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Why “Political Correctness” in Games Annoys Players: Do We Really Need Divers...
Recently, “diversity (DEI / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion)” has become a major theme in the game industry. The term “political correctness” (often abbreviated as “PC”) has also become widely known. It refers to efforts to avoid using “discriminatory expressions” based on characteristics like race, nationality, disability, and religion. Instead, people should use “neutral expressions” that are not discriminatory. Many people who like games have probably heard terms like “political correctness” and “DEI” at least once....
NotebookLM: Your AI Note Assistant – Features, Cost, & How to Use
On May 19, 2025, Google started offering iOS and Android apps for “NotebookLM“, an “AI-powered” note-taking assistant tool developed by the company. Google’s NotebookLM is an AI tool that is very easy to use. You can upload materials to it, and the AI will summarize the key points, answer your questions, and explain the content through audio. Paid subscribers get extra features, but the basic functions are “free” for anyone with a Google account. Users...
Kisaragi Station: The Japanese Urban Legend & Its Mysterious Origins (Movie Tie-in)
The urban legend of “Kisaragi Station” started in 2004 when someone posted a “real-time account of getting lost in another world” on an online forum. The poster said they got off at a station on the Enshu Railway, a real railway line in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. At the time, its eerie content and realistic descriptions became a hot topic, and even 20 years later, people still talk about it online. On June 13, 2025, the...
Nintendo Switch 2 Reselling in Japan: Anti-Resale Efforts, Shoko Nakagawa’s Backlas...
The new Nintendo gaming console, “Nintendo Switch 2“, was released on June 5, 2025. Many people applied for the lottery to buy the new model, so it’s still “difficult to get your hands on“. Nintendo set application conditions to prevent resale, such as “having played Nintendo Switch software for more than 50 hours as of February 28, 2025”. Nintendo revealed that the number of applicants in Japan for the first lottery at the official “My...
Pole Shift Explained: Next Event, Impacts, & Precursors
Recently, urban legends have been circulating, primarily on social media, claiming that a pole shift will cause the Earth’s magnetic poles to reverse and that civilization will end if a pole shift occurs. Many people are likely wondering, “What exactly is a pole shift?” and “Will it really happen? What if it does?” In reality, a “pole shift” is a natural cycle that has occurred repeatedly throughout Earth’s history. Movements resembling “precursors” are even being...
Osaka Expo 2025: Why the Insect Swarms? Chironomid Control & Essential Bug Spray Tips
The “EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai Expo (Japan International Exposition 2025)” is being held in Yumeshima, Osaka City, for “184 days” from April 13 to October 13, 2025. As time goes on, more and more people are talking about the Expo on social media and with their friends. On May 31, over 180,000 people visited, and even more are expected to visit in the future. However, when thinking about a visit to the Osaka Expo, one...
Expo 2025 Osaka: Top 5 Pavilions for Elementary Schoolers & Kids
The “EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai Expo (Japan International Exposition 2025)”, which opened on April 13, 2025, is becoming more popular. The event is called the Osaka Expo. It is based on the idea of “Designing Future Society for Our Lives.” Many adults, children, and elementary school students visit the event every day. In this article, I will talk about the pavilions and recommended spots at EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai Expo that elementary school students can...
Why Is Sweet Baby Inc. Controversial? Reasons for Backlash and Company Origins Explained
Sweet Baby is a well-known consulting firm in the gaming industry. They promote “diversity” and “equity.” While promoting “diversity” and “equity” may seem like a good thing, games that include Sweet Baby often have too many “political correctness” elements. As a result, the company is facing criticism from many gamers. This time, we will explain why Sweet Baby is often criticized and, first, where the company is from. What is Sweet Baby? What country is...
Expo 2025 Osaka: Can You Bring Food, Lunch Boxes, and PET Bottles? Rules Explained
The event, titled “Designing Future Societies for Our Lives,” is scheduled to take place from April 13, 2025, to October 13, 2025, at Yumeshima in Osaka City. The “EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai” will be held for 184 days from April 13 to October 13, 2025, at Yumeshima in Osaka City. Many people may have already made reservations to attend or planned sightseeing trips in Osaka to coincide with the Expo. The “EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai”...
