Did You Know that Animate Has a Cafe?
In Japan, Taiwan, and China, it’s general knowledge that Animate is a shop for anime goods. However, did you know that they also run a cafe?
A Mysterious World in Tilt-Shift Style - Creator Interview: Kimura Yoshinobu Vol. 2
We interviewed Kimura Yoshinobu, a creator who is gathering popularity with his unique work that combines figures with tilt-shift style backgrounds.
The World of Game Development: Interview with Game Conceptor Keiji Inafune on “Soul Sacrifice” [1/3]
We interviewed game conceptor Keiji Inafune to find out all about his new PS Vita game, Soul Sacrifice.
The Obsession with Hand-Drawn Background Art: Interview with Background Company Studio Pablo Vol. 2
Background images are indispensable parts of an anime. This is an interview with Studio Pablo, a studio obsessed with hand-drawn background art.
A Mysterious World in Tilt-Shift Style - Creator Interview: Kimura Yoshinobu Vol.1
Kimura Yoshinobu is a creator who combines tilt-shift photography with figures and creates work with a unique world.
In illustrator Fuumi’s work, there is a story and a dream packed inside.
International Tokyo Toy Show 2013, Japan’s Biggest Toy Trade Fair, Opens!
Themed around “toys that make the world smile,” Japan’s biggest toy trade fair, International Tokyo Toy Show 2013, is being held now at Tokyo Big Sight until June 16.
The Vital Background Art: Interview with Background Company Studio Pablo Vol. 1
Background images are indispensable parts of an anime. This is an interview with Studio Pablo, a studio obsessed with hand-drawn background art.
“Animelo Summer Live 2013 - Flag Nine-” Boundary-Crossing Concert to Be Held!
The biggest event of the anime song world, “Animelo Summer Live 2013 - Flag Nine-,” will be held over three days at the Saitama Super Arena from Aug. 23-25.
Cosplay Isn’t Just Showy Outfits! A Look Into the World of Shin’s Bewitching and Beautiful Costumes
From May 6-19 at Block House in Harajuku, Tokyo, the event “Akiba Optics Research Institute Harajuku Cosplay Photography Exhibit” was held.
"I always create a detailed scenario and a world for my works."
Newest Game in the “Tekken” Series, “Tekken Revolution,” Releases!
Earlier this spring, the rumored newest game in the Tekken series was revealed. Now, that game, titled Tekken Revolution, has finally been released.
“Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn” to Be Released This August!
It has been announced that Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn will be released on Aug. 27. The game will be released for the PC and PS3.
I think that normal boys long to be a guitar hero on TV, but I, in the same way as a normal girl, long to be a “cute girl.”
Interview with Director Makoto Shinkai on His New Work “The Garden of Words” (Vol.3)
We recently had the opportunity to sit down with director Makoto Shinkai, who is known for his works The Place Promised in Our Early Days, 5 Centimeters Per Second, and Children Who Chase Lost Voices, for an interview regarding his newest work, The Garden of Words.
Kenji Kamiyama × Dr Monroe × TOM Collaborative Products to Be Released to the World! [2/2]
Being in synch gives a collaboration its meaning.
Exhibit of Student Work from Anime and Manga Technical School is Held...in a Blood Donation Center?!
Recently, the Nihon Anime and Manga Technical School (JAM) began an exhibit in Akihabara of its students’ works. We went to check it out and were surprised to find that the venue is a blood donation center!
It’s Finally Been Decided! Who Won the Huge Beat ‘Em Up Game Tournament “Arc Revolution Cup”?!
The so-called main event at Arc System Works’ “Arc Fes,” an event held to commemorate the game maker’s 25th anniversary, was the finals of the “Arc Revolution Cup.”
Interview with Director Makoto Shinkai on His New Work “The Garden of Words” (Vol. 2)
We recently had the opportunity to sit down with director Makoto Shinkai for an interview regarding his newest work, The Garden of Words.
Creator Interview: Yoshimi OHTANI [2/2]
Yoshimi OHTANI, while looking for a job compatible with child raising, has started walking the road of an illustrator thanks to an unexpected chance. ...
May 19 2013 04:28
Interview with Kenji Kamiyama, Director of the Movie “009 Re:Cyborg” [4/4]
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What is the “Angel’s Fossil” that was dug out from the movie?
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May 19 2013 04:19
Miku Can Go for a Ride Atop Your Smartphone with New Earphone Jack Accessories!
New Hatsune Miku, Kagamine Rin, and Kagamine Len earphone jack accessories have been announced, and pre-orders are currently being accepted by Good Smile Company.
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May 19 2013 03:57
Undercover Pop-Up Store Opens on 3rd Floor of the Isetan Flagship Store in Shinjuku
From April 24-30, a pop-up store for the brand Undercover was opened on the third floor of Isetan Shinjuku.
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May 19 2013 03:53
Raising a Little Otaku? Enjoy “Evangelion” Baby Gear Together!
Goods featuring Angels from Rebuild of Evangelion are now available for the little otaku in your life from Geewhiz, a baby and kids brand that is charming and unique.
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May 19 2013 03:35
Comme des Garçons Comes to Estnation!
On April 25, Comme des Garçons opened a shop-in-shop on the first floor of the Estnation Roppongi Hills store.
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May 19 2013 03:34
NHK TV Documents Kyary Pamyu Pamyu World Tour
NHK General TV aired a documentary titled “Kyary Pamyu Pamyu Sensation! ~World Excited by World Tour Documentary~” of Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s concert tour in the U.S. on May 6.
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May 19 2013 03:27
Figure Artist Takayuki Takeya to Hold Exhibition
Famous Japanese figure artist Takayuki Takeya will hold an exhibition for the first time in 13 years at 3331 Arts Chiyoda in Akihabara, Tokyo beginning on June 1. The name of the exhibit is “Takayuki Takeya Works.”
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May 19 2013 03:24
Mastermind Japan x Be@rbrick No. 2 at Opaque Ginza
Series No. 2 of the Mastermind Japan x Be@rbrick collaboration named “Medicom Toy featuring Mastermind Japan 2nd” was available at The Style on the first floor of Opaque Ginza from April 24-30.
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May 19 2013 03:23
“The Prince of Tennis” Collaborates with Okinawa’s Famous Sweet “Chinsuko”
Jump Station Okinawa is the official shop of Weekly Shonen Jump in Okinawa. The Prince of Tennis chinsuko, which is being sold as a special item of the shop, is gathering attention on Twitter.
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May 18 2013 03:47
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.
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