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Ninja Hattori’s Voice Artist Junko Hori Passes Away At 89

26 Nov 2024

Renowned Japanese voice actor Junko Hori passed away on November 18 at the age of 89. Her talent agency, Production Baobab, attributed her death to old age and announced her passing this week, respecting the wishes of her grieving family. The agency shared that the wake and funeral services were...

One Piece Day 2024: Complete Schedule, Livestream Details, And More

09 Jul 2024

The much-anticipated One Piece Day 2024 celebrations are gearing up to mark the iconic manga and anime series' 25th anniversary in grand style. Recognized officially by the Japan Anniversary Association, One Piece Day falls on July 22, with festivities scheduled for August 9 and August 10, 2024. This year's event...

Cannes Film Festival to Present Honorary Palme d’Or to Studio Ghibli

18 Apr 2024

Cannes Film Festival has chosen to award its highest honor, the Palme d'Or, to the renowned Japanese anime studio, Studio Ghibli, marking the first time the festival has bestowed its prestigious lifetime achievement prize to a company rather than an individual. The news was confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter. The...

Akira Toriyama, creator of ‘Dragon Ball Z’ passes away at 68

08 Mar 2024

Akira Toriyama, the creator of the renowned Japanese anime series 'Dragon Ball Z,' has passed away at the age of 68. His death was attributed to acute subdural hematoma, as confirmed by the makers of 'Dragon Ball Z' on their official handle. In their statement, the makers expressed deep sorrow,...