Dec. 17, 2024
Let It Snow-taku Mode! - Bulletin #18
Season's Greetings from all of us at TOM! With Christmas upon us, let's look back at the time TOM Santa visited a lucky fan with anime figure presents!
INSIDER REPORT
Nov. 14, 2024
The TSS Strikes Back! - Bulletin #17
The holiday shopping season is upon us. Find out how TOM can help you save a buck or two!
Oct. 23, 2024
The TOM Team's Spooky Game Recommendations - Bulletin #16
Would you Hallo-WIN if you played these spine-tingling games handpicked by TOM's staff??
Sep. 22, 2024
10 Whole Years Working for Tokyo Otaku Mode! - Bulletin #15
This month, HypeMan celebrates 10 years on the TOM Team! Take in some of his musings and memories as he celebrates this momentous occasion, and dive into a couple classic Bulletin extras, as well!
Aug. 19, 2024
San Diego Comic-Con Video Report - Bulletin #14
The summer season might be winding down, but TOM is keeping things hot with Hall of Fame figures and convention capers!
Jul. 29, 2024
Anime Expo 2024 Figure Photo and Video Report
AX once again descends on the Los Angeles area. It was an amazing convention, and we've got the pics and vids to prove it!
Jun. 24, 2024
The TOM Team Goes Gaming!
Ever wonder what video games are living rent-free in the minds of TOM's staff? With June's focus on gaming news, now's the time to find out!
May. 20, 2024
The Most Popular Figures of 2023 - Bulletin #13
Did *your* guess for the most popular figure in 2023 reign supreme? Only one way to find out - read this article!
Apr. 22, 2024
Happy 12th Birthday, TOM! - Bulletin #12
Learn how TOM Week 2024 went down and take a walk down memory lane with the HypeMan!
Mar. 26, 2024
Honoring Akira Toriyama - Bulletin #11
Tokyo Otaku Mode pays tribute to the late great Akira Toriyama, one of the greatest manga/anime creators the world will ever know.
Feb. 23, 2024
Lovey Dovey Time - Bulletin #10
Hear from two of the big winners of TOM's 8th Figure Photo Contest, enjoy some spicy Hall of Fame figures, and get ready for KonaSuba Season 3 in this romantic February issue!
Jan. 22, 2024
Happy New Year from TOM 2024 - Bulletin #9
What does 2024 hold? While we can't know the future, we CAN know the recent best-selling figures on the TOM Shop. And enjoy some delicious New Year traditions as told by our staff!
Dec. 20, 2023
Premium Insider Report Bulletin #8
In Bulletin #8, a Winter Wonderland of Figure Picks awaits your perusing! Plus, a look back at TGS 2023 goodies. And as usual, we get a visit from a 20 foot-tall crab. Wait what?
Nov. 15, 2023
TOM Super Sale 2023 - Bulletin #7
The annual TOM Super Sale takes over the Premium Insider Report Bulletin! Learn all about the new changes happening to the biggest holiday sales event of the year, with special focus on benefits for Premium Members such as yourself!
Oct. 23, 2023
Premium Insider Report Bulletin #6
It's the most wonderful time of the FEAR. Enjoy a look at our Halloween-themed Figure Picks in 2023! The list is truly spook-tacular. Why? Because at TOM, we just creepin' it real.
Sep. 22, 2023
Premium Insider Report Bulletin #5
Ge to know one of the veteran members of the TOM Team, Becky! We also talk about best-selling figures in the month of August. Spoiler alert: Miku-chan crushes it!
Aug. 21, 2023
Premium Insider Report Bulletin #4
This Bulletin is jam-packed with fried Phoenix figures, beautiful bunny boat brides, and playful pups participating in popular posts!
Jul. 18, 2023
TOM Shop: The Most Popular Figures of 2022
We're finally taking a look back at the top figures from 2022! Better a little late than never!
Jun. 19, 2023
Premium Insider Report Bulletin #3
What's currently trending at Tokyo Otaku Mode as the summer heats up? Read this issue to find out!
May. 24, 2023
The 5th Anniversary of the Premium Insider Report!
Take a trip through time as we celebrate 5 years of monthly Insider Reports for our Premium Members!
