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Viggo Mortensen and Karl Urban Buying Gundam in Japan
Viggo Mortensen and Karl Urban explore Tokyo while shopping for Gundams.

What is Otaku Culture - The Obsessive Japanese Pop Culture Fandom Explained
From Japan to the world: The journey of Otaku culture.

Shishi Odori - Documenting Japan’s Deer Dance by Yulia Skogoreva
Photographer Yulia Skogoreva unveils the mystique of Japan’s Shishi Odori.

A Guide to the Most Influential Vocaloid Artists
Discover the top Vocaloid artists shaping the virtual music scene.

The World of Vocaloid - The Global Music Phenomenon Explained
Discover how Vocaloid transformed music with anime-inspired digital characters.

Ryōyū Kobayashi's 291-Meter Ski Jump
Ryoyu Kobayashi's 291-meter jump: A groundbreaking feat in ski jumping.

The True Story behind Ghost of Tsushima
Explore Tsushima's true story of samurai bravery and Mongol threats.

AKIRA - The Missing Link with the Olympics
As you dive a little deeper in Akira’s narrative, you may discover an intriguing resemblance to Japanese history.

Tsunotsuno - Transforming Otaku
Explore the digital otaku world of TsunoTsuno

Exploring Tokyo’s Fixed Gear Bike Scene with Nao
An interview with Nao exploring the cultural relevance of Fixie Bikes in the streets of Tokyo today.

How Boys’ Love feeds Japan’s sexual repression
How does a genre that revolves around gay relationships hinder Japan's sexually progressive mindset?

Gaijin Paris - Introducing Japanese vintage in Paris
Situated in the Marais district, Gaijin Paris stands as a stronghold of Japanese designer fashion.
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