Entertainment
Kaho's Controversial Lawsuit in Japan
The Japan Reporter - Dec 02
Kaho Shibuya, a former adult film actress in Japan, has sued a film production company for 7 million yen after releasing uncensored movies, which made her the first person in Japan who actually took action on this issue.
'The Walking Dead' maker Skybound sets up shop in Japan
Deadline - Dec 01
Skybound Japan will bolster the LA-headquartered outfit's international presence, with a focus on Japanese IP and anime, coming almost seven years after Skybound North opened in Vancouver.
Korean online users react to a Japanese porn actress winning at the Korean Culture Entertainment Awards
allkpop.com - Dec 01
On November 30, the 31st Korean Culture Entertainment Awards took place at the Yeouido 63 Building in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul.
Onimusha Theme Song | THE LONELIEST - Måneskin
Netflix Anime - Nov 28
THE LONELIEST performed by Måneskin is the theme song of the brand new Netflix Series.
maboroshi | Official Trailer
Netflix Anime - Nov 27
This is the story of those armed with an unstoppable urge to fall in love who struggle for a future in a world where change is forbidden.
Danjūrō Goes to Kyoto!
Kabuki In-Depth - Nov 27
In this video, we cover the upcoming Kyoto name-taking ceremony of Ichikawa Danjūrō XIII and his son, Ichikawa Shinnosuke VIII, which will occupy most of this year's kaomise program at the Minami-za.
Review: In Beat Takeshi’s Kubi, Samurai are Queer Yakuza
Unseen Japan - Nov 26
Internationally famed director Kitano Takeshi is back with his new samurai epic, Kubi. The violent, darkly funny film has some surprises in store for viewers.
Ichikawa Ennosuke IV Declared Guilty
Kabuki In-Depth - Nov 25
In this video, we cover the last developments in the case of the kabuki actor Ichikawa Ennosuke IV.
New Godzilla movie earns perfect Rotten Tomatoes score
Total Film - Nov 24
After hitting the big screen in its native Japan on November 3, Godzilla Minus One is about to make its way overseas – and it's a hit with international critics.
Japan's largest street dance festival held in Tokyo
News On Japan - Nov 23
As street dance reaches fever pitch in the lead up to the 2024 Paris Olympics with the inclusion of breakdancing, one of Japan's largest street dance events was held in Yoyogi Park, Shibuya, Tokyo.
Nintendo Adds Adults-Only N64 App For Switch In Japan
kotaku.com - Nov 23
When you think of Nintendo, you tend to think of family-friendly gaming. You think of Link and Mario and sunshine and smiley stars. The word “adult” doesn’t likely come up when you ponder games on Switch, but that’s seemingly about to change.
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off: ENGLISH VS JAPANESE DUB PART 2
Kakuchopurei - Nov 22
Let's dive into deeper waters with the English VO and Japanese VO dub, especially with the Evil Exes and second half of the series. Here's part 2 of our Scott Pilgrim Takes Off VO comparisons.
'Tiger Mask' Japanese Manga Series Gets Live-Action Film Adaptation
Variety - Nov 21
Japanese manga series “Tiger Mask” is being adapted into a live-action feature for the international market by Italy’s Fabula Pictures and Brandon Box and Japan’s Kodansha.
Love and Death in Yamashina | Kanadehon Chūshingura (1748)
Kabuki In-Depth - Nov 20
It is time to have a look at act IX of Kanadehon Chūshingura, an important scene that takes place at Yuranosuke's retreat in Yamashina, and which gives a tragic conclusion to the plot lines involving Kakogawa Honzō and his family.
How rock 'n' roll brought erotic photography to Japan
Far Out - Nov 20
Kenji Endo is slumbering in his student room, casually listening to the sound of American rock 'n' roll, which has now become commonplace on Japanese radio since the days of post-World War II occupation.
'Bungo Stray Dogs' manga exhibition features detective agency replica
News On Japan - Nov 18
The "Bungo Stray Dogs" manga exhibition, showcasing action battles among famed literary characters, commenced on November 18th at Telepia Hall, located in Higashi Ward, Nagoya.