Apr. 20, 2023
TOM Turns 11 During TOM Week 2023!
Learn what happened (and what's still ongoing) during TOM Week! Also, where did the catch copy S.U.K.I. come from?? The answer may surprise you!
Mar. 22, 2023
Premium Insider Report Bulletin #2
The second bulletin issue is coming at you HOT with plenty of figure photos for you to enjoy, social media highlights, and an interview with Pochi, a TOM programmer!
Feb. 23, 2023
Premium Insider Report Bulletin #1
The launch of an exciting new format for Insider Report, filled with all kinds of interesting stories for you to gobble up!
Jan. 25, 2023
Happy New Year from the TOM Team! 2023 Edition
How did the TOM Staff members celebrate the beginning of 2023? See if you're familiar with any (or all) of our traditions!
Dec. 27, 2022
Figure Picks: Christmas and Winter Themes, 2022 Edition
'Tis the season to enjoy Christmas and winter figures from the past, present and future! Check out which figures made our list!
Nov. 21, 2022
TOM Super Sale 2022 in Full Effect!
It's that special time of year at Tokyo Otaku Mode again! What's in store for you during the Super Sale this time? The Head of E-Commerce is here to let you know!
Oct. 24, 2022
Geeking Out with TOM's Writing Team!
Join a casual otaku conversation between Jarrett and Sean!
Sep. 27, 2022
Figure Picks from 2022's Top-rated Anime Series
It's no surprise that the most beloved anime shows of the year are often commemorated with collectible figure merchandise. Take a gander at just a few notable figures from this year's hottest series!
Aug. 27, 2022
The Customer Support Team Explains TOM Surface Mail
What's the origin behind TOM Surface Mail? Read more to find out what it is and how we use it to provide affordable shipping to our customers!
Jul. 28, 2022
The TOM Team Reports from Anime Expo 2022
Anime Expo is back, baby! Check out what some attendees thought about it!
Jun. 27, 2022
An Interview with TOM's Newest Staff Members
Gain a new perspective about TOM from actual company employees!
May. 19, 2022
TOM Shop: The Most Popular Figures of 2021
It's that time of year again! We round up the heaviest hitters on the TOM Shop in 2021!
Apr. 19, 2022
TOM Week 2022: Celebrating 10 Years of Tokyo Otaku Mode!
TOM celebrates 10 whole years of enjoying otaku life! Dig in to find out about all the festivities going on this month!
Mar. 24, 2022
Spotlight on Tokyo Otaku Mode's Mascot, Ninja-kun!
Ever wonder where TOM's squishy, round-eyed mascot character came from? Read on to find out!
Feb. 21, 2022
TOM Picks: Cute Anime Couples
The world of anime and manga has everything - action, adventure... and even a little romance! Our staff celebrates some of the best-known romantic couples in anime history!
Jan. 25, 2022
Happy New Year from the TOM Team! 2022 Edition
New Year = New Stories from the TOM Team! We invite you to take a look into our lives and see how we celebrated the beginning of 2022!
Dec. 19, 2021
The Making of the LAM Hatsune Miku Rock Singer Figure and Jacket
Learn about the TOM Magic that went into making this official Hatsune Miku Figure and Jacket!
Nov. 15, 2021
The TOM Super Sale Strikes Again!
Want to get a head start on the TSS by learning its new features this year? Dig in!
Oct. 25, 2021
The TOM Team's Spooky Anime Recommendations for Halloween
Have a ghoulishly good time binging these anime recommendations during Halloween!
Sep. 21, 2021
"Ask Each Other Anything" Zoom Chat
Four TOM Team members come together to learn about one another! Watch the video!
Aug. 16, 2021
The Latest Scoop on TOM News
Ever wonder how TOM's Editorial Team produces the TOM News portion of our site? Find out all about it here!
Jul. 21, 2021
A Look into Sekai Logi, TOM's B2B Logistics Service
Willy, the head of Sekai Logi, tells us all about his TOM Division and how it helps other businesses grow!
Jun. 11, 2021
TOM Shop: The Most Popular Figures of 2020
Some truly incredible figures appeared on the TOM Shop in 2020! Check out this list to see the most popular according to the fans!
