But anime is far more than just a form of entertainment. It’s a cultural phenomenon and a cornerstone of Japan’s soft power strategy. Through vibrant storytelling and unforgettable characters ...

Francesco Panto rarely felt comfortable in his home country of Italy. Born and raised in Sicily, he loved playing with stuffed toys and staying at home while other boys his age were expected to be ...

Warner Music Japan (WMJ) and NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan (NBCUJ) have partnered to mutually capitalize on the growing popularity of anime-related music. Continue to article... Under this ...

Just for a second, spare a thought for the beleaguered Japanese whisky salesperson in Glasgow, some 25 years ago. Imagine turning up at any number of the well-stocked bars, already laden with fine ...

Studio Ghibli’s anime films are loved around the world, not only by the international anime fan community but by the wider ...

The story opens in the 1990s when 15-year-old middle-schooler Kagome Higurashi is dragged down a well and transported to 1400s Japan ... Oh is one of the most creative anime movies in recent ...

On the first floor, a monument of about 120 pictures depicting scenes from popular Japanese anime such as “Suzume” and “Kingdom” is suspended from the ceiling. Background drawings and ...