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Interview with Animation Creator Junichi Yamamoto [1/3]

No matter how miserable the world might seem, in the end, movies and anime give us hope.

A New Anime Series is the Focus of Attention! Studio Trigger Shares their Thoughts on the Work [2/3]

By now, we have arrived at the point of starting a TV series. In the past two years, we made Inferno Cop and Little Witch Academia, but I think this series will be the real challenge.

A New Anime Series is the Focus of Attention! Studio Trigger Shares Their Thoughts on the Work [1/3]

With the release of the completely original anime Little Witch Academia on YouTube still fresh in memory, Trigger, the animation studio that made the aformentioned anime, has announced that they are currently working on a new anime series.

“Eshi 100 Exhibit ” Showcases 100 Artists’ Beautiful Interpretations of Japan’s Seasons

The event “Eshi 100 Exhibit 03” was held from April 28 to May 6 at the Akihabara UDX Building’s Akiba Square in Tokyo, Japan.

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!

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Apr 18 2013 10:13

Doraemon Movie Series Surpasses 100 Million Viewers!

Doraemon Movie Series Surpasses 100 Million Viewers!

On March 9 of this year, Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Secret Gadget Museum released and started making history.

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Apr 18 2013 10:11

TV Anime “Uta no Prince-sama” Season 2 Campaign

TV Anime “Uta no Prince-sama” Season 2 Campaign

In commemoration of the start of Uta no Prince-sama: Maji Love 2000%, the anime shop Animate is holding a campaign until May 6.

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Apr 18 2013 10:10

“Gatchaman” Reborn as a Gag Anime!? “Zip! Good Morning Ninja Team Gatchaman” Releases on DVD

Zip! Good Morning Ninja Team Gatchaman was released on DVD on March 20.

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Apr 18 2013 10:05

Doraemon Named the Most Popular Character Among Children

Doraemon Named the Most Popular Character Among Children

Doraemon, the time-traveling robotic cat, was named the most popular character among children in Japan in December 2012.

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Apr 18 2013 10:03

Sales of “Sengoku Basara” Chocolate to Support Reconstruction in Ishinomaki

Sales of “Sengoku Basara” Chocolate to Support Reconstruction in Ishinomaki

The San Juan Ciocolata box is the latest in the Sengoku Basara series geared to reconstruction efforts following the Great East Japan Earthquake in March 2011.

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Apr 18 2013 10:02

Feature You and Your Friends on a Shonen Jump Cover with “Jump Camera!!”

Feature You and Your Friends on a Shonen Jump Cover with “Jump Camera!!”

Shueisha released their third iPhone app “Jump Camera!!” on March 24 on the iTunes Japan App Store!

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Apr 18 2013 09:43

Whose BIRTHDAY Is it Today?

Whose BIRTHDAY Is it Today?

Who celebrates their birthday within April 18-24?

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Apr 18 2013 09:33

American Comic Version of “Cyborg 009” to Release Simultaneously in Japan and America!

American Comic Version of “Cyborg 009” to Release Simultaneously in Japan and America!

The American comic version of Cyborg 009 to release simultaneously on July 19 in Japan and America has been a huge topic since it was announced at “Comic-Con International: San Diego” in the summer of 2012.

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Apr 18 2013 09:31

Twenty-one New Anime Broadcast on Nico Nico Channel and Nico Nico Live

Twenty-one New Anime Broadcast on Nico Nico Channel and Nico Nico Live

The video broadcasting sites Nico Nico Live and Nico Nico Channel have begun streaming the latest anime. With 21 new titles, every otaku is sure to find something to enjoy.

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Apr 18 2013 06:39

Spring 2013 Anime Season Trailers and Anime Summaries [2/2]

Our preview of this season’s anime continues!

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