D.I.Y. Ita-Goods (Special Otaku Lecture)

Here we’ll show you the basic steps you need to know to make your own ita-goods and you can even look through our photo gallery of handmade ita-goods.

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2013.05.27

[Photo Report] “The Evangelion and Katana (Japanese swords) Exhibition”

“The Evangelion and Katana (Japanese swords) Exhibition” is currently being held at Nishitetsu Hall in Fukuoka City.　At the entrance, you are welcomed by the panels of Asuka, Rei, Mari, Shinji and Kaworu.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ Art｜

2013.05.24

Global Popularity of Japanese Pop Culture Picks Up Speed

"Japan Expo" attracts some 200,000 people each year and we had the chance to interview the event's vice president, Thomas Sirdey, who enthusiastically spoke to us about the potential for the growth and development of Japanese pop culture in the European market.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ France｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ J-POP｜

2013.05.01

Japanese Sake Gets a 'Moe' Makeover!

Kitakyushu releases a new collaborative brand of sake between 'moe' characters and local sake breweries. Residents of Kitakyushu, hold on to your hats as "Moe Sake" starts to hit the shelves!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜ Art｜ Hobbies｜ Collaboration items｜

2013.04.19

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#46 Training Talented Individuals to Become International Producers – An Important Issue for the Japanese Economy

I often receive a lot of inquiries from business people from various industries regarding the popularity of Japanese culture overseas and international events that showcase Japanese pop culture.

JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN! | Japan｜ Other Areas｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!｜

2013.04.10

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#45 China-Japan Relations and Beijing’s Maid Izakaya, “Rojiura”

Maid izakaya, “Yaneura,” is a Japanese style pub in Beijing where the waitresses are all dressed as French maids. They’ve been featured on various TV programs and are quite well known now, even in Japan.

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2013.04.03

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#41 Cosplay in the Middle East – Japanese Cosplay Uniting Nations

“I just love manga and cosplay. Manga is now sold all over the world and I want to go and see people in other countries cosplaying Japanese manga and anime characters for myself.”Soon after meeting Kanna, this is the email she sent me.

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2013.03.06

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#35 Fahion, Beauty and the Moscow J FEST

Moscow's "J FEST" has become a signature event of the winter season in Moscow and is now in its fourth year – the most recent installment being held in December last year (2012). It’s the largest Japanese pop culture event of its kind in Moscow and the main attraction has remained constant from the very beginning: the fashion show.

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2013.01.23

asianbeat 4Koma Manga Contest

Manga is not only a global phenomenon; it’s a medium that fosters shared values and mutual understanding amongst teenagers and young adults all over the world. Thus, in hopes of further cultivating a common awareness and understanding among the youth in Asia, asianbeat will attempt to harness the power of manga culture and host the ‘4koma’ (four cell) Manga Contest!

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2012.12.05

"Otakus @ Home" What does the inside of an otaku’s room look like?

What does the inside of an otaku’s room look like? What leads one to even become an otaku? In this installment we introduce you to an otaku who is a self-professed servant of "Tokimeki Memorial" character, Himoo Yuina.

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2012.10.26

"Manga Camera" - Japan's No.1 iPhone App

It’s the application that allows you to turn photos into manga (comic) images, and it’s already causing a stir across social media networks.

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2012.09.20

Cosdol Asia convention @Fukuoka Photo vol.1

July 18,2011,“Cosdol Asia convention”was held @ Tenjin Central Park (Fukuoka).This is the cosplay snap the first half.

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2012.09.14

"Comic Party" Photo Report Vol.3 & Neko Jump Interview

The passion for Japanese pop culture in Bangkok is fierce and here is the photo report from Bangkok’s “Comic Party” held on February 20-21 (2010) to prove it! Be sure to read our exclusive interview with Neko Jump as well!

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2012.09.08

[ICON] Sono Sion - Cinema genius charms all with his unique view of the world

We talk to Sono about the creative roots and attraction of his most recent work, which was greatly affected by the March 11 Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami, and how this changed the script so much.

Icon | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Manga｜ Movies｜

2012.09.07

Japanese pop culture, Chiang Mai style!

Chiang Mai is the second biggest city in Thailand and is located 720 kilometers north of the capital, Bangkok. Nicknamed “Rose of the North,” Chiang Mai is famous for its history and its beauty, and it was here that Thailand’s latest Japanese pop culture event was held.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Thailand ｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Cosplay｜

2012.09.03

“comic party” photo report　vol.2

February 20-21,2010,“comic party”was held @Bangkok Thailand.This is the cosplay snap the second.

COSPLAY SNAPS | Thailand ｜ Bangkok｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Cosplay｜

2012.08.25

#10 The Otaku Room Overflowing with 2D Girl Love

In this installment we have a karaoke fanatic who spends an average of 12 hours belting out songs at karaoke parlors in a single visit!

"Otakus @ Home" What does the inside of an otaku’s room look like? | Manga｜ Anime｜ Game & e-Sports｜ Hobbies｜

2012.08.24

“comic party” photo report　vol.1

February 20-21,2010,“comic party”was held @Bangkok Thailand.This is the cosplay snap is the first half.

COSPLAY SNAPS | Thailand ｜ Bangkok｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Cosplay｜

2012.08.17

Kitakyushu Manga Museum – Now Open!

“Kitakyushu Manga Museum,” located inside Aru Aru City, opened to the public on August 3rd 2012. Here’s a preview of what you can expect.

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2012.08.13

“Machi★Asobi vol.6” vol.1

On 2011 March 3-5“Machi★Asobi” vol.6 in Tokushima was held.This is the cosplay snap is the first half.

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2012.08.04