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Studio Ghibli Unveils Special New Year's Illustration Drawn by Hayao Miyazaki
To ring in the year of the dragon, Studio Ghibli co-founder Hayao Miyazaki presents his own version of the official mascot for 2024.
Ghibli's No-Face "Money-Munching" Piggy Bank Gets a 2024 Re-Release
Donguri Sora re-releases its famous No-Face piggy bank, which functions by having the iconic Spirited Away character greedily devour spare change.
Demon Slayer, MHA, Frieren and More Welcome the Year of the Dragon With Official Artwork
My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer and many other franchises usher in the year 2024 with stunning official creator artwork of their beloved characters.
MAPPA's Harsh Workloads Become a Highlight of JJK Culling Game Sequel Announcement
Jujutsu Kaisen's Season 2 sequel is officially in the works -- and many are concerned about the physical toll it will have on MAPPA's animators.
Bandai Candy Transforms Spy x Family's Anya Forger Into Delicious Japanese Mochi
Bandai Candy creates a new line of Japanese mochi depicting the many adorable faces of Spy x Family's fan-favorite character, Anya Forger.
Hayao Miyazaki's First Animated Series to Receive Stage Adaptation
Hayao Miyazaki's beloved 1978 television series, Future Boy Conan, announces a new stage version designed to bring the story to a new generation.
Japan Rewards Generous Taxpayers With Professional Cosplay Experience
A major ward in Tokyo gifts professional cosplay in return for tax donations that will help maintain Japan's "cosplay mecca," Ikebukuro.
XTrendAward Releases Top 5 Anime of 2023
As 2023 draws to a close, X (Twitter) unveils which anime series garnered the most attention from the site's Japanese-language user base this year.
Goku Gets a One-Punch Man Makeover in Dragon Ball Collaboration Project
One-Punch Man artist Yusuke Murata commemorates Dragon Ball's 40th anniversary with a fun redesign of the cover artwork for Volume 12.
One of Osamu Tezuka's Most Iconic Works Gets an Upcoming Stage Show
Tezuka Productions announces a new Black Jack stage show starring Akio Otsuka, who has voiced the iconic character for several decades.
Oshi no Ko's Pieyon Becomes Reality With Live-Action YouTube Series
Pieyon, the infamous masked body builder from Oshi no Ko, takes the spotlight in a brand-new live-action show on the series' YouTube Channel.
Dragon Ball Artist Releases New Artwork of Two Retro Toriyama Characters
Toyotarou, the artist behind Dragon Ball Super, pays tribute to classic characters from the early years of Akira Toriyama's career.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Finale Likely to Reintroduce the 0 Movie's Main Character
MAPPA has released the broadcast preview for the Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 finale, one of the most highly-anticipated anime episodes of the entire year.
Studio Ghibli Releases Gorgeous Totoro and Kiki-Themed Stationery Collection
Ghibli releases a new stationery set featuring the studio's beloved mascot Totoro and the high-flying witch Kiki from Kiki's Delivery Service.
Live-Action/Anime Hybrid Series Dragons of Wonderhatch Soars Onto Disney+ and Hulu
Dragons of Wonderhatch, Hulu and Disney's first-ever project to feature live-action segments and Japanese animation, is now streaming.
Jujutsu Kaisen Debate Rages Over Creator's Potential Plot Hole: "Gojo Was Nerfed"
Jujutsu Kaisen fans engage in an intense debate over whether Gege Akutami deliberately depowered Satoru Gojo in a past manga chapter.
Ghibli's Miyazaki Returns to the World of Nausicaa With New Artwork
New artwork from Hayao Miyazaki hints that the legendary filmmaker could be planning a new installment to his beloved Nausicaa franchise.
Adult Swim Reveals Official Sneak Peek of Upcoming Rick and Morty Anime Series
Adult Swim treats Rick and Morty fans to a short clip from Telecom Animation's upcoming adaptation of Justin Roiland's beloved sci-fi comedy.
New Spy x Family Season 2 Trailer Sets Up Most Heartwarming Finale of 2023
Spy x Family's latest Season 2 promo video reflects on the events of both seasons while teasing a emotionally impactful ending.
Ghibli's Toshio Suzuki Reveals New Totoro Illustration Set: "It's a Secret From Miyazaki"
A popular social media app in Japan now features an adorable new Totoro stamp collection drawn by Studio Ghibli's president and co-founder.