Haikasoru imprint set to release "Phantasm Japan"

September 9, 2014 Céire Ní Dalaigh

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As if VIZ Media did not bring us enough their Haikasoru literarty imprint is set to bring readers a wonderful compilation of short stories which have been inspired by the Land of the Rising Sun, PHANTASM JAPAN: FANTASIES LIGHT AND DARK, FROM AND ABOUT JAPAN is being released to readers of the English speaking world […]

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Babymetal Are The Most Important Act in Music Right Now

August 14, 2014 Andy Kavanagh

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and here’s why… The last decade has been a pretty interesting time for the music industry. First, the twin swords of piracy and Apple exposed just how draconian their business models actually were, and, as if that wasn’t enough, while every label in the world was struggling to adapt, this new format had blown open […]

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News

Fatal Frame Film Adaptation Gets First Trailer

June 27, 2014 Anthony McGlynn

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As far as horror games go, Fatal Frame has developed into a cult classic since it’s début in 2001 on the Playstation 2 and Xbox. The series has garnered several ports onto newer generations along with several sequels. In April of this year, a film adaptation was announced for the franchise, and now we finally […]

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Games

Nintendo Direct Christmas 2013 – Recap

December 18, 2013 Anthony McGlynn

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So, Nintendo Direct 2013 just happened. What? You weren’t aware? Well, if I’m honest, neither was I until five minutes before it happened, so there you go. If you don’t know what Nintendo Direct is, it’s their personal showcase of what they can reveal and show off  for their major franchises – basically a live-stream […]

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Anime/Cartoons

News: Attack on Titan 3DS First Look

September 5, 2013 Declan Doody

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According Bessatu Shonen Magazine, these are the first images for the upcoming ‘Attack on Titan’ game heading to Nintendo 3DS and 2DS! The game is set to launch in Japan this year and no official word on when the rest of the world can expect it just yet! While I don’t speak Japanese according to […]

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Hadouken Meme

March 30, 2013 Declan Doody

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Yet another reason in the extremely long (thanks David!) list of why we love Japan! Memes come in all shapes and sizes and this isn’t the first crazy mashup video or internet sensation started or featuring Japanese people/culture but it’s fast become our favourite! Declan DoodyEditor-in-Chief, part-time super villain and hoarder of cats. If you […]

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Arcade Mania!: The Turbo-Charged World Of Japan's Game Centers

March 6, 2013 Liam Kavanagh

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Colourful cabinets, flashing lights, plastic buttons, happy loud music are all painted across the pages 'Arcade Mania!' and while the Arcades might not have stood the test of time here that's not the same for Japan. Click here to see how Liam tackles 'Arcade Mania! The Turbo Charged World of Japan's Game Centers'

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Arcade Mania!: The Turbo-Charged World Of Japan’s Game Centers

March 6, 2013 Liam Kavanagh

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Colourful cabinets, flashing lights, plastic buttons, happy loud music are all painted across the pages 'Arcade Mania!' and while the Arcades might not have stood the test of time here that's not the same for Japan. Click here to see how Liam tackles 'Arcade Mania! The Turbo Charged World of Japan's Game Centers'

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Music

New SuG Single and PV

July 27, 2012 ArcadeAdmin

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Despite having already released a single and album earlier this year, SuG have another single due for release in September! Following the theme their latest album, ‘Lollipop Kingdom’, swee†oxic will be their third release this year. The single will be available in a regular and two separate limited editions; one featuring the PV and making of […]

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Japanese Voice Actors: Welcome to the world of Seiyuu

June 30, 2012 ArcadeAdmin

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Do you prefer your subs to your dubs, but don't know what the word seiyuu means? Don't swear it; The Arcade is delving into the world of Japanese voice actors and are here to teach you all about it and just and just why Japanese voice acting seems to be of a higher quality to that of dubs!

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