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Nipponbashi Otaroad

Where Are Japan’s Anime Pilgrimage Sites? Nipponbashi Ota Road: Osaka’s Akihabara

Located not far from Namba, Osaka, Nipponbashi Ota Road is a must-visit spot for anime, manga, and video game enthusiasts. Nippombashi Ota Road is a must-visit spot for anime, manga, and video game enthusiasts. Nipponbashi Ota Road has made a name for itself as a mecca of otaku culture to the extent that it is also referred to as the “Akihabara of Osaka”. It is a must-visit place for those who want to learn more...
ちいぽけ

What is “Chiikawa Pocket”? What kind of game is it? Is it free or paid? Can y...

On March 27, 2025, “Chiikawa Pocket” was released as a smartphone app game for iPhone (iOS) and Android. It is the first game app based on the popular manga and anime “Chiikawa“, so many people have probably been interested in it. Before it was released, more than 2.3 million people had signed up, which shows how much attention it has attracted. In this article, we will tell you what kind of game app “Chiikawa Pocket”...
Miku Hatsune

The Fascinating Story Behind Snow Miku and Her Limited Edition Merch Available Only in Ho...

The popular virtual singer character Hatsune Miku sparked the Vocaloid boom. Did you know that there is a special Hatsune Miku that can only be found in Hokkaido? The Hatsune Miku that is only available in Hokkaido is called Snow Miku, a character that is only available during the winter season. She is characterized by her blue hair color, twin-tail hair, and cute outfit reminiscent of snow. In this article, I, a resident of Hokkaido,...
Pokemon Cafe

Your Guide to Reserving a Spot at the Pokémon Café: Tips and Timing

Pokémon is popular among children and adults, Japanese and foreign tourists alike. The official Pokémon Cafés are permanently set up at the Pokémon Centers in Nihonbashi, Tokyo and Shinsaibashi, Osaka. Pikachu Curry Plate, Pikachu Pancake, Sprigatito Melon Soda, Pokémon Latte, and many other menu items that Pokémon lovers can’t get enough of! If you’re lucky, you may even see Pikachu hanging around! Please note that you cannot enter the super-popular Pokémon Café without a prior...
ドラゴンエイジ

What is Dragon Age? What kind of game is it? Can it be played on Steam and Switch?

The latest game in the series, “Dragon Age: The Veilguard,” was released on November 1, 2024, after a 10-year wait, surprising fans.The game got a lot of attention even before it was released. At the “Tokyo Game Show 2024” in September 2024, there was a playable demo that attracted a lot of people, creating excitement. This article will explain what the “Dragon Age” series is, whether you should play the previous games, and if it’s...

What is the remote waste sorting game called? What kind of game is it? What is the purpos...

Rita Technology Co., Ltd. (hereafter Rita Technology) has started a project with Digital Entertainment Asset Pte. Ltd. (hereafter DEA), a company based in Singapore. They are working together on a new tool to help manage waste.At the heart of this project is a remote waste sorting game called “Eco Catcher Battle.” The goal of this game is to make waste management operations more efficient and develop AI systems that can sort waste automatically. This article...
ずんだもん

What is Zundamon? Is it a text-to-speech site? How does it work? What are its gender and ...

“Zundamon” is a character with a cute voice. You might have heard it on YouTube, Niconico, and Twitch. The character is often introduced with the phrase, “I am Zundamon, no da.” But who exactly is Zundamon? In this article, we’ll explain what kind of character Zundamon is. We’ll also explain if it’s a text-to-speech site, how to use it, and details about its gender. What is Zundamon? （出典：Tohoku Zunko Zundamon Project） Zundamon is a mascot...

What is “The Prince of Tennis The Game of Saying ‘Ahn’”? What kind of game is...

Shueisha Games Inc. will release “The Prince of Tennis The Game of Saying ‘Ahn’” on December 24, 2024. This game is an official collaboration between the popular manga “The Prince of Tennis” and the party game “Game of Saying Huh!” (Game design: Kazunari Yonemitsu, Publisher: Gentosha Inc.). It’s a new sensory board game where players perform the “signature lines” of the princes using only their voice and facial expressions, and then try to guess each...
アストロボット　パッケージ版

What is ASTRO BOT? Is it a game? Can you play it on Steam?

A game where you control a cute robot to explore: ASTRO BOT. Released exclusively for the PS5, this title has become a hit, with more than 1.5 million copies sold within just two months of its launch in September 2024. Many people may already recognize it as a popular game. This time, we’ll introduce what Astro Bot is about, the platforms it supports, and whether it’s playable on Steam. At The Game Awards 2024, Astro...
Pal World

Nintendo Files Patent Infringement Suit Against Palworld: Comparing Japanese and Global R...

On September 19, 2024, Nintendo announced that it has filed a lawsuit against game developer Pocket Pair Inc. (Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo) jointly with Pokémon Inc. for infringement of multiple patents in Palworld. Palworld is an open world survival crafting monster raising game distributed on the PC game distribution platform Steam. Since the early access version of the game was released on January 19, 2023, there have been many comments on social networking sites that the game...