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Godzilla Minus Zero release and production details

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Latest: Godzilla -0.0 to hold earliest IMAX screenings in Japan

Toho’s sequel Godzilla Minus Zero, directed, written, and VFX-led by Takashi Yamazaki, continues the post-World War II narrative begun with Godzilla Minus One. Set in 1949, two years after the previous film's events, the

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Chiikawa film success drives extensive merchandise expansion

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Latest: Chiikawa: The Secret of Mermaid Island breaks box office records in Japan

The animated feature Chiikawa: The Secret of Mermaid Island, which opened in Japan on 24 July 2026, has reached record-breaking heights. The film recorded an opening-day gross of ¥9.9 billion, surpassing the debut of the

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McDonald's Happy Meal character collaborations

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Latest: McDonald's launches SpongeBob and One Piece collaboration in Brazil and Mexico

McDonald's has announced several upcoming Happy Meal collaborations featuring character crossovers. In the United States, a promotion starting August 18, 2026, features eight collectible toys mashing up Sanrio character

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Haikyuu!! 2026 promotional collaborations

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Latest: Japanese animation franchises launch new merchandise and movie bonuses

In July 2026, the *Haikyuu!!* franchise rolled out a series of summer promotions across Japan. The first initiative, announced on 22 July, introduced a three-dimensional Ichiban Kuji lottery featuring figurines of Hinata

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The Apothecary Diaries franchise expansion

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Latest: The Apothecary Diaries tops Japan’s Fall 2026 anime anticipation ranking

The ‘The Apothecary Diaries’ franchise has reached a significant milestone, surpassing 57 million copies in cumulative global sales across its light novels and manga, which are translated into 16 languages. In conjunctio

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The Apothecary Diaries video game announcement

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Latest: Koei Tecmo announces The Apothecary Diaries video game

Koei Tecmo, developer Gust, and TOHO Games announced ‘The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother’, the first console video game adaptation of the popular series. Scheduled for release in early 2027, the mystery a

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Godzilla franchise collectible figure releases

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Latest: Godzilla franchise action figures announced by Super7 and Hiya Toys

Various toy manufacturers have announced new collectible figures based on the Godzilla franchise. Tamashii Nations unveiled an S. H. MonsterArts figure inspired by the 1993 film ‘Godzilla vs. Mechagodzilla II’, featurin

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Chiikawa franchise online popularity and adaptation debates

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Latest: Chiikawa character popularity sparks online debate

The ‘Chiikawa’ franchise has recently been the subject of various online discussions in Japan. Initial debate centered on a potential musical adaptation after singer Ayaka Hirahara expressed interest in consulting with T

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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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Jubei Ninpucho 4K revival screening in Japan

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Latest: Jubei Ninpucho anime to receive nationwide 4K revival screening

The period action anime film ‘Jubei Ninpucho’ (also referred to as ‘Yojuhei Ninpucho’) is scheduled for its first nationwide 4K revival screening in Japan beginning September 4, 2026. The two-week limited engagement is p

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Latest: Godzilla Osechi 2027 themed food set announced

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