Features
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Live Report
Vocaloid Opera “The End” Starring Hatsune Miku Lives Up to the Hype in Stunning Fashion
When one thinks of an opera, they tend to imagine some sort of era-themed backdrop, occupied by actors in elaborate costumes. An orchestra tends to ...
June 17, 2013
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Special
Tokyo Scenes: Iconic Shibuya’s Music and Pop Culture Clashes
When a news report or Hollywood movie needs to conjure an image of modern-day Tokyo in five seconds or less, filmmakers usually head to Shibuya. ...
June 11, 2013
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Live Report
Outlook Japan Launches in Tectonic Style
If you happened to be around the Shin Kiba area of Tokyo on May 19, you may have noticed something unusual – a perpetual tremor ...
June 9, 2013
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Tokyo Scenes: Shinjuku’s Skyscrapers and Subcultures
Shinjuku is one of the most recognizable spots in Japan. The skyline of its skyscraper district, the night time neon-lit streets, and the bustle of ...
June 4, 2013
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Special
Getting to the Core of Kawaii
“Kawaii, kawaii!!” Sure, the word is making its way around the world now, but what exactly does it mean? Turns out it’s a bit deeper ...
May 31, 2013
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Live Report
Hong Kong Sees Idols Galore at Kawaii POP Fest 2013
There’s no way you can really condense all the different types of kawaii out there – everyone has their own twist on this almost abstract ...
May 29, 2013
News
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Ani-songs and Dream Collabs at Animelo Summer Live 2013
The biggest event of its kind in the world, “Animelo Summer Live 2013 – Flag Nine-” is ani-song mecca. The fest will be held over ...
June 19, 2013
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News
The「Now」Of Japan’s Pop Art in Illustration 2013
Fans of J-anime and illustration will need to get their hands on this. Proclaimed by the publishers as the「Now」of illustration, the newly released “Illustration 2013″ ...
June 14, 2013
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J-pop Diva Namie Amuro and Gundam’s Amuro Ray Feature in a Collab That’s Out of This World
Who would have thought that J-pop superstar Namie Amuro would be linked to the world of animation? Anime otakus out there may have figured out ...
June 7, 2013
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J-films to Make A Showing at San Francisco’s First Ever J-film Fest
J-film freaks in the Bay Area are in for a treat come summer. Fans of Japanese cinema can look forward to nine days of full-length ...
June 6, 2013
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News
Hong Kong Gets a Blast of Kawaii From Japan’s Idols
It seems that this year is gonna be a good one for Japan’s “kawaii” culture. With so many gigs and fests happening around the globe ...
May 13, 2013
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News
VAMPS to Go Nico Nico Live
Most musicians will tell you that sites such as YouTube and Ustream are crucial to worldwide success. And Japan is no different. Except in Japan there ...
April 23, 2013
Videos
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Video Interview
Yuki Kashiwagi Idols and Artists: The Best of Both Worlds – Segment 2
Yuki Kashiwagi of AKB48 talks to the MTV 81 team about getting the best of both worlds now that she’s gone solo – a singer-songwriter ...
June 17, 2013
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Music Video
WEAVER Yume Jyanai Kono Sekai
J-rock fans! Be one of the first to check out the teaser of WEAVER’s latest single, “Yume Jyanai Kono Sekai,” coming out on Jun. 26, ...
June 13, 2013
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Video Interview
MTV Inside PAMEO POSE produced by PELI – Segment 1
J-fashion fans, meet the unquestionably cool stylist and designer PELI. One of those unique minds that sees the abstract shapes, colors and textures in this ...
June 13, 2013
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Video Interview
MTV Inside PAMEO POSE produced by PELI – Segment 2
J-fashion fans, meet the unquestionably cool stylist and designer PELI. One of those unique minds that sees the abstract shapes, colors and textures in this ...
June 13, 2013
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Video Interview
MTV Inside PAMEO POSE produced by PELI – Segment 3
J-fashion fans, meet the unquestionably cool stylist and designer PELI. One of those unique minds that sees the abstract shapes, colors and textures in this ...
June 13, 2013
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Video Interview
Yuki Kashiwagi From Supergroup to Solo – Segment 1
Yuki Kashiwagi is no stranger to the spotlight, being one of AKB48′s leading members. But now she’s experiencing the limelight alone – and loving it. ...
June 12, 2013