Osaka Expo 2025: Why the Insect Swarms? Chironomid Control & Essential Bug Spray Tips
The “EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai Expo (Japan International Exposition 2025)” is being held in Yumeshima, Osaka City, for “184 days” from April 13 to October 13, 2025. As time goes on, more and more people are talking about the Expo on social media and with their friends. On May 31, over 180,000 people visited, and even more are expected to visit in the future. However, when thinking about a visit to the Osaka Expo, one...
Can You Drive to Osaka Expo 2025? Park & Ride System, Parking Fees, and Access Expla...
The “EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan (2025 World Expo)” is a big event that will be held in Osaka for the first time in 55 years since 1970. The “EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan” will be held for 184 days from April 13 to October 13, 2025, in the Yumeshima district of Osaka City. The theme of the event is “Designing Future Society for Our Lives.” With more and more topics about the Expo on...
Expo 2025 Osaka: What Is the Flying Car? Comparison with Helicopters, Pricing, and Ride C...
On April 14, 2025, the first flight of the “flying car”, one of the main attractions of “EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai (2025 Japan World Exposition),” took place. The demonstration flight that was actually shown flying in the sky was the single-seat aircraft “Hexa” operated by Marubeni and manufactured by the U.S. company Lift Aircraft. 【#空飛ぶクルマ 大阪万博で初飛行】 ▼映像全編はこちらhttps://t.co/4MNsQtx8ji#大阪・関西万博 で14日、丸紅陣営の「空飛ぶクルマ」がデモフライトを行いました。#ミャクミャク カラーの機体が上空で旋回する様子を多くの観客が見守っていました。 pic.twitter.com/9qVJQJ7Oi4 — 日経 写真映像ニュース (@nikkeiphoto) April 14, 2025 The red, white, and blue aircraft inspired by...
Expo 2025 Osaka: Dates, Operating Hours, and Location Guide
It will open on April 13, 2025. It has been featured on social media and television recently, so many people might be thinking, “Should I go check it out?” This time, we will share information about the event period of “EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai Expo” and its operating hours! Click here for a list of articles related to Osaka Expo (EXPO 2025). When is the event period for the Osaka Expo? The event period...
Expo x Bikkuriman Chocolate Collaboration: “Myakumyaku Man Chocolate” is comi...
On April 1, 2025, Lotte Corporation announced a collaboration between its classic chocolate brand Bikkuriman Chocolate and Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai (2025 Japan World Exposition). The new chocolate will be released on April 8, 2025, and will feature the Expo’s mascot, “Myakumyaku.” What is Myakumyaku Man Chocolate? When will it be available? (Source: PR TIMES) Myakumyaku Man Chocolate celebrates the 40th anniversary of Bikkuriman Chocolate’s Devil vs. Angel Series (launched in 1985) and is working with...
Expo 2025 Osaka: How to Get to the Expo by Ship or Ferry—Routes, Fares, and Reservation R...
The “EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai (2025 Japan International Exposition)” will be held from April 13 to October 13, 2025. The closest train station to the Osaka Expo venue is “Yumeshima Station” on the Osaka Metro Chuo Line. The station is connected to the Expo venue, so it’s very convenient. Shuttle buses also run from the airport and parking lots near the Expo, so many people may be thinking about visiting by train or bus. There’s...
Expo 2025 Osaka: Yoichi Ochiai’s “null2 (Nurunuru)” Signature Pavilion – Concept, Highlig...
Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai (2025 Japan International Exposition) finally opened on April 13, 2025. The theme of Expo 2025 Osaka is “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”. There will be pavilions and events from 165 countries and regions, as well as international organizations. One of these is the “Signature Pavilion“, which is about “life” and was created by eight well-known producers. This article will talk about the most interesting parts of “null2 (Nurunuru)”, a very...