DEADLIFT LOLITA - “Hair Up. Throw Down.” Japan is the uncontested capital of the kawaii and the cute, from Hello Kitty to AKB48. Japanese pop culture has never allowed itself to be boxed in by society’s normal standards. It’s in this vibrant environment where DEADLIFT LOLITA could be born - a fusion of kawaii, muscle,…
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Celebrating 60 Years of Philippine Japan Friendship with AKB48 60 years of anything is a feat worthy of the record books. In 2016, the Philippines and Japan achieves an impressive milestone - 60 years of diplomatic relations. These six decades are supported by economic, political, and technological cooperation as well as strong tourism and trade…
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Nihongo Fiesta 2016 Nihongo Speech Contest, Nihongo Quiz Bee, Anime Screening, J-Pop Concert Mark your calendars this February as the Japan Foundation, Manila (JFM) celebrates the colorful culture and arts of Japan with the Nihongo Fiesta 2016. The annual Nihongo Fiesta showcases the Japanese language, arts and culture through events like the speech contest, quiz…
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If you haven’t heard yet, Paris is about to be painted red… with black spots. You heard me right: we’re talking about the upcoming French-Japanese CGI animated series: Miraculous Ladybug! It’s already the buzz around social media, and people have started drawing fan-art for it. That’s because Miraculous Ladybug’s first episode just aired in Korea today…
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It's like watching musical Sailor Moon on steroids. This new J-pop Metal band is called Lady Baby, and... Well, let the video speak for itself.
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