Pokémon Art with a Traditional Twist
Pokémon look more distinguished than ever in authentic 'ukiyo-e' that pay homage to a pair of feudal Japan’s greatest artists.
PassCode — 'Miss Unlimited'
Like your J-pop mixed with metal and retro video game sounds? You'll want to break out your old 'Contra' cartridge after giving PassCode a listen!
Eat in the World of Final Fantasy XV
The makers of Final Fantasy are now also the makers of awesome burgers and cake at this Akihabara restaurant and gift shop.
The Pokéworld Meets Our World
We all wish Pokémon could exist in real life, but one 3-D artist has taken matters into his own hands and has drawn Pokémon in our world.
Game Boy-ify Your Pictures with This Cool App
We take a look at a Japanese website that lets you transform your photos into 8-bit, Gameboy-style works of art!
New Nintendo: Crisper Graphics, Same Nostalgia
A new Famicom Mini commercial emulates the original 1983 Nintendo Famicom ad but with more up-to-date graphics.
Outstanding 'Overwatch' Origami
Let these YouTubers show you how to create your very own goods based on the extremely successful multiplayer game.
Run Away from Ghosts in a Pac-Man Rickshaw
Why settle for an ordinary rickshaw when you can glide through Asakusa in one shaped like legendary video game character Pac-Man?
Sega’s Mega Drive/Genesis Lives Again!
This re-release of the classic 16-bit video game console won’t be manufactured by Sega, or even in Japan, but that won't stop us from buying one!
'Pokémon GO' to Tohoku to Catch Rare Pokémon
Travel to the Tohoku region, the site of the 2011 Great East Japan earthquake, to see the effects of pocket monster Lapras’ real-world healing powers. And with a higher-than-usual catch rate, you can take one home too!
Final Fantasy 30th Anniversary Logo Released
Square Enix celebrated the 30th anniversary of Final Fantasy in Tokyo on January 31, unveiling anniversary logos designed by legendary character artist Yoshitaka Amano.
Cost Play! Can You Afford to Cosplay?
How much would it cost to buy your favorite character's clothing?
Ditto Debuts in Pokémon GO
You won’t find the clever shape-shifter on the in-game map, but you can now catch them in a rather unexpected way...
The New PlayStation VR Comes With a Mini PS4
The PlayStation VR Processor Unit acts as a middle man between the headset and the PS4 console itself.
Introducing the Ultimate Gaming Chair!
Ever gamed for too long only to have your back suffer? No worries—this chair's got your back... er, front!
Larger Than Life Attractions Coming to USJ
'Big' is looking to be the operative word for 2017's Japanese pop-culture-themed attractions at Universal Studios Japan. We're talking 'Monster Hunter,' 'Godzilla' and 'Attack on Titan' big!
Explore 'Your Name' in a Whole New Way
The hit anime movie that took Japan by storm now has its own world, built and designed by a Minecraft player.
Programming Isn't Just for Youngsters Anymore
How cool is this 81-year-old Japanese woman who learns programming from scratch to make an awesome mobile game!
A Monstrous Version of Origami
With amazing dexterity and ingenuity, one Japanese user is able to fold a creature from 'Monster Hunter' using a single sheet of paper.
