The winners of the Japan Character Award 2026 have been revealed, recognizing some of the most successful licensed brands and character properties in the Japanese entertainment industry.
A major anniversary initiative has been unveiled to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sunrise, the legendary animation studio responsible for hundreds of anime titles spanning multiple generations of fans.
A major new Pokémon-themed travel campaign has been announced, offering fans a variety of exclusive activities, collectible rewards, and limited-edition merchandise throughout the summer.
A special collaboration between the TV anime The Apothecary Diaries and Tokyo City View will take place at the Tokyo City View observation deck within Roppongi Hills from August 1 through October 26, 2026..
Fans visiting Tokyo's famous Unicorn Gundam statue will soon be able to experience the landmark attraction in a unique new form as a special farewell presentation has been announced.
A new collaboration between Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and bakery chain Heart Bread Antique has been announced, bringing fans an extensive range of character-inspired breads, desserts, merchandise, and exclusive promotional items.
Premium Japanese confectionery brand Yoku Moku has unveiled a new dessert called "COO-CHE," raising eyebrows amongst English speakers due to its similarity when spoken to a common slang term.
A special collaboration event has been announced to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Jujutsu Kaisen anime, with activities set to take place at Haneda Airport Garden, the large commercial complex directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3.