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, ...

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

Dragon Ball is one of the most iconic manga series ever, and its original editor believes that the current state of the manga world isn't good.

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 ...

Don't miss the best things to do in Tokyo with kids! This Tokyo itinerary for 4 days will show you the best of the city ...

Every January, Starbucks heralds the coming of spring in Japan, way before its actual arrival, by unveiling its limited-edition chilled cup for sakura season. This annual release is known to feature ...

This year, Starbucks Japan’s drink and dessert holiday specials evoke a spooky, fiery Halloween. Under a theme of Magical Fire Halloween, Starbucks introduced a Frappuccino that looks like a ...

Anime has long been a facet of Japanese soft power, Australia’s ABC News noted in a retrospective published earlier this year. The industry has had a vital role in shaping Japan’s postwar image.

Japanese animation is shaping up as the country’s next big export industry, beyond cars and electronics. Its growth could light up investors’ portfolios.

Want to learn Japanese by playing video games and watching anime? A band of YouTubers — with the help of modern tools — has made learning one of the world’s most challenging languages into a ...

As Comic-Con Kicks Off, Japan’s Booming Anime Industry Is Attracting Institutional Finance New funds and technologies aim to boost a sector with increasing global appeal ...