Japan introduces new fines for nuisance cyclists
Japan is set to introduce stricter regulations for bicycle riders with a revised road traffic law, which will take effect from early 2026.
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Ado begins world tour and announces new shows at Tokyo Dome
Chart-topping singer Ado has embarked on her highly anticipated second world tour, "Ado WORLD TOUR 2025 "Hibana" Powered by Crunchyroll".
Kagurabachi reaches manga milestone and announces special events
Shueisha has announced a significant milestone for the popular manga series "Kagurabachi", written by Takeru Hokazono.
Exclusive Yakuza game merch goes on sale at Don Quijote stores across Japan
Fans of the popular "Yakuza" video game series are in for a treat as exclusive merchandise will be released as part of a special collaboration with the popular discount store chain Don Quijote.
Yu-Gi-Oh!’s Obelisk the Tormentor joins model kit range from Bandai
BANDAI SPIRITS Hobby Division has unleashed its latest creation: the ‘Figure-rise Standard Amplified -The God of Obelisk Descends- Obelisk the Tormentor’ model kit.
Final Fantasy IX celebrates 25th Anniversary with new merch, including replica of Vivi’s hat
Square Enix has announced a new line of merchandise commemorating the 25th anniversary of the beloved role-playing game, Final Fantasy IX (FF9).
Wing Gundam Zero EW gets striking makeover for new model kit range from Bandai
From the acclaimed anime film "Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz," the iconic Wing Gundam Zero EW has been reimagined as part of a new brand of Gunpla figures.
Trump vs. Otaku: tariffs cause Good Smile Company to suspend US pre-orders and delay shipments
Good Smile Company, a major online retailer of Japanese figures and collectibles, has announced significant changes to US pre-order and shipping policies.
Hatsune Miku teams up with Akihabara curry restaurant for new collab
Hatsune Miku will once again be visiting an Akihabara based curry restaurant, with a new pop up event based on her ‘Racing Miku’ appearance opening this May.
Life-sized statues of VTuber Idols Fuwawa and Mococo Abyssgard go on display in Shibuya
Design COCO has brought the virtual world to life with the creation of life-sized figures of the wildly popular Hololive Production VTubers, Fuwawa Abyssgard and Mococo Abyssgard, in their "AXGRIT" versions.