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Kawaii Metal - Japan’s Adorable Take on Heavy Metal
Meet the Kawaii Metal bands blending heavy metal’s intensity with J-pop’s sweetness.

Takeshi Kaneshiro - A Timeless Fashion Icon of Asian Cinema
Takeshi Kaneshiro’s journey from Asian cinema heartthrob to global fashion phenomenon.

Top 8 Japanese Specialty Shops in Paris
A curated list of the most interesting Japanese specialty shops in Paris.

Yumi Arai - The Iconic Journey of a Japanese Pop Legend
Discover the timeless music and legacy of pop legend Yumi Arai.

The Aggressor Fighter Squadron - Japan’s Top Gun
Japan's most daring fighter pilots, the aggressor squadron.

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

Every Movie Directed by Hayao Miyazaki - A Complete List
Explore every Hayao Miyazaki film, and discover timeless animated masterpieces.

Haruki Murakami's T-Shirt Collection - On Memory, Culture, and Collecting
Murakami’s T-shirts reveal hidden stories of nostalgia, identity, and culture.

The Complete Guide to Hideo Kojima’s Games
Discover Hideo Kojima’s iconic games that revolutionized storytelling and gameplay.

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

How Demon Slayer Revives an Ancient Nursery Rhyme
Discover the old nursery rhyme that marked the confrontation between Muzan and Ubuyashiki.

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

Nike’s Japanese Skateboarding Kits for the 2024 Paris Olympics
Nike SB unveils skateboarding kits for Japan’s Olympic team.

The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Streetwear Brands
Discover the iconic Japanese streetwear brands shaping global fashion trends today.

Tomoko Aran - Japan’s City Pop Underdog
Discover Tomoko Aran's impact on City Pop and modern music.

The Harsh Quotes of Hayao Miyazaki
Hayao Miyazaki’s quotes reveal the profound, often dark insights behind his genius.

Blending eras, Styles, and Anime with Shintoism - A Chat with Taishi Shingu
Discover Taishi Shingu's fusion of Japanese traditions and modern styles.

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

A Guide to Japanese Queer Films
Explore Japan’s LGBT+ film history from classics to contemporary stories.

SEVESKIG and (un)decided S/S 25 Collection - The Ever-Evolving Spirit of Inquiry
SEVESKIG and (un)decided blend history and fashion in a bold collection.
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From doujinshi roots to global icons, the revolutionary impact of CLAMP on the world of manga.
Discover the old nursery rhyme that marked the confrontation between Muzan and Ubuyashiki.
As you dive a little deeper in Akira’s narrative, you may discover an intriguing resemblance to Japanese history.
IM MEN turns fabric into wearable flight.