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15 Kitagawa Marin Facts That Show Why We’re In Love With The My Dress-Up Darling Character

Here are 15 Kitagawa Marin facts that explain the internet's obsession with this seemingly perfect gyaru from My Dress-up Darling.

The release date for Suzume no Tojimari has been announced, and the newly released trailer is nothing short of magical.

With Donbei's possible upcoming aburaage tofu blanket, their cup noodles won't be the only thing giving you warmth and comfort.

Studio Ghibli recently released a series of rings that feature Howl’s Moving Castle's Calcifer in all his adorable forms.

You've seen her crawling out of television screens. Now, watch Sadako as a YouTube star as she vlogs about her daily life on her channel.

Renting apartments in Japan as a foreigner doesn't have to be an intimidating process - here's a guide on everything you should know.

Read these Japanese horror stories to keep you company late into the night. Who knows, you might make a new “friend” along the way.

Stunning animation, stacked cast and staff list, complete with an opening theme song by Eve - Bubble will drop on Netflix this April.

Expand your knowledge of Japanese internet slang so that you can understand and blend in during your favourite virtual Youtuber's livestream.

Here are the top 20 Japanese romance dramas of all time that actually have an engaging and interesting plot!