Sanrio announces plans to open a large scale resort in Japan
Sanrio has officially announced a comprehensive plan to transform their existing Harmonyland theme park in Japan’s Oita Prefecture into a major entertainment resort.
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Daihatsu’s official Hatsune Miku car collab returns with a new model for the first time since 2021
Sales are set to begin for a new official car accessory package featuring the world-famous virtual singer, Hatsune Miku.
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Orchestra Concert heads to London in May 2026
Tickets are set to go on sale for an extraordinary live concert event celebrating the music of one of anime's most acclaimed recent series.
Monster Hunter drone show to take over Osaka skies this December
A spectacular new event has been announced that will bring the monsters of Capcom's latest hit game to the night sky.
JR Central looks to new AI translation service to combat foreign tourist confusion on the Shinkansen
Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) has announced a new trial for an artificial intelligence-based support service designed to assist foreign tourists.
Japan set to raise visa renewal fees for foreign residents by over 500%
The Japanese government is planning a substantial increase in visa issuance fees for foreign residents, which is scheduled to take effect in the next fiscal year.
SHONEN JUMP SHOP announces new pop-up store in New York
A new pop-up shop for fans of Shonen Jump manga and anime is set to open on the U.S. East Coast.
Japan’s iconic Suica Penguin mascot to be retired after 25 years
A major, and somewhat sad, announcement has been made by JR East regarding one of its most recognizable figures.
Tokyo’s new DRAGON BALL STORE announces visitor restrictions ahead of November grand opening
Toei Animation has revealed more details ahead of the opening of the "DRAGON BALL STORE TOKYO," a new permanent retail location for the iconic global franchise.
Japan is getting new Super Mario themed Shinkansen bullet trains from November 2025
A massive, region-wide collaboration has been announced between Nintendo's Super Mario and the JR Kyushu railway company.