May. 12, 2021
Shipping Challenges During the Pandemic
We hear from Maihama "factory" head Sue-san as he explains why TOM's shipping options have changed over the last year and how the TOM's fulfillment kept pushing forward even through a global pandemic.
Apr. 06, 2021
Greetings from TOM Week 2021!
We got the scoop on what's new for TOM Week in 2021! Lovers of Re:Zero, CLAMP, Hatsune Miku, and Cardcaptor Sakura should take a look. And there's more, too!
Mar. 12, 2021
Video Interview with Massiel, a TOM Translator
Ever wonder what it's like to translate for a living? We speak to Massiel, one of TOM's official translators, to get the inside scoop! She and her team even translate manga!
Feb. 10, 2021
Behind the Scenes with Soh, TOM's Photographer
Sit down with Soh, fruits, and the waifus of SAO for a special TOM shoot!
Jan. 11, 2021
Happy New Year from the TOM Team! 2021 Edition
New Year's is a big deal in Japan! Several TOM team members took a survey to share how they celebrate!
Dec. 14, 2020
Let's Talk about the 2nd Figure Photo Contest!
A look back at the stories behind the TOM's second ever Figure Photo Contest! Learn a few tips on what it takes to produce a winning submission!
Nov. 09, 2020
The TOM Super Sale Is Almost Here!
What's new with the TSS this year? For one thing, Daily Deals have evolved into *SUPER DEALS*! Learn about what that means and much more in the article!
Oct. 09, 2020
TOM and Tmall Global
In this video interview we get to meet Q-chan, the head of TOM's China E-commerce division. Learn what makes him a special kind of Pokémon Master!
Sep. 08, 2020
A Closer Look at TOM's Social Media
Ever wonder who handles the amazing content on TOM's popular social media pages? You're in luck! We sit with Sho-san and learn a bit about what his social media team does!
Aug. 13, 2020
"Ask Us Anything" Zoom Chat
Four (or rather, five) TOM Team members meet on Zoom to answer some of the hottest questions asked by Premium Members. We hope that following this lengthy discussion, provided in this article in both video and transcript format, will lead to less head-scratching and chin-stroking!
Jul. 09, 2020
TOM Product Hall of Fame vol 3
Join us for a look into some of the most famous mothers and fathers in otaku fiction!
Jun. 12, 2020
Living through the Pandemic in Tokyo
What has day-to-day life been like in one of the greatest cities in the world during the Coronavirus pandemic? We're sharing the survey answers of 5 TOM Team members!
May. 05, 2020
The TOM Team Talks Top Tier Treats to Binge
Need something new to binge? Several people who work at Tokyo Otaku Mode suggest their all-time favorites!
Apr. 03, 2020
Right Now It's TOM Week 2020!
Happy 8th birthday, Tokyo Otaku Mode! We sit with Sarah and Sam as they tell us all the details about this year's anniversary week!
Mar. 06, 2020
TOM Shop: The Best-selling Figures of the Last Decade
We take a look back at the most noteworthy figures on TOM's Shop during the 2010's. Read to find out which ones climbed to the top!
Feb. 03, 2020
Life in Japan for TOM's Expats
Ever wonder what it's like to live in Japan? A handful of TOM's staff give you a taste!
Jan. 07, 2020
AGF, Choi-Ita-Bags, and Ninja-kun!
Ever heard of an ita-bag? TOM is working on its own! Learn some juicy initial details in this Report and get a look at Animate Girls Festival!
Dec. 04, 2019
TOM's Triple Threat November
ICYMI, Tokyo Otaku Mode was up to A LOT in the month of November. We spill the beans here for your convenience!
Nov. 07, 2019
TOM's History and Use of the Word "Otaku"
Takeshi Morisawa, one of TOM's founding officers, shares his thoughts about the words "Otaku" and "Suki," and their positive connotations.
Oct. 02, 2019
Soh and Adrian Chat about TGS 2019
Many of us at TOM are video game freaks, and we're super proud to have worked at Tokyo Game Show 2019! Two of the hardworking members from our live stream, Soh and Adrian, sit down to tell us more about the event!
