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Another year, another fantastic output of anime! 2025 was a phenomenal year for fans of anime, as both new series and established heavy hitters alike topped the charts and even broke a few records.

Holiday cards are a familiar tradition around the world, but in Japan, they take on a uniquely meaningful form known as nengajo. These handwritten or printed messages act as small tokens of gratitude, luck, and connection exchanged at the start of the year.

Japan tourism is exploding in 2025, with over 39 million visitors by November, shattering records and filling streets from Tokyo to Kyoto.

If you thought Japan Rail was just about fast trains and efficient service, think again, because on the JR Yamanote Line, the stations have become idols. “Station Idol Latch!” Turns everyday commutes into a colorful world of characters, music, and mascots. Let’s examine how this project combines pop culture with transportation and why it’s capturing...

Discover why the Nana and Vivienne Westwood collaboration is such a big deal, how fans reacted, and whether you’d actually want to wear the collection myself!

World expos are famous for showing off fresh, exciting ideas about the future, and Osaka Expo 2025 is no exception. Among flying concepts and smart cities, one exhibit has captured people’s attention in a very human way: bathing.