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Kumiko Takeda photo book release

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Latest: Kumiko Takeda releases first photo book in 23 years

Japanese model and actress Kumiko Takeda is releasing a new photo book titled ‘Sango’, published by Kodansha. This project marks her first major photo book in approximately 23 years. Inspired by a conversation in San Di

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Omega Horn Tokusatsu series broadcast

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Latest: Kakusei Hunter Omega Horn episode 8 details and spin-off news

The Tokusatsu series ‘Omega Horn’, part of the ‘PROJECT R.E.D.’ initiative by TV Asahi and Toei, continues its broadcast. Following the sixth episode, titled ‘Break Through! The Mansion of Gluttony!’, which involves th

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Sanrio characters exhibition in Tokyo

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Latest: Sanrio characters exhibition releases Halloween-themed goods in Tokyo

Sony Creative Products announced a second wave of limited-edition merchandise for the ‘Sanrio characters Exhibition Hotel Floria Tokyo’ at the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower in Shinjuku. Scheduled for release on September 19, 2

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Winnie-the-Pooh 100th anniversary celebrations in Japan

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Latest: Winnie the Pooh celebrates 100th anniversary with new goods and collaborations

Since early July 2026, Disney Japan has expanded its centennial campaign for A. A. Milne’s Winnie-the-Pooh. The company named singers-actors Sakura Shou, Abe Ryohei and Kawashima Noe as “Pooh Time” ambassadors, promoting

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Blue Lock live‑action film rollout and box office success

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Latest: Blue Lock live-action film surpasses 1.2 billion yen in box office revenue

Following its 7 August 2026 release in Japan, the live-action adaptation of the soccer manga Blue Lock has achieved major commercial success. Within its first ten days, the film earned over 730 million yen and reached 51

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Chiikawa franchise merchandise and media expansions

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Latest: Chiikawa franchise announces new manga volume and fashion collaboration

The Chiikawa franchise, created by illustrator Nagano, has announced several new product releases and collaborations. Initial announcements included various merchandise such as ‘chiyogami’ paper, die-cut sticker sets, an

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Blue Lock media collaborations

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Latest: Sloclap announces Rematch and Blue Lock collaboration

The anime series ‘Blue Lock’ has entered into multiple media collaborations. In mid-August 2026, the series announced a crossover with the mobile RPG ‘Monster Strike’. This event featured various characters, such as Yoic

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Tokyo Disney Sea 25th anniversary celebrations

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Latest: Tokyo DisneySea marks 25th anniversary with commemorative history book

Tokyo Disney Resort is marking the 25th anniversary of Tokyo Disney Sea with a two‑year “Sparkling Jubilee” program running from 15 April 2025 to 31 March 2027. The celebration features a “Jubilee Blue” colour scheme and

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Kodansha Kamen Rider franchise publications

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Latest: Kodansha to release ultimate Kamen Rider photo book

Kodansha announced the release of two major publications to coincide with the upcoming series ‘Kamen Rider Myce’ and the franchise’s 55th anniversary in 2026. The first publication, ‘Kamen Rider Myce & All Kamen Riders

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Japan autumn and Halloween 2026 seasonal activities

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Latest: Disney and Chiikawa launch 2026 Halloween merchandise in Japan

In late August 2026, various Japanese companies announced seasonal events and products centered around the autumn and Halloween periods. Tokyo Disney Resort prepared for its ‘Disney Halloween 2026’ season, scheduled fro

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Rina Yamamoto photo book release

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Latest: Rina Yamamoto to release first photo book in October

Former TBS announcer Rina Yamamoto has announced the release of her first photo book, titled ‘Rina Yamamoto 1st Photobook (tentative),’ which is scheduled for publication by Kodansha on October 28. Shot on Miyako Islan

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WIND BREAKER anime merchandise releases

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Latest: AMNIBUS begins pre-orders for ‘WIND BREAKER’ anime merchandise

New summer-themed merchandise for the ‘WIND BREAKER’ anime series has been announced. The initial release, scheduled for August 21, 2026, features characters such as Haruka Sakura and Hayato Suo in illustrations involvin

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Japanese manga industry updates

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Latest: Manga industry updates: New Kodansha launch and series conclusion

Recent updates in the Japanese manga industry include new magazine releases and shifts in serialization. In mid-August 2026, CoroCoro Comic and Comic Gene prepared their September issues for release. The CoroCoro Comic

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