Blonde, Goth, gay: 'Hina' dolls in Japan get modern updates as interest in tradition wanes
Japan's Hina Matsuri festival, celebrated every spring in hopes of girls' healthy growth, typically features displays of ...
Anime and mascots: Japan hopes 'oshikatsu' rage will open consumer wallets
In Japan, policymakers and economists are paying close attention to the "oshikatsu" phenomenon as a growing driver of ...
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History of Japanese Animation for Girls
Since the release of Sally the Witch back in 1966, the ‘magical girl’ (maho shojo) has become one of the most popular ...
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Hello Kitty Oozes Elegance & Refinement in New Limited-Edition Kimono Doll Release
Sanrio's Hello Kitty oozes elegance and refinement in a new limited-edition doll release, inspired by Edo's long history of ...
Gunma: Raking in Good Luck
For centuries, Daruma dolls have been popular in Japan as talismans to bring good fortune. The largest producer of Daruma dolls in Japan is Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture, where there are about 40 ...