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Tokyo's life-size Gundam statue to be removed in August'Arab News Japan
6+ hour, 27+ min ago (102+ words) Tokyo's beloved life-size Unicorn Gundam statue is scheduled to be removed this August, after 8 years and 11 months since its installation." Located on the artificial island Odaiba, the 19. 7-meter statue was first displayed in 2017 and has become a popular attraction for…...
Hit reality show helps rev up Japan's delinquent youth subculture
1+ mon, 21+ hour ago (826+ words) TOKYO: Sporting towering Elvis-style hair and a school uniform modified into a rebellious silhouette, 15-year-old Reona worships Japan's classic bad-boy subculture recently taken global by a hit Netflix dating show. Japan in the heady 1980s teemed with hot-blooded teens who rebelled…...
Saudi company Manga Productions participates in Anime Japan2026
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (246+ words) TOKYO: Saudi Arabia's Manga Productions, a subsidiary of Mohammed bin Salman Foundation, participated in Anime Japan 2026, one of the world's most popular events related to anime, from March 28 to 31, showcasing Saudi Arabia's culture and talent to a global audience." Participating…...
New trailer teases final saga of Tokyo Revengers Season 4
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (147+ words) A new trailer has been released for the fourth season of Tokyo Revengers, offering a first look at the highly anticipated "War of the Three Titans" arc, which marks the beginning of the series" final saga. The upcoming installment follows…...
The rapid growth of Japanese pop culture scene in the UAE
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (359+ words) Japan has been known for its infamous technology, cars, food, culture as well entertainment and pop culture that being a major part of many people lives around the world including in the UAE. Loy Pinheiro, show director of MEFCC and…...
Nippon Animation: 50 years of animation magic and storytelling
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (839+ words) Nippon Animation, one of the most renowned animation studios in Japan, is celebrating its 50th anniversary since its foundation in 1975. The studio is known for its numerous anime franchises such as: Rascal the Raccoon, Anne of Green Gables and more. For…...
Animenia Abu Dhabi returns in February with immersive anime experiences
4+ mon, 2+ day ago (430+ words) ABU DHABI: Animenia Abu Dhabi, the UAE's annual anime festival, returns with the world's largest cosplay prize pool and immersive experiences straight out of iconic Japanese anime series from Feb. 11 to 15. Taking place at Manarat Al Saadiyat, the festival is…...
Anime and pop culture icons to drive UAE toy market growth in 2026
4+ mon, 6+ day ago (339+ words) From teens to seasoned collectors, the momentum built in 2025 continues to drive demand for anime and pop-culture collectibles across the UAE and global markets, positioning the toy sector for strong growth in 2026. Once seen as a childhood hobby, collectibles have…...