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My Hero Academia Vigilantes Season 2 OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch it Online?
Season 2 of My Hero Academia Vigilantes follows the story of Koichi and Kazuho, who get rescued by Knuckleduster Vigilantes and are recruited to become Vigilantes and save the world, streaming on Crunchyroll.
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OpenAI Faces Backlash from Studio Ghibli, Bandai Namco Over AI-Generated Anime Videos
OpenAI has been urged by Japan’s Content Overseas Distribution Association (CODA) to stop training its AI models on copyrighted anime and gaming content. CODA, representing major publishers behind Dragon Ball, Naruto, One Piece, Final Fantasy and Studio Ghibli classics, said Sora 2 outputs closely resemble protected works, potentially indicating ...
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Japan Tells OpenAI to Stop Using Mario, Pikachu, and Anime Characters in Sora 2 Videos: Report
Japan has reportedly asked OpenAI to halt copyright infringement linked to its Sora 2 video model, which can recreate famous anime and game characters like Pikachu and Goku. The government’s formal request highlights rising concerns over AI-generated media using Japanese IP without consent. OpenAI recently switched Sora to an opt-in policy for ri...
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From Godzilla To Anime: How Atomic Bombings Shaped Japan's Pop Culture
From Godzilla's fiery atomic breath to post-apocalyptic anime and harrowing depictions of radiation sickness, the influence of the nuclear bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki runs deep in Japanese popular culture.
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"100 Dead Cats, Skin Peeled Off": Inside Japan Woman's House Of Horror
Around 100 dead cats were discovered at the squalid home of a woman in southwest Japan who belonged to an animal welfare group, a local official said
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Watch: Travel Vlogger Gives Inside Look At Doraemon-Themed Train Station In Japan
Located in Kawasaki, the station is often called Doraemon Station due to its connection to the famous Japanese anime and manga character, Doraemon.
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Watch: Capybara Cafe In Tokyo Has Two Giant Rodents You Can Play With While Sipping Coffee
The viral video giving a sneak peek into the Capybara Cafe in Tokyo has clocked a whopping 109 million views.
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Can Japan's VTubers Be the Next Big Cultural Export And Crack Hollywood
Fans waved glow sticks at an animated character on stage, having packed a sold-out Hollywood concert hall to see their virtual idol perform -- showcasing the global ambitions of Japan's "VTuber" subculture.
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Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch it Online?
GUILTY GEAR STRIVE: DUAL RULERS, an anime adaptation of the iconic fighting game, lands on Crunchyroll in April 2025. Set in a world where magic has replaced science, the story follows Sin Kiske as he navigates tensions between humans and Gears. Directed by Shigeru Morikawa with scripts by Norimitsu Kaiho, the series promises an action-packed expan...
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Kinnikuman Perfect Origin Arc Season 2 Now Streaming on Netflix
Kinnikuman Perfect Origin Arc Season 2 debuts January 12, in Japan, with worldwide Netflix streaming from January 13. Fans will witness the thrilling continuation of battles at Tottori Sand Dunes, where the Seigi and Akuma Allied Forces clash with the Perfect Large Numbers Corps. Expect gripping action, iconic characters, and stunning visuals as th...
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Man Finds Bear In Living Room As Japan Relaxes Laws On Shooting Animals
A man in rural Japan found a bear snuggled up in his living room, local media reported Tuesday, as the government prepares to relax laws on shooting the fearsome creatures.
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Experience Japanese School Life For Rs 17,000 In A Unique 'One-Day Student' Scheme
The experience aims to provide tourists with a taste of Japanese schools while boosting tourism in the region.
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Japan To Use AI Detection System To Tackle Online Manga, Anime Piracy
Japan is planning to use AI to police anime and manga pirating websites that the pop-culture powerhouse accuses of costing it billions of dollars in lost revenue every year.
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Happy Birthday, Goku And Friends: Japan's 'Dragon Ball' Turns 40
"Dragon Ball" fans on Wednesday celebrated 40 years of the globally beloved Japanese manga, anime and video game franchise, just months after creator Akira Toriyama's unexpected death.
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Cats Associate More with Words Compared to Human Babies, New Study Reveals
New research shows cats have the ability to link words and images faster than toddlers, suggesting a surprising cognitive ability in felines. Conducted at Azabu University in Japan, the study used visual cues to reveal that cats could recognise altered word-image pairings, showing signs of confusion and attention to detail. The findings, published ...
