About a month and a half from now, Osaka will host its yearly women’s marathon. This time around, its official character was designed and illustrated by none other than manga master Naoki Urasawa. He of 20th Century Boys, Monster, Billy Bat and other thrillers is …Read more »
The Tokyo Marathon was held February 28, and over 36,000 racers joined in, running the 26.2 miles through the nation’s capital. Coming in tenth place with a 2:11:34 finish and placing second among Japanese runners was 19-year-old Yuta Shimoda. The secret of his success? Apparently, …Read more »
The acting bug bit Ai Nonaka from an early age, when Yu Yu Hakusho convinced her that being a voice actress was pretty much the coolest thing ever. From there, she dove into the world of acting, becoming head of her school’s acting club, striving …Read more »
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