Nintendo’s New Store Officially Opens in Union Square in SF
Marking Second U.S. Store and a New Era for Fans on the West Coast. Nintendo of America has officially opened the doors to Nintendo San Francisco, its second official retail…
The Apothecary Diaries Teams Up with Gokurakuyu and RAKU SPA!
Next on your bucket list, anime fans! Enjoy special collaboration baths, menus, and goods across five locations in Japan! The popular anime The Apothecary Diaries is bringing its beloved characters…
“Jujutsu Kaisen Phantom Parade” 1.5-Year Anniversary Celebration
The popular mobile RPG Jujutsu Kaisen: Phantom Parade, based on the hit anime Jujutsu Kaisen, is celebrating its 1.5-year anniversary with a wave of exciting announcements. A new key visual…
A Deeper Look at La La Land: Color, Music, and the Bittersweet Beauty of Dreams
Damien Chazelle’s La La Land continues to captivate audiences years after its 2016 release. A recent rewatch reveals just how meticulously crafted the film is—especially in its use of color…
Anime Pilgrimages: How Fans Are Reviving Japan’s Rural Towns
Imagine traveling across Japan to stand on the same street where your favorite anime character once stood. For a growing number of fans, this isn’t just a dream — it’s…
1 Week Until Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning – A Look Back at the Iconic Franchise
With just three months to go until the release of Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning on May 23, 2025, anticipation is reaching a fever pitch. The previous installment, Dead…
Learning from War: Saving Private Ryan
Academy Award®-winning director Steven Spielberg, renowned for cinematic masterpieces such as Schindler’s List and E.T., delivers one of the most powerful war films of all time with Saving Private Ryan.…
Spy x Family: The Surprisingly Heartwarming Spy Anime the Whole World Loves
What happens when a secret agent, a deadly assassin, and a psychic child form a pretend family? You get Spy x Family — a wild, genre-blending anime that somehow manages…
5 Heartbreaking Anime That Will Leave You in Tears
Japanese anime is known for its stunning visuals and epic battles—but some of its most powerful works are those that make us cry. These emotional stories, rich in character development…
Uncovering the Hidden History of Postwar Okinawa: Hero’s Island (Takarajima)
Award-winning novel Hero’s Island(Takarajima) by Junjo Shindo—winner of the 160th Naoki Prize, the Yamada Futaro Award, and the Okinawa Bookstore Award—is being brought to the screen by Toei and Sony…