Opinion: Cool Japan’s Critical Issues
"Cool Japan" has been widely circulated in the discussion of the spread of Japanese popular culture in the world. What are the critical points to consider while discussing this topic?
Opinion: Kitab Visual Ianfu and Reflections on World Ianfu Day
The Kitab Visual Ianfu exhibition and the commemoration of World Ianfu Day provide a moment to think of the problem of military sexual violence more holistically.
Review: Tabi ni Deyou, Horobiyuku Sekai no Hate Made
Set on a journey "to the end of the world," Tabi ni Deyou will bring you to question more about the meaning of life.
5 Myths on Fujoshi
Fujoshi have been around for a long time, but a number of stereotypical misperceptions remain associated with them.
Women and Yaoi in Japanese Dōjinshi Culture
Women, including yaoi fans, have had significant presence and influence in Japanese dōjinshi culture for decades.
Anisong Picks – Spring 2016
We choose some of the best song from spring 2016 anime series.
Review: Tabi Machi Late Show
Through a combination of limited animation and sound direction, Tabi Machi Late Show reminds that storytelling is not only about how to tell a story, but also how that story supposed to feel.
Pocket Miku (NSX-39) Review: A great Miku synthesiser with many possibilities
This basic Pocket Miku takes it easy for newcomers while fully functional as MIDI device in a budget.
Indonesia’s 5th Year in World Cosplay Summit
This year marks Indonesia's fifth year in World Cosplay Summit. Read their journey here.
Book Review: Islam di Mata Orang Jepang
How do the Japanese see muslims, especially Indonesian muslims? Through this book, Hisanori Kato offers his answer.
Interview With Ying Tze at ComicFest ID
Malaysian cosplayer, Ying Tze really proud to be a part of Grand Legend Ramayana show on ComicFest ID.
First Impression: Birdmen Vol. 1
Following Kekkaishi, another manga from Yellow Tanabe has now been available in Indonesia: Birdmen. How is it like?
A Closer Look at Yumi, Indonesia’s Very Own LiSA
Having gone through several recordings and staged her own concert in Japan, Yumi has been hailed as Indonesia's very own LiSA. Read her story here.
Review: Inferno Cop
Inferno Cop pushes otaku animation to the extreme with extremely limited animation, explosion of disjointed narratives, and literal explosions.
KAORI’s Super GT 2016 Seasonal Guide
We bring you a complete guide on Super GT, one of Japan's most popular racing championship.
First Impression: Tanaka-kun wa Itsumo Kedaruge
Taking laziness to the next level, Tanaka-kun entertains through how he spend his school days as a listless person
Features
“Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island” Film Review:...
"Chiikawa the Movie", like life, is many things. It asks you to consider which parts of it are important and whether it exists defined by its opposite, or exists in spite of it. And just this once, maybe the adage is true: perhaps the real "Secret of Mermaid Island" was the friends we made along the way.
Event Report: Noriko Hidaka Meet & Greet at AFAID 2026
Fans of all kinds brought their passion and excitement to the meet & greet with legendary anime voice actress Noriko Hidaka at AFAID 2026, a testament to her long-spanning career.