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My Hero Academia Vigilantes Season 2 OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch it Online?
Season 2 of My Hero Academia Vigilantes follows the story of Koichi and Kazuho, who get rescued by Knuckleduster Vigilantes and are recruited to become Vigilantes and save the world, streaming on Crunchyroll.
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OpenAI Faces Backlash from Studio Ghibli, Bandai Namco Over AI-Generated Anime Videos
OpenAI has been urged by Japan’s Content Overseas Distribution Association (CODA) to stop training its AI models on copyrighted anime and gaming content. CODA, representing major publishers behind Dragon Ball, Naruto, One Piece, Final Fantasy and Studio Ghibli classics, said Sora 2 outputs closely resemble protected works, potentially indicating ...
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Japan Tells OpenAI to Stop Using Mario, Pikachu, and Anime Characters in Sora 2 Videos: Report
Japan has reportedly asked OpenAI to halt copyright infringement linked to its Sora 2 video model, which can recreate famous anime and game characters like Pikachu and Goku. The government’s formal request highlights rising concerns over AI-generated media using Japanese IP without consent. OpenAI recently switched Sora to an opt-in policy for ri...
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From Godzilla To Anime: How Atomic Bombings Shaped Japan's Pop Culture
From Godzilla's fiery atomic breath to post-apocalyptic anime and harrowing depictions of radiation sickness, the influence of the nuclear bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki runs deep in Japanese popular culture.
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"100 Dead Cats, Skin Peeled Off": Inside Japan Woman's House Of Horror
Around 100 dead cats were discovered at the squalid home of a woman in southwest Japan who belonged to an animal welfare group, a local official said
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Watch: Travel Vlogger Gives Inside Look At Doraemon-Themed Train Station In Japan
Located in Kawasaki, the station is often called Doraemon Station due to its connection to the famous Japanese anime and manga character, Doraemon.
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Watch: Capybara Cafe In Tokyo Has Two Giant Rodents You Can Play With While Sipping Coffee
The viral video giving a sneak peek into the Capybara Cafe in Tokyo has clocked a whopping 109 million views.
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Can Japan's VTubers Be the Next Big Cultural Export And Crack Hollywood
Fans waved glow sticks at an animated character on stage, having packed a sold-out Hollywood concert hall to see their virtual idol perform -- showcasing the global ambitions of Japan's "VTuber" subculture.
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Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch it Online?
GUILTY GEAR STRIVE: DUAL RULERS, an anime adaptation of the iconic fighting game, lands on Crunchyroll in April 2025. Set in a world where magic has replaced science, the story follows Sin Kiske as he navigates tensions between humans and Gears. Directed by Shigeru Morikawa with scripts by Norimitsu Kaiho, the series promises an action-packed expan...
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Kinnikuman Perfect Origin Arc Season 2 Now Streaming on Netflix
Kinnikuman Perfect Origin Arc Season 2 debuts January 12, in Japan, with worldwide Netflix streaming from January 13. Fans will witness the thrilling continuation of battles at Tottori Sand Dunes, where the Seigi and Akuma Allied Forces clash with the Perfect Large Numbers Corps. Expect gripping action, iconic characters, and stunning visuals as th...
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Man Finds Bear In Living Room As Japan Relaxes Laws On Shooting Animals
A man in rural Japan found a bear snuggled up in his living room, local media reported Tuesday, as the government prepares to relax laws on shooting the fearsome creatures.
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Experience Japanese School Life For Rs 17,000 In A Unique 'One-Day Student' Scheme
The experience aims to provide tourists with a taste of Japanese schools while boosting tourism in the region.
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Japan To Use AI Detection System To Tackle Online Manga, Anime Piracy
Japan is planning to use AI to police anime and manga pirating websites that the pop-culture powerhouse accuses of costing it billions of dollars in lost revenue every year.
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Happy Birthday, Goku And Friends: Japan's 'Dragon Ball' Turns 40
"Dragon Ball" fans on Wednesday celebrated 40 years of the globally beloved Japanese manga, anime and video game franchise, just months after creator Akira Toriyama's unexpected death.
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Cats Associate More with Words Compared to Human Babies, New Study Reveals
New research shows cats have the ability to link words and images faster than toddlers, suggesting a surprising cognitive ability in felines. Conducted at Azabu University in Japan, the study used visual cues to reveal that cats could recognise altered word-image pairings, showing signs of confusion and attention to detail. The findings, published ...
