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As any hard-core fan can tell you, anime and manga can be a pricey hobby. Sure, the proliferation of video streaming services and digital reader apps mean the content itself is much more affordable than it used to be, but the modern otaku merchandising industry is more robust than ever, with an endless flow of…

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한국어 The Donald Trump administration has drawn protests from Japan after using popular anime characters, including those from Pokémon and Naruto, without permission in promotional videos backing its immigration crackdown and other policy initiatives, according to the Mainichi Shimbun and other Japanese media on Tuesday.

Shawn, like her sister Whitney dressed as a character from Demon Slayer, had two words to describe the weather as she waited to watch the grand parade at Japan’s annual World Cosplay Summit: “Extremely hot”.

Cosplayers gather in a hotel before taking part in the Osu Cosplay Parade, during the second day of the World Cosplay Summit 2026 in Nagoya on August 1, 2026 (Philip FONG)

Japan is taking significant steps to update its cryptocurrency gaming laws, demonstrating its commitment to adapting to the evolving digital landscape.

The Japan In-App Advertising Market is evolving rapidly as brand budgets shift decisively toward mobile-first channels. The market reached USD 9.21 Billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 30.30 Billionby 2034, growing at a CAGR of14.16% (2026–2034), making this one of the fastest-growing segments within the broader Japan Mobile Advertising Market.

Two Indian creators behind the pen name masterlynx have reached Japan’s manga industry with their manga Kung Fu Kung Fool. Their series began serialization on KADOKAWA’s manga portal Kadocomi on May 15, 2026.

OSAKA – Japan’s booming “oshi-katsu” culture, in which fans devote themselves to supporting favorite celebrities, athletes, characters and other interests, has grown into an estimated 3.8 trillion yen market, but some enthusiasts are taking multiple jobs, restricting meals and falling deeply into debt to sustain their spending.