From kimono to keitai; research Japanese facts and figures through translated opinion polls and surveys.
Fuji Television announcer Mana Mikami has shared the joyful news that she is expecting her first child through a post on her official Instagram account. Known for her role as the main host of the morning information and entertainment show Non-Stop, Mikami expressed her excitement and gratitude while confirming that she plans to continue working…
Popular actress and entertainer Yuno Ohara (26) has withdrawn from her ongoing stage play due to health issues and has been hospitalized. The announcement came on February 18 via her official website. Following a medical evaluation after the February 17 performance, she was diagnosed with pneumothorax, a condition requiring immediate rest and treatment. Despite her…
Japanese boy band Naniwa Danshi has achieved a major milestone with the release of their latest single, HARD WORK, which debuted at number one on the Oricon Daily Singles Ranking. The single sold an impressive 550,000 copies on its first day, surpassing the debut sales of their first single, Shoshin LOVE (Ubu Love), which sold…
Netflix has been rapidly expanding its unscripted content, particularly in the reality TV space, reflecting both changing audience preferences and a broader vision for global storytelling. Traditionally, reality television has often been associated with simple concepts such as dating competitions, talent contests, or social experiments. While these formats remain popular, Netflix is reimagining the genre…
In a heartwarming announcement on February 13, 2026, entertainers Jin Josaki and his wife Chikae Kashima shared the joyous news that they have welcomed their first child, a healthy baby girl. The couple posted a heartfelt message on social media, expressing gratitude, awe, and deep affection as they embark on this life-changing milestone together. A…
Japanese anime has long been celebrated for its unique artistry, imaginative worlds, and emotional storytelling. However, in recent years, anime has become more than just a domestic cultural product. With growing global popularity, international collaboration and influence are shaping the medium in unprecedented ways. Foreign creators, audiences, and trends are contributing to new styles, narratives,…
Anime is more than just a form of entertainment; it is a cultural phenomenon that connects millions of fans across Japan and the globe. Conventions and awards, such as the Crunchyroll Anime Awards, play a pivotal role in shaping the discourse around anime. These events not only celebrate creativity but also influence trends, industry decisions,…
Anime has grown from a niche interest to a global entertainment phenomenon. Behind its popularity are passionate fan communities that do more than watch and discuss. They actively shape trends and influence industry decisions. Through social media discussions, fan art, and conventions, these communities have become a critical force in determining which anime succeed and…
This ranking survey from goo Ranking looked at movies from the 1980s that people want to watch in the cinema again. I’m familiar with all the Hollywood movies listed here bar Big (I’ve only seen snippets), and about half of the Japanese ones. Top of the list, Back to the Future, interestingly had a now-cancelled…
This fun little ranking survey from goo Ranking asked Japanese to choose who they rated the most as Japanese living legends of rock. My top pick would be number 5 here, Southern All Stars, but there’s a good number of groups I’ve never heard of. One that caught my eye was Yabai T-shirts Yasan, in…
Aeon Cinema, a cinema operator, recently released the results of a survey into cinema-going habits. Demographics Between the 17th and 19th of January 2014 1,204 members of the public from all over Japan completed an internet questionnaire, although it is not specified how the sample was selected. 50.2% of the sample were male, 19.9% in…
japan.internet.com recently reported on a survey by goo Research into smart television. Demographics Between the 23rd and 27th of August 2013 1,070 members of the goo Research online monitor group completed a private internet-based questionnaire. 53.6% of the sample were male, 13.6% in their teens, 15.7% in their twenties, 21.7% in their thirties, 17.2% in…
Here’s a nice year-end wrap-up survey, goo Ranking looking at the animated and superhero movies that people would most recommend. Demographics Between the 5th and 7th of November 2012 1,049 members of the goo Research monitor group completed a private internet-based questionnaire. 58.8% of the sample were female, 10.2% in their teens, 14.6% in their…
It seems that just about every other Japanese film coming out these days is based on a cartoon or comic, so it seems a good time to have a look with goo Ranking at how people rate the best live-action movie adaptations of manga and anime. Demographics Over the 22nd and 23rd of July 2011…
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