Aug. 29, 2019
A TOM Member Visits Comiket for the First Time
Okay. Let's set the scene. The location is Tokyo Big Sight, a collection of halls and buildings relatively close to the giant Gundam. It's August 11, 2019, hottest time of the year in Japan. The sun is blazing up above and there's hardly a cloud floating in the sky to provide any precious shade. The temperature reads 35 degrees Celsius (over 95 degrees Fahrenheit), and I feel like I'm trapped inside a pitbull's hot, wet mouth.
Jul. 30, 2019
TOM Takes on Anime Expo 2019
TOM had loads of surprises in store for visitors of its Booth and Industry Panel at AX 2019!
Jun. 27, 2019
The Story Behind TOM’s Original Products vol 2 pt 2
Part two of the TOM Original Product series! Read all about our recent FLCL shoes and BanG Dream! merch!
May. 27, 2019
The Stories Behind TOM's Original Products vol 2 pt 1
Because you asked for it! The continuing saga about how TOM creates its original Projects!
Apr. 24, 2019
TOM Product Hall of Fame vol 2
Let's a take closer look at a few of the unbelievable goods that have been on TOM's Shop.
Mar. 27, 2019
Getting Ready for TOM Week 2019!
We interview the leader of our E-commerce division to find out more about TOM's annual TOM Week celebration!
Feb. 26, 2019
The Word Wizards at TOM
Meet 2 veteran writers at TOM behind many of the product descriptions and blurbs you see on the shop website!
Feb. 02, 2019
Meet the TOM Staff: Off the Clock
Did you know our TOM Staff organizes and meets in small clubs based on interests and hobbies?
Dec. 26, 2018
Hello from the TOM Fan Club!
Did you know there's an awesome (and friendly) community where you can interact with TOM staff and otakus worldwide? Learn more about the TOM Fan Club - we'd love to see all our Premium Members there!
Nov. 29, 2018
Behind The Scenes: TOM Super Sale
What goes on during the planning of our biggest sale event of the year? We interviewed Jessica from our Marketing team about what the TOM Super Sale is all about!
Oct. 29, 2018
A Day In The Life At Tokyo Otaku Mode
We'll hear from our very own staff member, Sean Cardeno on his experience working at Tokyo Otaku Mode!
Sep. 21, 2018
The faces and stories behind TOM’s Original Products: Part II
Go behind the scenes in the creation of our exclusive products: the debut Kizuna AI scale, Snow Miku merch sets, and IdolM@ster Light Shade!
Aug. 20, 2018
The stories behind TOM’s Original Products
A highly requested topic!!! We take you behind the scenes of how our team creates original exclusive products.
Jul. 19, 2018
Memorable AF Products 😵
Sometimes even WE'RE shocked at some of the items we carry.
Jun. 20, 2018
Meet the Hardcore Otakus at TOM
We introduce you to 4 hardcore otakus at Tokyo Otaku Mode. Read about their passionate hobbies, and how its shaped their personal and professional lives!
May. 18, 2018
Behind the Scenes of This Year’s TOM Week
Come along for the ride as we interview Sherry, who managed this year's TOM Week celebrations!
Mar. 18, 2018
Wonder Festival 2018 Winter Report
Event Report for TOM at Wonfest 2018 Winter!
Dec. 12, 2017
TOM Joins First Ever Anime NYC
TOM member Sean brings us another exciting report, this time for the first ever Anime NYC!
Oct. 23, 2017
TOM Newsletter #3: Tokyo Game Show + Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair!
In this event report we introduce TOMs recent outings at TGS and KYOMAF 2017!
Jul. 20, 2017
TOM Newsletter #2: Anime Expo Edition!
This newsletter focuses on TOM's attendance for Anime Expo 2017! Thanks to everyone who came and visited! Tokyo Otaku Mode buyer Sean recounts his experience at this year's AX.
Jun. 05, 2017
TOM Premium Newsletter vol.1
Hello, TOM Premium Members! First and foremost, thank you very much for joining TOM Premium. This is the first ever member-exclusive quarterly report on what TOM is up to, but it’s also a special celebratory edition!