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Welcome to Murakami Fest 2022! This is my first Murakami Fest in Japan since 2009, which is pretty wild. I kept this ridiculous project going for 12 years…
Make Believe Bonus: Songs Associated With Japan During The World Baseball Classic
*guitar solo as footage of Ichiro looking angry plays*
Crunchyroll is Letting Classic Anime Disappear
Classic, important anime are getting harder to watch by the day, and it's only gotten worse since Crunchyroll and Funimation merged. Fullmetal Alchemist 2003 is just the tip…
How Buy Baseball Tickets in Japan
For those who want to watch a Japanese baseball game, here are some ways you can buy baseball tickets in Japan.
Baseball Diplomacy: Babe Ruth in Japan
In 1934, Babe Ruth set off with a team of all-stars to visit faraway Japan. Their goal: hit some homers -- and prevent an all-out-war.
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.
Will Eat-in Spaces in Japan’s Combini Disappear?
FamilyMart has announced it'll shutter around a third of its eat-in spaces at stores. Will this move kickstart a trend?
Netflix Adds Ads as an Option
When streaming really started taking off, mainly thanks to streaming service Netflix, one of the biggest benefits both people and companies boasted was no ads. Of course, the…
Someone in Japan Tried to Give Away a TV. Then a Neighbor Complained
Want to recycle a TV in Japan? Think you can leave it out with a giant "free" sign on it until someone takes it? Well, think again.
Manga Influencers and Hoarding Culture
It's easy to get swept up and just want to buy all the manga we see. But is it really a good idea? And not just for your…
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.
Netflix Japan to Release Documentary on the Lucie Blackman Murder
Lucie Blackman was murdered in Japan 23 years ago. Now, a new Netflix documentary aims to re-tell the grisly story.
Netflix Japan to Release Documentary on the Lucie Blackman Murder
Lucie Blackman was murdered in Japan 23 years ago. Now, a new Netflix documentary aims to re-tell the grisly story.
Netflix Japan to Release Documentary on the Lucie Blackman Murder
Lucie Blackman was murdered in Japan 23 years ago. Now, a new Netflix documentary aims to re-tell the grisly story.
A Decade of Analog Broadcasts
This year marked Analog Housou’s 10th year on the internet. That’s right, the very first post on this now-antiquated Web 2.0 “blogging” platform was made on January 1st,…
Life as a Ski Instructor in Japan
Have you ever wanted to be a ski instructor in Japan? Here's what it's like to work on some of the best slopes in the world.
Sanrio shifts from Hello Kitty as she turns 50
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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
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
Netflix J-Dramas That Can Help You Understand Relationships in Japan
Whether it's swoon-worthy romance, quirky comedy or kitchen sink realism, these Netflix dramas reveal a lot about relationships in Japan.
7th Time Loop – 06 – The Princes Who Wanted to Disappear
I figured Theo using Elsie and Kamil to kidnap Rishe wasn’t going to go well for him. What I didn’t necessarily see coming was Rishe facilitating cathartic reconciliation between…
Finding a Home as a Foreigner in Japan
Finding a home as a foreigner in Japan can be tricky, but know that you're not alone. From owning to renting we cover all things real estate.
“Japan Comfort” in a doggy Doge world
The history of modern life is the Internet, the history of the Internet is memes, the history of memes is Japan -- and a certain Shiba Inu symbolizes…
Netflix to Release Sakamoto Days Anime in January 2025
Netflix have just announced the release details for Sakamoto Days anime adaptation. Based off the popular manga of the same name by Yuto Suz...
Kinoko, Takenoko to Get Smaller as Shrinkflation Continues to Terrorize Japan
Are you a Kinoko no Yama fan or a Takenoko no Sato fan? It doesn't matter - either way, you're gonna get less than what you paid for.
4 Reasons To Watch: Taisho Baseball Girls
They’re in a league of their own.
How To Retire In Japan
Do you want to know how to retire in Japan? Here is a simple strategy so you know exactly what to do and how to do it.
Unscrupulous Shops in Japan Target Tourists As Yen Weakens
The weak yen has made it more attractive than ever to travel to Japan - but some restaurants and stores are taking advantage of that.
"5 Reasons Dating in Japan SUCKS as a Foreigner"
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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.
Inbound Tourist Discounts Ending in Japan As Locals Protest
It used to be you could get into some key cultural attractions in Japan as a tourist at a discount. Here's why those days may be over.
Megan Thee Stallion Cosplays as Jolyne Cujoh in Japan
American rapper Megan Thee Stallion shares photos of her new Jolyne Cujoh cosplay just before she leaves Japan.
Hafu: Dating As A ‘Half Japanese’ Woman In Japan
What it’s like to date in Japan—a halfie’s perspective.
As Gender Equality Advances in Japan, “Miss Contests” Fade
Okinawa is retiring its "Miss Contest" - but it's not the only prefecture revisiting the beauty pageant concept.
1980s anime original broadcasts with subtitled commercials!
Most of you probably know me primarily from my work in subtitling old Japanese television, but that’s just a subset of the video collecting hobby I’ve been pursuing…
Pure TokyoScope Podcast 160: Netflix x MAPPA x Anime! Akihabara Renovations! Sony to Spin off TV Business!
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As Seen on TV: 4 Songs from Summer Dramas
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JOJO WORLD 3 Event Starts in April 2025 in Japan
Bandai Namco is launching the event JOJO WORLD 3 with new minigames, attractions, and goods. It starts on April 4, 2025 in Tokyo, Japan.
JOJO WORLD Quizzes Event Starts in March 2024 in Japan
Bandai Namco is launching a new event, JOJO WORLD Quizzes, nationwide in Japan, starting on March 1, 2024.
WEAK HERO CLASS 1 to stream on Netflix in March
"Weak Hero Class 1" will stream on Netflix on March 25 and fans can watch how Yeon Sieun fights his way out of some difficult situations.
Netflix Series “ULTRAMAN” To End with 3rd Season in 2023
The sophomore season of the Netflix series ULTRAMAN dropped last week, three years after the first. But it looks like we won’t have to wait for another three…
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.
Taisho Baseball Girls
We’re back and with new guest! I’m joined by returning champion Ink (@AnimatedInk) from Ani-Gamers, the Fandom...
Taisho Baseball Girls
We’re back and with new guest! I’m joined by returning champion Ink (@AnimatedInk) from Ani-Gamers, the Fandom Post, and Otaku USA and Kate (@narutakiRT) of the Reverse Thieves…
Japan’s Imperial Family Are Becoming Social Media Influencers?!
The Japanese Imperial family is joining Instagram. Their account goes live on April 1st.
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Rice Prices Up 90% in Japan as Crop Crisis Continues
It's getting more expensive to eat rice in Japan, with prices nearly doubling. Will a release of strategic reserves help?