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The Fashion of Bleach - From Soul Reapers to Style Icons
Runways meet soul-reaping battles in Tite Kubo’s stylish universe.
10 Gothic Anime Masterpieces - From Vampires to Catacombs
The shadowy anime worlds where dark beauty and intrigue collide.
The Secret Tunnel Between Satoshi Kon and Haruki Murakami’s Imaginary Worlds
Murakami and Kon blur reality and dreams in surreal storytelling.
The Ultimate Guide to Junji Ito’s World of Horror Manga
Your guide through Junji Ito’s stories and psychological unease.
GANTZ - The Horror Sci-fi Manga Exploring the Human Condition
A brutal game of survival challenges characters’ morals and beliefs.
Katsuhiro Otomo’s Memories - Three Fragments of Anime Mastery
When legendary anime creators combined forces to craft a stunning masterpiece.
Violent ’80s and ’90s Anime Defying Censorship Rules
Dive into the violent anime from the ’80s and ’90s era.
A Guide to Cyberpunk Anime - Neon-Drenched Futures and Dystopian Realities
Uncover the top cyberpunk anime where humanity and technology collide.
Bringing Anime Backgrounds to Life - Riekeles Gallery
Discover the meticulous preservation of iconic anime backgrounds at Riekeles.
Every Movie Directed by Hayao Miyazaki - A Complete List
Explore every Hayao Miyazaki film, and discover timeless animated masterpieces.
How Demon Slayer Revives an Ancient Nursery Rhyme
Discover the old nursery rhyme that marked the confrontation between Muzan and Ubuyashiki.
The Harsh Quotes of Hayao Miyazaki
Hayao Miyazaki’s quotes reveal the profound, often dark insights behind his genius.
The Macabre World of Japanese Horror Master Junji Ito
Junji Ito redefines the horror genre with his surreal and intriguing manga.
A Beginner's Guide to Horror Manga
Explore top horror manga titles and authors in this beginner's guide.
Shiro Sagisu’s Onomatopoeic Soundtrack of Neon Genesis Evangelion
The evocative scores by Shiro Sagisu define Neon Genesis Evangelion's depth.
When One Piece met Gucci
Witness the straw hat crew take on Gucci’s collection.
Itasha - Japan’s Otaku Car Culture
Explore Japan's car culture that blends art, passion, and anime fandom.
Oyasumi Punpun is Hurting for You
How Asano’s masterpiece seeks comfort in the struggles of daily life.
AKIRA - The Missing Link with the Olympics
As you dive a little deeper in Akira’s narrative, you may discover an intriguing resemblance to Japanese history.
Björn Andrésen - The Face That Inspired a Generation of Manga Artists
The face behind beautiful feminine looking male characters in manga and anime.
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From doujinshi roots to global icons, the revolutionary impact of CLAMP on the world of manga.
Runways, vintage book treasures, and konbini snacks, the final days of Fashion Week Tokyo.