Anime and manga took off with young adults and teens during lockdown — and it stuck
Fans of the Japanese pop culture are finding connection and love through a common interest. Bookstore owners say the trend has had staying power, and more people are taking Japanese language classes.
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Who Is Sky-Byte in Transformers and Is He a Decepticon?
Receiving a new toy in 2025, Sky-Byte is one of the most poetic villains in the Transformers franchise, with his first haiku ...
China’s animated blockbuster smashed box office records at home. Now it’s hitting Western cinemas
An unruly Chinese boy who battles dragons and defies destiny has made his way to Western cinema screens after smashing box office records in China.
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Universal Music Japan Acquires Majority Stake in A-Sketch, Eyes ‘Compelling and Innovative Experiences for Japanese Music Fans’
Another day, another major label acquisition – this time from Universal Music Japan, which has scooped up a controlling interest in A-Sketch. Universal Music Japan disclosed its deal for 17-year-old A ...
Star Wars Celebration’s Japanese Badge Art Continues to Look Absolutely Amazing
Lucasfilm has fully unveiled the set of 17 prints that will bedeck the various badges for this year's big Star Wars ...