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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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Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Box Office Collection Day 2: Anime Shows No Signs Of Slowing Down
On Saturday, the film recorded an overall occupancy of 47.75% in Japanese (2D)
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Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Box Office Collection Day 1: Anime Off To A Smashing Start, Beats Baaghi 4 And Superman
The film, directed by Haruo Sotozaki, features the original Japanese voice cast, including Natsuki Hanae, Takahiro Sakurai, Saori Hayami, Akira Ashida, and Hiro Shimono.
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Dragon Ball Z Season 3 To Premiere on Netflix in September: All You Need to Know About This Popular Japanese Anime
The Japanese Anime Series Dragon Ball Z S3 is back with its part 2 conclusion of the Frieza Saga, created by Toei Animation. It is back with various iconic battles. The series will stream on Netflix on September 15, 2025. It will also reflect on Goku's legendary Super Saiyan transformation and the infamous five-minute countdown to Namek's destructi...
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Opinion: How A Japanese Anime Became Indonesia's Surprise Protest Symbol
A Japanese anime has unexpectedly become a symbol of resistance in Indonesia, as young people lean into popular culture to speak out against corruption and ineffective governance.
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Why A Japanese Anime Pirate Flag Has Caused Controversy In Indonesia
A pirate flag from the Japanese anime One Piece is being used as a symbol to criticise the Indonesian government's policies.
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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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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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Parineeti Chopra, Rakul Preet Singh And Bipasha Basu Join The Viral Ghibli Trend
Ghibli trend involves reimagining personal photos in the distinctive art style of the renowned Japanese animation studio
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How To Create Studio Ghibli-Inspired Images For Free Without ChatGPT
Whether it's Instagram or X, our social media feeds, at large, are in anime mode! Studio Ghibli portraits have taken the internet by storm in the last 48 hours, with people turning everything - into Japanese anime-inspired art.
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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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Disney Bets on Korean and Japanese Originals in Asia Growth Push
Disney is focusing on select Asian markets to help scale up the local subscriber base and draw international viewership, while cutting content investment in Southeast Asia. Its India operation merged with Reliance Industries’s media business to form a joint venture called JioStar.
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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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Sony Said to Be in Talks to Buy Elden Ring Maker FromSoftware's Parent Company
Sony is in talks to acquire Kadokawa. The talks between the two sides are ongoing and, if successful, a deal could be signed in the coming weeks, the sources said. Sony's focus includes anime, whose growth worldwide has been fueled by the spread of streaming services and greater familiarity with Japanese culture.
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"Animal Cruelty": Abu Dhabi's First Owl Cafe Goes Viral, Internet Angry
The cafe owner said that the idea was inspired by the Japanese Owl Cafes. "We enhanced the idea in a way that would satisfy the Middle Eastern society," he concluded.
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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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Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Box Office Collection Day 2: Anime Shows No Signs Of Slowing Down
On Saturday, the film recorded an overall occupancy of 47.75% in Japanese (2D)
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Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Box Office Collection Day 1: Anime Off To A Smashing Start, Beats Baaghi 4 And Superman
The film, directed by Haruo Sotozaki, features the original Japanese voice cast, including Natsuki Hanae, Takahiro Sakurai, Saori Hayami, Akira Ashida, and Hiro Shimono.
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Dragon Ball Z Season 3 To Premiere on Netflix in September: All You Need to Know About This Popular Japanese Anime
The Japanese Anime Series Dragon Ball Z S3 is back with its part 2 conclusion of the Frieza Saga, created by Toei Animation. It is back with various iconic battles. The series will stream on Netflix on September 15, 2025. It will also reflect on Goku's legendary Super Saiyan transformation and the infamous five-minute countdown to Namek's destructi...
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Opinion: How A Japanese Anime Became Indonesia's Surprise Protest Symbol
A Japanese anime has unexpectedly become a symbol of resistance in Indonesia, as young people lean into popular culture to speak out against corruption and ineffective governance.
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Why A Japanese Anime Pirate Flag Has Caused Controversy In Indonesia
A pirate flag from the Japanese anime One Piece is being used as a symbol to criticise the Indonesian government's policies.
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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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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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Parineeti Chopra, Rakul Preet Singh And Bipasha Basu Join The Viral Ghibli Trend
Ghibli trend involves reimagining personal photos in the distinctive art style of the renowned Japanese animation studio
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How To Create Studio Ghibli-Inspired Images For Free Without ChatGPT
Whether it's Instagram or X, our social media feeds, at large, are in anime mode! Studio Ghibli portraits have taken the internet by storm in the last 48 hours, with people turning everything - into Japanese anime-inspired art.
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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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Disney Bets on Korean and Japanese Originals in Asia Growth Push
Disney is focusing on select Asian markets to help scale up the local subscriber base and draw international viewership, while cutting content investment in Southeast Asia. Its India operation merged with Reliance Industries’s media business to form a joint venture called JioStar.
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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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Sony Said to Be in Talks to Buy Elden Ring Maker FromSoftware's Parent Company
Sony is in talks to acquire Kadokawa. The talks between the two sides are ongoing and, if successful, a deal could be signed in the coming weeks, the sources said. Sony's focus includes anime, whose growth worldwide has been fueled by the spread of streaming services and greater familiarity with Japanese culture.
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"Animal Cruelty": Abu Dhabi's First Owl Cafe Goes Viral, Internet Angry
The cafe owner said that the idea was inspired by the Japanese Owl Cafes. "We enhanced the idea in a way that would satisfy the Middle Eastern society," he concluded.
