Tourism in Japan falls for the first time in 4 years after boycott by China
The End of Over-Tourism? China’s Anger Gives Japan a Breather China’s boycott lowered tourism in Japan, but other countries offset…
June 2026
Mido Pokémon Center cancels all its events in Japan after tragedy
Events canceled at Pokémon Centers due to tragedy in Ikebukuro The franchise canceled all special activities and modified its tournaments…
i☆Ris cancels live photos
The i☆Ris group cancels photo sessions at concerts due to fan harassment The popular voice actress unit decided to cancel…
Controversy in Japan over man who entered womens restroom
Massive Outrage: Man Enters Women’s Bathhouse in Japan, Sparks Chaos A video with 10 million views ignites intense debate over…
Hikikomori: The harsh reality of adult otakus
Who Will Support Them? The Harsh Reality of 60-Year-Old Hikikomori in Japan Over 40% of hikikomori in Japan are over…
Otaku organizes virtual demonstration in favor of war
The internet mocks an otaku who calls for a “pro-war demonstration” Sakamori Ryuto, an amateur military commentator, organized an exclusively…
Japan to require filters for social networks
Not even otakus are spared: Japan targets social media addiction The Japanese government plans to require social networks to activate…
Japanese Minister only loves 2D
Japanese minister admits she only loves 2D and sparks fury online The minister sparked intense controversy after publicly admitting she…
Fans trapped at Tokyo Skytree at Madoka Magica event
Anime The Curse of Madoka: 20 Fans Trapped for Hours at Tokyo Skytree A malfunction at Tokyo Skytree left 20…
Johnny Somali sentenced to 3 years in prison and forced labor
The streamer who mocked Japan receives 3 years in prison in South Korea The controversial streamer Johnny Somali, known for…