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Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO – A beautiful revival of an old classic
Anime / Dragon Ball / Gaming / Manga

Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO – A beautiful revival of an old classic

Posted on: December 13, 2024December 13, 2024

The iconic Budokai Tenkaichi series has been revived almost two decades later with the release of the bestseller Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO.

Remembering Akira Toriyama – the creator of Dragon Ball
Anime / Dragon Ball / Manga / Thoughts

Remembering Akira Toriyama – the creator of Dragon Ball

Posted on: November 11, 2024November 11, 2024

An entire generation of people felt they had lost a father figure when Akira Toriyama, the author of the legendary Dragon Ball series, died.

My top 5 favorite anime merch items from Japan!
Akihabara / Anime / Dragon Ball / Shopping / Tokyo

My top 5 favorite anime merch items from Japan!

Posted on: November 8, 2024November 8, 2024

It’s a treasure trove for exclusive anime merch you won’t find anywhere else. Here are 5 of my favorite anime merch items I bought from Japan!

Where to find the best Dragon Ball merchandise in Japan
Akihabara / Anime / Combini / Dragon Ball / Manga / Shopping

Where to find the best Dragon Ball merchandise in Japan

Posted on: September 21, 2024September 21, 2024

For a Dragon Ball fan, Japan is a shopping paradise, offering all kinds of merchandise from figures to clothing to accessories and more!

Japan’s FamilyMart showcases an obsession with anime cards!
Anime / Combini / Dragon Ball / Family Mart / Food / Manga

Japan’s FamilyMart showcases an obsession with anime cards!

Posted on: May 20, 2024May 20, 2024

I’ve said before that Japan is an anime society and I stand by my claim. FamilyMart’s stacks of collectible anime cards are living proof!

Kabukicho is the heart of Shinjuku’s nightlife
Anime / Arcades / Shinjuku / Tokyo / Travel

Kabukicho is the heart of Shinjuku’s nightlife

Posted on: November 11, 2023February 18, 2025

You haven’t seen Shinjuku without walking through Kabukicho. Bright neon signs, pop culture, and street performers are what it’s all about!

Exploring DiverCity’s Gundam Base
Anime / Odaiba / Shopping

Exploring DiverCity’s Gundam Base

Posted on: November 4, 2023November 4, 2023

DiverCity’s Gundam Base is a dedicated store for fans of the timeless Gundam anime series located in the heart of Odaiba, Tokyo Bay.

Where are the best places to buy anime merchandise? (Top 5 list)
Akihabara / Anime / Manga / Osaka / Shibuya / Shopping / Tokyo

Where are the best places to buy anime merchandise? (Top 5 list)

Posted on: October 26, 2023October 26, 2023

For many of us foreigners, it was anime that got us interested in visiting Japan. Here are the best places in Japan to buy anime merchandise!

5 reasons to visit Akihabara even if you’re not a geek
Akihabara / Anime / Manga / Pet Cafes

5 reasons to visit Akihabara even if you’re not a geek

Posted on: June 15, 2023October 26, 2023

Akihabara is a haven for lovers of Japanese anime, comics, and games, but what if I told you you can still have a great time as a “normy?”

JUMP SHOP – Japan’s dedicated store for Shōnen Jump merch
Anime / Osaka / Shopping / Tokyo

JUMP SHOP – Japan’s dedicated store for Shōnen Jump merch

Posted on: March 10, 2023March 10, 2023

JUMP SHOP is a merch store dedicated to Shōnen Jump anime. Dragon Ball, One Piece, and Naruto are just a few of the big-name shows featured.

Nakano Broadway offers anime fans an alternative to Akihabara
Anime / Shopping / Tokyo / Travel

Nakano Broadway offers anime fans an alternative to Akihabara

Posted on: February 14, 2023February 14, 2023

Akihabara isn’t the only hub for anime enthusiasts, because you’ll find a plethora of both budget and premium anime goods at Nakano Broadway!

5 cool things you’ll find in Japan’s arcades
Anime / Arcades / Gaming / Vending machine

5 cool things you’ll find in Japan’s arcades

Posted on: January 14, 2023January 24, 2023

Japan’s arcades are no different from western arcades for the most part, but they do put a unique spin on things that’ll leave you in awe!

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