May 26, 2023

Will Studio Ghibli Films Stop Streaming in Russia?

[ad_1] For Studio Ghibli, Japan’s most famous animation house, the Russian connection runs deep. Miyazaki Hayao, co-founder of Ghibli and director of such globally beloved fare as Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, and My Neighbor Totoro, was majorly influenced by Soviet animation during the 1960s. He’s cited 1957’s The Snow Queen (by Armenian director Lev Atamanov) …

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Survey: 70% Will Pass on Pricey New Japan Rail Pass

[ad_1] Japan Rail (JR) recently announced a significant price hike to its vaunted Japan Rail Pass. A new survey indicates that, rather than swallow the hike, many prospective travelers may just skip buying it entirely. JR is no exception. The company, which runs the country’s high-speed shinkansen trains service, has for years offered 7-day and …

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ZenMarket Abroad: Supporting Cosplayers Goldnova & Melbnova – ZenMarket.jp

[ad_1] The 2023 Supanova Comic Con & Gaming Expo recently wrapped up two of its exciting events in Gold Coast and Melbourne.   Goldnova & Melbnova Cosplay Competitions Among the numerous cosplayers showcasing their talents, two remarkable participants stole the show, earning the coveted Best in Show Prize in their respective locations. In Gold Coast, …

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