Totsuzen Papa ni Natta Saikyou Dragon no Kosodate Nikki: Kawaii Musume, Honobono to Ningenkai Saikyou ni Sodatsu ” by…
Dragon Daddy Diaries: A Girl Grows to Greatness, Vol. 1
By Ameko Kaeruda and Sencha. Released in Japan as “Totsuzen Papa ni Natta Saikyou Dragon no Kosodate Nikki: Kawaii Musume, Honobono to Ningenkai Saikyou ni Sodatsu ” by…
Dragon Daddy Diaries: A Girl Grows to Greatness, Vol. 3
By Ameko Kaeruda and Sencha. Released in Japan as “Totsuzen Papa ni Natta Saikyou Dragon no Kosodate Nikki: Kawaii Musume, Honobono to Ningenkai Saikyou ni Sodatsu ” by…
Review: Where Nothing Grows (2022)
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To Your Eternity ep. 15 – Return
To Your Eternity is now more than halfway done and I'm still enjoying it. Tagging along with Fushi on his adventures is quite the ride!