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Japanese Cultural Awards

posted on 2002-12-25 20:00 EST by Christopher Macdonald

The Japanese cultural Division has announced the art award winners for 2002. Crayon Shin-chan was awarded the grand prize, while the independant Anime The Song of the Distant Star won the special prize.

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Tatsuki Fujimoto's 'Look Back' Anime Film Unveils Trailer, Theme Song, More Staff

Apr 17, 19:21

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Chainsaw Man creator's film opens in Japan on June 28 ― Avex began streaming the full trailer for the anime film of Chainsaw Man creator Tatsuki Fujimoto's "Look Back" one-shot manga on Wednesday. The trailer previews the film's theme "Light song" by composer haruka nakamura and singer urara, and the film project listed more staff members. The newly announced staff members are: Art Director: Kiyoshi ...

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Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation - Quest of Memories Console Game Launches on June 20

Apr 17, 19:20

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Game launches for PS5, PS4, Switch, PC via Steam ― The official Twitter account of the Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation - Quest of Memories console game announced on Sunday that the game will launch worldwide except China on June 20. Bushiroad Games will release the game for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. Lancarse is developing the game. Bushiroad describes the ...

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The Spring 2024 Anime Preview Guide

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The late premieres are coming in, including GRIMM VARIATIONS. Also: Touken Ranbu Kai Kyoden, YATAGARASU, Kaiju No. 8, Black Butler: Public School Arc, The Misfit of Demon King Academy II, KONOSUBA Season 3, Viral Hit, Mysterious Disappearances, Mushoku Tensei, Sound! Euphonium, Mission: Yozakura Family, Go! Go! Loser Ranger!, and more! ― Welcome to Anime News Network's Spring 2024 Anime Preview Guid...

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Fans Say Farewell to Yokohama's Life-Size Moving Gundam

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Gundam creator Yoshiyuki Tomino, singer T.M. Revolution, and LUNA SEA's Sugizo appeared for the spectacular send-off. ― The Gundam Factory Yokohama held its “Grand Finale ～To the Next Stage～” event on March 31. And to be honest, grand is an understatement. It was epic. Since December 2020, Gundam fans from around the world have visited the Yamashita Pier area in Yokohama to see the 18-meter-tall RX-7...

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Apr 16, 19:22

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This Week in Anime - What Do You Do When Your Fav Anime Isn't Simulcast?

Apr 16, 13:00

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In the modern streaming landscape, almost every anime series is simulcast for fans. Almost. Chris and Steve discuss what happens when a highly-anticipated series gets passed over. ― In the modern streaming landscape, almost every anime series is simulcast for fans. Almost. Chris and Steve discuss what happens when a highly-anticipated series gets passed over. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expre...

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