If you are a fan of Attack on Titan, Hita City in Oita Prefecture is a place you simply cannot miss.This peaceful riverside town is the birthplace of Hajime Isayama, the creator of the world-famous manga, and home to official … Read More
Japan-Made, Japan-Set Stories Loved Around the World Netflix has become a powerful platform for Japanese drama series, bringing Japan-made, Japan-set stories to a global audience.From survival thrillers and crime dramas to anime adaptations and deeply emotional love stories, these series … Read More
World First! Ride Evangelion! Defend Kyoto! An Angel alert has been detected in Kyoto.To protect the ancient capital, NERV has established the “Third New Kyoto City Branch” and constructed the Evangelion Kyoto Base in Uzumasa. Now, NERV is recruiting new … Read More
If you are a fan of NARUTO, you may already know the name Ichiraku Ramen（一楽） — the legendary ramen shop loved by Naruto Uzumaki.What many fans don’t realize is that this famous shop is inspired by a real ramen restaurant … Read More
The railroad crossing in front of Kamakurakokomae Station on the Enoden Line is one of the most iconic real-life locations from the legendary manga and anime Slam Dunk.For fans around the world, this spot is nothing less than a pilgrimage. … Read More
For fans of Jujutsu Kaisen, Shibuya is more than just a trendy district in Tokyo—it is the site of the most devastating battle in sorcery history. One of the most incredible things about the “Shibuya Incident” arc is that Gege … Read More
Visiting the Real-Life Locations That Inspired the Movie The Reze Arc is one of the most emotional and visually memorable chapters of Chainsaw Man.Since the announcement of the theatrical movie adaptation, many fans have started searching for the real-life locations … Read More
SAKAMOTO DAYS is a hit action-comedy manga about Taro Sakamoto, once a legendary hitman, now living peacefully as a family man. But when assassins suddenly target him, he unleashes his overwhelming combat skills once again. What makes this series even … Read More
If you love Japanese pop culture or cute characters, Chiikawa Park in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, is a must-visit.Opened on July 28, 2025, this is the first-ever large-scale immersive facility based on Chiikawa, the beloved character created by illustrator Nagano. Inside, you … Read More
When traveling in Japan, one of the most fun and affordable experiences you can try is gachapon (also known as gashapon or capsule toy machines). For just a few coins, you can get a surprise toy in a capsule, making … Read More