Along with thousands of Halloween characters, over 350 policemen were on hand, helping crowds have fun without chaos in the fashionable district of Shibuya.
In a festival atmosphere, and with companies like Sega, Capcom, Square Enix and others, Gamer's World found much to celebrate at TGS 2022.
“It feels like COVID is over, except for all the masks, which is great. It’s just nice to see people out and about.”
Cosplay is back for the first time in three years, as fans from various parts of the world gather in Nagoya dressed as their favorite popular...
Fandom, called oshikatsu in Japanese, means supporting your idol. You can get the most out of it by knowing a few simple rules.
A bright, loud spot for electronics, idol groups, maid cafes and manga, it’s one of the best places to get acquainted with Japanese pop culture.
The talented Liyuu talked to Grape Japan for its Interview Series: "Words that changed my life" about why she chose, "After-School Tea Time will always and...
With face masks no longer just for decoration, many cosplayers found ways of including the latest international accessory in their costume.
On June 9, with fanfare and cosplay on feature, the last volume of the popular manga went on sale, the crowning effort of a franchise with...
~~ On January 23, many Japanese subculture fans were taken by surprise at the news that the Japanese government might regulate cosplay, the practice of dressing...
~Mitsuri Kanroji is a swordsman in Demon Slayer. Kanroji Temple in Wakayama Prefecture dates back to about 360 years ago~ An ancient temple in...
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