Anime Archives - Have Ya Seen Japan

Japan and the phenomenon of “kawaii culture”

Kawaii is a Japanese word meaning “cute,” and within Japan, it’s an aesthetic that permeates all aspects of culture and society.

Across the road from Kyoto station is a large shopping complex known as Aeon Mall, featuring an abundance of unique Japanese stores.

There’s a distinct difference between Japanese manga and American comics – while both are captivating, manga delivers something truly unique.

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

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

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!

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

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!

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

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

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!

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?”