ENTERTAINMENT
Crying Freeman and the 1980s Home Video Revolution in Japan
How an absolutely ridiculous anime released for home video sparked interest in OVAs both in Japan and abroad.
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ENTERTAINMENT
How an absolutely ridiculous anime released for home video sparked interest in OVAs both in Japan and abroad.
CULTURE
These tattoos, native to the Ryukyuan people, were once banned from being practiced. Now, they're making a comeback.
FEATURED
Benkei was a Warrior Monk whose life was filled with rich history and folklore. Or at least, that's how the tale is…
ENTERTAINMENT
While Earwig and the Witch seemed to be a flop, Studio Ghibli is making another movie, and this one is almost half…
SOCIAL MEDIA
Nauru has more Japanese Twitter followers than it does citizens. It also has a dark and complicated history with Japan.
FEATURED
The story of how a Japanese diplomat went against the dictates of his own government in order to issue Jewish refugees with…
JAPANESE LANGUAGE
Our hosts discuss how they learned Japanese, great Japanese TV programs for learners, and their favorite (and most hated) Japanese words.
ENTERTAINMENT
There's a lot to love with Studio Ghibli's foray into 3D animation, says our reviewer - but also a lingering sense of…