Webtoon is turning vertical phone comics into anime gold with 20 projects, major studio partnerships and No. 1 app status in Japan.

To celebrate Halloween, Starbucks Japan is launching an all-black, goth-approved Frappuccino and snack.

At Starbucks Japan, it’s not really a question of whether or not they’re serving up a special Frappuccino, but what kind. While each special flavor only sticks around for a limited time, there’s a ...

Former Dragon Ball Z editor Kazuhiko Torishima criticizes the manga industry's decline in originality, calling today's ...

In Japan, Starbucks employees exude a sense of energy and enthusiasm while they work, interacting attentively with customers as well as each other, creating a vibe that people want to hang out in.

As for Dragon Ball itself, Z-Fighter enthusiasts are waiting on word of the shonen’s return. With Dragon Ball Daima ending earlier this year and no return date set in stone for the manga’s return, ...

Diehard Starbucks drinkers are probably familiar with its secret menu, whipped up by dedicated fans and creative Starbucks employees. In Japan, one furtive drink in particular is now out in the open.

It's time for Japan to better leverage anime's global popularity, reaching international audiences via streaming platforms while opening the door to other cultural exports.

Anime has become a cultural phenomenon worldwide. How big of a role does it play in spreading Japanese pop culture abroad?