ENTERTAINMENT
Anime Musicals: How “2.5D Musicals” Bring Anime and Manga to the Stage
Many live-action manga and anime adaptations are received poorly. So how has musical theater captured the imagination of fans worldwide?
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CULTURE
Does The KonMari Method Spark Joy in Japan?
Does Kondo Marie's approach (and success) spark as much joy in her own home country of Japan? The answer may surprise you.
CULTURE
Is Time Running Out for Japan’s Idol Culture?
A high profile abuse case has the Japanese press saying to idol groups: Don't let the door hit you in the ass…
SOCIETY
For Japan’s Busted Drug Users, Shame Trumps Treatment
The Japanese actor who voices Olaf in Frozen is viciously shunned after a cocaine bust, leading some to criticize their country's attitude…
ENTERTAINMENT
Manga Protection Law To Be Revised After Manga Author Backlash
Why are manga authors hopping mad over a proposed new law that supposedly protects their rights?
ENTERTAINMENT
9-Year-Old Japanese Go Player Will Become Country’s Youngest Pro Ever
A young girl who can't even turn pro until April is already giving some of the world's top Go players a run…
CULTURE
Taking Laughter Seriously: A History of Japanese Comedy
How comedy and the concept of laughter in Japan evolved from seriousness to silliness.
ENTERTAINMENT
Illegal Hero? China’s Legally Dubious Ultraman Movies Rile Japanese Fans
A Chinese production company continues releasing Ultraman movies that Ultraman's Japanese producers say are illegal. Are they legitimate - or another Chinese…