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Miffy, one of the world's most beloved character mascots, hops into a new tech collection by retro product design and ...

Grace Lee remembers the first time she saw a Labubu. It had rabbit-like ears and spikey teeth — and her immediate thought was ...

Popular Golden Retriever dog Pompompurin gets a character-inspired glasses collection, with international delivery available ...

In the nearly three decades that Pokémon has been around, the franchise’s influence has extended far beyond the scope of most ...

Takara Tomy will release gacha figures of Sanrio mascots hugging smaller plush versions of themselves in mid-November 2024.

Connected by satellite, the ceremony was simultaneously held at the Tokyo metropolitan government’s office in Shinjuku Ward, where the statues of the Games’ official mascots, Miraitowa and ...

The mascot is the creation of Italian artist Simone Legno, who is known for Japanese-inspired kawaii designs via his company tokidoki. Among various details that mark Luce out as a devout young ...

The mascot’s muddy boots represent a long and difficult journey, while her staff symbolizes the pilgrimage toward eternity. Legno, who admitted a lifelong love for Japanese pop culture ...

Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Voters in Tokyo began casting their ballots early Sunday for an election that might weaken Prime Minister ...

The Japanese electorate appeared to punish the Liberal Democrats, leaving it unclear whether the party would be forced to expand its coalition to stay in power. By Motoko Rich Kiuko Notoya and ...

McDonald’s Japan has unveiled its newest anime-style mascot, Imadakedabuchitabemi, to promote limited-time menu items. While her bright, nostalgic design has been well-received, her unusually ...