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· Ryan General
Glendale dedicates square to WWII Japanese American hero Sadao Munemori
Munemori’s family, who faced internment during the war at Manzanar, witnessed the event
· Bryan Ke
Japanese artist calls out Beyonce over robotic look in ‘Renaissance’ tour
Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama has called out Beyonce for her visuals in her “Renaissance” tour, raising speculations that he is accusing the singer of ripping off his work. What he’s saying: Sorayama, 76, is known for his erotic portrayals of female robots. In an Instagram…
· Bryan Ke
New survey reveals trends of how Japanese couples meet
A recent marriage survey in Japan reveals intriguing trends in how Japanese couples meet, shedding light on the evolving landscape of relationships in the country. How I met my partner: The survey, conducted by Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance in October, found that 31.2% of the…
· Carl Samson
Japanese man who spent $16,000 to become a dog ‘fails’ agility test
The Japanese man who made headlines throughout the year for chronicling his journey as a “dog” has apparently flunked an agility course. What happened: The man, known to his followers as Toco, posted a series of photos on Instagram this week showing what appeared to be moments…
· Michelle De Pacina
‘Godzilla Minus One’ breaks record for top-grossing live-action Japanese movie in the US
“Godzilla Minus One” has achieved a new milestone in the U.S. by becoming the highest-grossing live-action Japanese movie. Record-breaking premiere: The 2023 action and sci-fi film has earned a record-breaking $14.36 million at the box office since its premiere in the U.S. on…
· Bryan Ke
Universal Studios Japan to open Donkey Kong Country in Super Nintendo World
Universal Studios Japan released a teaser on Tuesday that offers a glimpse into what fans can expect in a new section of Super Nintendo World dedicated to Donkey Kong called Donkey Kong Country. What to expect: Scheduled to open in Spring 2024, Donkey Kong Country, as seen in…
· Bryan Ke
Japanese soccer legend Shinji Ono retires at 44
Japanese soccer legend Shinji Ono, one of the biggest stars in Asian football, ended his 26-year career Sunday with the announcement of his retirement. Final match: Wearing a No. 44 jersey that matched his age, Ono finished Sunday night’s game with a loss for his team, Hokkaido…
· Bryan Ke
Sales of feudal-era weapon heat up in Japan after store uses it to thwart robbery
A Japanese weapon that traces its roots to the 1600s is gaining new interest after a jewelry store employee successfully used it to prevent a robbery last weekend. The incident: Robbers on a motorcycle pulled up in front of the store, Ryutsu, in Tokyo’s Ueno District, at around…
· Ryan General
These Japanese maid cafes let waitresses verbally abuse, slap and kick you
Customers can choose a range of services such as being scolded and slapped to more extreme acts like being kicked on all fours or having drinks poured over them
· Bryan Ke
Japan kicks off trial of over-the-counter morning-after pills
Japanese health officials commenced a trial for prescription-less morning-after pills at selected pharmacies on Tuesday, with plans for a full-scale rollout to be determined after it ends in early 2024. About the pill: The pill, levonorgestrel, is known for its brand name…
· Bryan Ke
Watch: BTS’ Jimin, Jungkook mobbed by fans at Incheon airport upon return from Japan
Dozens of fans mobbed Jimin and Jungkook at Incheon International Airport on Tuesday as the BTS duo arrived back in South Korea following their mystery trip to Japan last week. What happened: A Tuesday livestream on Star Plus shows dozens of fans breaking through the barrier set…
· Carl Samson
KFC Japan announces fried chicken made to pair with alcohol
KFC Japan has developed fried chicken that reportedly pairs perfectly with alcoholic drinks. What’s it called: Announced on Wednesday, the latest addition to KFC Japan’s menu is called “Ninniku Crispy,” or in English, “Garlic Crispy.” This fried chicken is made to match beer and…
· Bryan Ke
Japanese archaeologists unearth massive stash of 100,000 ancient coins
An enormous trove of 100,000 ancient coins were recently discovered in Maebashi, a city in Gunma Prefecture, Japan, with archaeologists estimating some of them to be over 2,000 years old. Discovery: The coins, stacked together in 1,060 bundles, were unearthed at a construction…
· Ryan General
S. Korea orders Japan to pay 16 wartime ‘comfort women’ $153K each in landmark ruling
The Seoul High Court has ordered the Japanese government to pay 200 million won ($153,300) in compensation to each of the 16 women who were among those kept as sex slaves in Japanese military brothels during World War II. Landmark decision: Known colloquially as “comfort women,”…
· Bryan Ke
Japan kicks off Eevee Day celebration with multiple game events
Eevee Day, which happens every year on Nov. 21, has kicked off in Japan, with the Pokémon Company releasing several events for fans to partake in as they celebrate the popular Pokémon’s special day. Celebrating the day: As part of the celebration, the Pokémon Company released an…
· Carl Samson
KFC releases miso-flavored fried chicken in Japan
How does miso taste in fried chicken? KFC apparently knows the answer, having announced the first of its kind this week. What’s it called: The new flavor is called Spicy Miso Garlic Chicken and will hit KFCs across Japan next Wednesday, Nov. 22, according to a press release.…
· Bryan Ke
Cats, dogs receive blessings in Japan as part of unique coming-of-age tradition
Pets took center stage at a Shinto shrine near Tokyo this week to receive blessings from priests in a tradition originally observed for children. What happened: Pet owners traveled to Inuneko Jinja (Dog–Cat Shrine) within the Zama Shrine in Zama, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Tuesday…
· Ryan General
Japanese company launches ramen into space for months of cosmic radiation
After the six-month space journey, these cosmic-radiated ingredients will be sent back to Earth and be used to create special ramen bowls
· Bryan Ke
Naomi Osaka’s latest Nike collection inspired by Japan, New York
Nike recently unveiled its latest collaboration with Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka, a collection inspired by her time in Japan and New York. About the collection: The new Nike spread comes with shoes, tops and accessories. They include the newly designed NikeCourt Air Zoom GP…
· Ryan General
Japanese study reveals link between curiosity, anxiety and the wandering mind
The study found that trait anxiety is indirectly linked to mind wandering through executive control, while epistemic curiosity has a direct influence
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Tokyo Disney
Tokyo Disney connects to Oriental Land, the company that runs the resort and the spending around it.
Company · Japan · TYO:7832
Bandai Namco Holdings
Bandai Namco sits behind toys, anime IP, games, and licensing that turn fandom into everyday consumer products.
Company · Japan · TYO:9697
Capcom
Capcom is a good read on how long-running game worlds keep producing sales, streams, and fandom years after launch.
Company · Japan · TYO:4751
CyberAgent
CyberAgent runs ABEMA streaming and Cygames' hits like Uma Musume and Granblue Fantasy — a media-and-games force in Japanese pop culture.
Company · Japan · TYO:9983
Fast Retailing
Fast Retailing matters because Uniqlo is an everyday consumer habit, not just a stock story.
Company · Japan · TYO:9468
Kadokawa
Kadokawa ties publishing, anime adaptation, games, and fandom discovery into one listed media company.
Company · Japan · TYO:2801
Kikkoman
Kikkoman is how Japanese flavor went global — the soy sauce that became a default condiment on Western tables and made 'umami' a kitchen word.
Company · Japan · TYO:9766
Konami Group
Konami sits on a vault of iconic IP — Yu-Gi-Oh cards, Metal Gear, Silent Hill — plus a huge trading-card and mobile business.
Company · Japan · TYO:7974
Nintendo
Nintendo turns beloved game worlds into hardware, software, parks, merch, and repeat family spending.