The rising popularity of anime and manga has given birth to a fervent devotion to these media formats: the otaku (オタク), Japanese slang for an obsessive person, more commonly known as a geek. Covered within are different aspects of the otaku culture, from figures and toys to odd promotional items and cosplay.
Tune in weekly to Crunchyroll Presents: The Anime Effect, a new English language roundtable podcast that dives deeper into anime’s global impact on culture. Created in partnership with Sony Music Entertainment, three of Crunchyroll’s very own — Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec …
For over a decade, the Attack on Titan anime has captivated fans around the world. With the release of the dubbed finale this evening, Crunchyroll called upon the art community to commission works marking this animated achievement. Six artists — …
Captain of the Straw Hats — Monkey D. Luffy — from the hit anime One Piece, took to the skies above midtown Manhattan in his inaugural appearance on the morning of Thursday, November 23rd, 2023 for the 97th annual Macy’s …
Anime streaming giant Crunchyroll has partnered up with Crocs to bring a unique collaboration with one of the year’s hottest shows: Jujutsu Kaisen. Three pairs, alongside a pack of Jibbitz charms, are up for sale to supernatural fans around the …
When you think of a box set, the first thing that comes to mind are generally a couple of discs with outtakes or interviews packed inside a Steelbook case, and bundled with a trinket. The Code Geass Collector’s Edition Box …
Slay demons in style with collection of footwear themed after the four main characters from Koyoharu Gotoge’s popular Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba series. These pairs are exclusive to Foot Locker stores in both Canada and the United States. Each …
Virtual singing sensation Hatsune Miku is returning to North America to perform live in concert with stops in Canada, the United States and Mexico for Miku Expo 2024, sponsored by Crunchyroll. Following the cancellation of the 2020 tour, the Vocaloids …
If chibi characters, pastel colours and Asian treats are your thing, head on over to KawaiiCon Vancouver between 11:00 am and 7:00 pm on Saturday, September 30th, 2023 at the Croatian Cultural Centre. Browse more than 70 vendors and local …
Ever seen a demon king serve up fries? In The Devil is a Part-Timer!, he does just that, but at parody restaurant MgRonald’s. And it’s enough for multinational burger chain McDonald’s to take notice by including Maou in their new …
Japanese fast fashion retailer Uniqlo through their UT line-up have unveiled five new t-shirts designed with artwork from the second season of Jujutsu Kaisen. The tops come with imagery of Satoru Gojo, Seguru Geto, Toji Fushiguro and the promotional art …
