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What? You Haven’t Played “Hello Kitty World” Yet?! Create and Visit Your Dream Amusement Park Now!

The dreamy iPhone game app *Hello Kitty World* allow you to visit and play within the adorable world of Hello Kitty at any time.

“Short Peace,” Katsuhiro Otomo’s First New Anime Work in Nine Years, to Release This Summer!

After nine years since *Steamboy*, a new anime film by Katsuhiro Otomo, who is known for creating *Akira*, has been announced.

"Amuroch x Usavich" Frames Are Now Available on Otaku Camera!

On May 20, "Amuroch x Usavich" frames became available on Tokyo Otaku Mode’s free camera app for Android and iOS devices, Otaku Camera.

Former Game Consoles Reborn as Clothes and Bags?! Segakawaii Announcement Event Excites Fans!

In the middle of April, the start of a new licensing brand between Sega, a game company well-known for series such as *Sonic* and *Virtua Fighter*, and the popular brand Galaxxxy was announced. The name of this new endeavour is Segakawaii.

Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [4/4]

What is the “Angel’s Fossil” that was dug out from the movie?

Completely Immerse Yourself in the World of Manga at Tachikawa Manga Park!

The Tachikawa Manga Park was created with a love of enjoying manga in mind. On March 20, the park opened on the second floor of the Tachikawa Children’s Future Center in Tachikawa, Tokyo.

Ennichisai 2013 to be Held Soon in Indonesia! Japanese Convenience Store Lawson to Participate!

Ennichisai 2013 will be held from May 25-26 at Blok M in Jakarta Selatan, Jakarta, Indonesia.

Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [3/4]

If you don’t end it, it won’t start - gazing at the unfinished past.

World-Wide Anticipated “Ghost in the Shell: Arise Border 1: Ghost Pain” Trailer Released!

The new *Ghost in the Shell* anime film series has kicked off with a trailer!

This Weekend, the Strongest Will Finally Be Decided at the “Arc Revolution Cup”!

“Arc System Works Festival” (also known as “Arc Fes”) is finally drawing near. This beat ‘em up game festival will be held this weekend from May 18-19 in Japan.

Hatsune Miku x Edo x Onsen?! TOM Checks Out the “Spring Oedo Onsen Monogatari Hatsune Miku Festival”

Upon hearing that Oedo Onsen Monogatari was collaborating with the Japanese pop culture icon Hatsune Miku’s song “Senbonzakura,” we went to investigate right away.

A Cute and Cool Character Has Been Born! Famous Anime Studio Collaborates with Singer Namie Amuro

The project “Amuro Meets Tatsunoko” featured the creation of a new character by Tatsunoko Production.

Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [2/4]

If the nine scattered heroes joined forces now, what significance would it have?

Life-Size Miku Statue Displayed at Hatsune Miku Illustration and Art Exhibit in Akihabara!

From March 9 to April 7, the “Hatsune Miku Illustration and Art Exhibit feat. Precious Memories” was held at the “Tokyo Anime Center with Aru Aru City” in the Akihabara UDX Building.

Voice Stars Speak Out! Interview with Voice Cast of the Anime "Gargantia on the Verdurous Planet"!

We’ve received comments from the voice cast about the anime and their respective characters.

Use Magic to Hunt Demons! PS Vita Game “Soul Sacrifice” Releases Worldwide

The PS Vita game *Soul Sacrifice* has finally released worldwide!

Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [1/4]

Nine imperfect people combine their strengths and fight for the sake of a diverse world.

Meet DJ Kazu, a New Anime Song Columnist!

DJ Kazu, an artist who has been picking up attention in the world of anime songs, is a new columnist here on Tokyo Otaku Mode!

Two Amuros!? Artist Namie Amuro is Connected to a Famous Pilot in the Anime World!?

Did you know that singer Namie Amuro’s last name is connected to the world of anime?

DoKomi 2013: Germany’s Hottest Otaku Convention is Making History!

In only four years, DoKomi has become the third largest convention of its kind in Germany.

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May 1 2013 10:44

DJ Kazu Takes Over a Store in the Sacred Land of Anime Songs! Famous Music Echoes Through Akihabara

DJ Kazu Takes Over a Store in the Sacred Land of Anime Songs! Famous Music Echoes Through Akihabara

From April 30 - May 6 in front of Akihabara Gamers, a popular shop near Akihabara Station, DJ Kazu will set up a DJ booth and play various hit songs for those on their way to enjoy the streets of Akihabara.

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May 1 2013 09:30

Upcoming Stream of Pokémon Figures to Release Including a Palm-Sized Mewtwo!

Upcoming Stream of Pokémon Figures to Release Including a Palm-Sized Mewtwo!

On March 30, Bandai Collectors Division released the new Pokémon figure “D-Arts Mewtwo” for 3,990 yen (tax included).

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May 1 2013 09:30

Creator Interview: saaki [1/2]

Creator Interview: saaki [1/2]

Our creator interview series continues! This time, we interviewed TOM Special Creator saaki, who is known for her uniquely cute style. Read on for the interview!

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May 1 2013 09:30

Opening Theme to TV Anime “Attack on Titan” to Release on CD

The TV version of “Crimson Bow and Arrow,” the opening theme to the TV anime Attack on Titan that started earlier this month, was released on music distribution sites on April 9.

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May 1 2013 09:00

“NAC Ghost in the Shell: Arise DR Porsche” Revealed!

“NAC Ghost in the Shell: Arise DR Porsche” Revealed!

The latest Ghost in the Shell work, Ghost in the Shell: Arise, will begin this June.

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May 1 2013 09:00

“K-On!” is Becoming a Trading Card Arcade Game!

“K-On!” is Becoming a Trading Card Arcade Game!

The extremely popular anime K-On! is becoming a trading card arcade game called K-On! After School Rhythm Time.

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May 1 2013 09:00

Stamps Based on “Doraemon” Movies and Anime to be Released!

Stamps Based on “Doraemon” Movies and Anime to be Released!

Japan Post will be releasing Doraemon stamps on June 4.

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May 1 2013 08:30

Yukiyo Teramoto Makes Short Insert Anime for “Prefectural Office Hospitality Department: The Movie”

Yukiyo Teramoto Makes Short Insert Anime for “Prefectural Office Hospitality Department: The Movie”

A short anime to be inserted into Prefectural Office Hospitality Department: The Movie is being made by Yukiyo Teramoto, who is known for directing works in the Doraemon series.

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May 1 2013 08:30

Newest Trailers of the OVA “Saiyuki Gaiden Special Volume: Kouge no Sho” Release

The newest promotional trailer as well as a new deleted scene have been released for the OVA Saiyuki Gaiden Special Volume: Kouge no Sho, which went on sale on April 26.

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May 1 2013 08:30

User-Contributed Anime Database Site “Ani-me” Opens

User-Contributed Anime Database Site “Ani-me” Opens

TMS Entertainment has opened Ani-me, a web service where you can keep track and manage the anime you have watched.

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