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London Matsuri Cosplay Competition Details
Date: Thursday 9th September 2010 [15:24] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
We've already covered details about Japan Matsuri in London at Spitalfields on Saturday 18th September 2010. We've just been sent a reminder that they'll also be hosting a cosplay competition on the canopy stage at 2:30pm.
Manga and comics what's the difference in a name?
Date: Monday 6th September 2010 [15:56] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Manga
Last moth the results of the Morning International Comic Competition were announced.
Curiously enough they've discovered what the difference a name makes. The previous 3 competitions were called the Morning International Manga Competition. They discovered an issue with calling their competition a manga competition.
Japan Matsuri London Festival 2010
Date: Saturday 4th September 2010 [11:03] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Looking for something fun to do in London? On Saturday 18th September 2010 from 10am until 8pm The Japan Matsuri will return to London, at Old Spitalfields market. Last years event was a huge success. This years will have all sort of lovely Japanese food to munch on, with plenty of other stalls to enjoy too. You can even get authentic vintage kimonos! They'll also have a cosplay competition. Along with an art competition to design a Japanese video game character.
Although the event is free to attend, last year it proved very popular, so we advise going early if you like avoiding crowds.
Calling All Cosplayers - The Hyper Japan Cosplay Award Needs You
Date: Thursday 2nd September 2010 [16:34] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Are you a UK cosplayer and fancy a chance to win an expenses-paid trip for two to London? Or even the chance to win a luxury trip to Tokyo, including five nights in a 4-star hotel! Well Hyper Japan are offering those things.
(Terms and conditions apply).
London Barbican Aspects of Japanese Cinema - October to December 2010
Date: Friday 20th August 2010 [14:44] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
London's Barbican has always been a great place to visit for fans of Japanese cinema with their monthly Japanimation screenings, but some fans may want to move into the arts centre from October to December as they'll be shown a whole host of Japanese films, anime and even a cosplay event! There's so much good stuff to see!
Movie buffs will be delighted to with the great range of movies.
There's so much to recommend here, we suggest you take a look at the full listing.
Shojo fans will be interested see the live action version of Nana on Thursday 21st October 2010 at 6pm.
Cosplayers will want to keep Saturday 6th November on 11.00pm – Kamikaze Girls screening and cosplay event.
Fans of cheesy movies will want to keep an eye on the 18 rated RoboGeisha showing at 7:30pm as part of the Halloween Shlockfest on Friday 29th October.
Beat Takeshi fans have a lot to look forward to on Sunday 14th and Monday 15th November 2010. They'll be showing Hana bi, Brother, Dolls and Zatoichi.
Those who enjoy classic Japanese cinema will enjoy the Akira Kurosawa season too.
Anime fans aren't left out either with a CLAMP themed screening of XxxHOLiC The Movie: A Midsummer Night's Dream and Tsubasa The Movie: The Princess in the Birdcage Kingdom – Tuesday 19th October 2010. As always resident expert and author Helen McCarthy will be on hand to introduce the movies.
As always with popular events we suggest booking early to avoid disappointment.
Beckii: Schoolgirl Superstar at 14 - BBC TV documentary
Date: Sunday 8th August 2010 [12:34] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime > TV
We've mentioned the BBC covering Beckii Cruel before and BBC Three are set to cover the teen idol this week. Beckii: Schoolgirl Superstar at 14 focuses on the 14 year old school girl from the Isle of Man who is also known as Beckii Cruel a teen icon and internet sensation. It all started when she uploaded films of herself dancing to YouTube.
The hour long documentary forms part of the BBC Three Adult Season which explores the pressure of young people to grow up quickly and what it means to be an adult.
The documentary is set to broadcast this week on BBC Three at the following times:
Thursday 12th August 2010
21:00
Thursday 12th August 2010
23:45
Sunday 15th August 2010
23:15
Monday 16th August 2010
03:15
Update:
The BBC TV blog also has some background details on the making of the documentary.
British readers can now see the documentary on BBC iPlayer.
Hyper Japan - London October 2010
Date: Thursday 29th July 2010 [14:30] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
October is shaping up to be the month for otaku in London. With the London MCM Expo at the end of the month. While at the beginning of the month a new event called Hyper Japan is set to run from Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd October 2010.
The event has a lot to offer with an Otaku Village set to cater to all your retail needs.
Cosplayers will be well represented too (they'll even get a chance to win a trip to Japan). There's also a cosplay talent search, competitions and other fun to be had if you like dressing up.
Japanese fashion magazine KERA will be there with fashion shows and style tutorials (the event is looking for models to take part).
Fans of angel fighting giant robots won't be disappointed either as they have a special Evangelion Store which will be selling some exclusive and hard to find merchandise.
Figure collectors might want to note that Good Smile will be there too! ^__^
As the people behind EAT-JAPAN are organising the event you can be certain that Japanese cuisine will be well represented too. with the EAT-JAPAN food court.
They'll also have lots of culture on stage too. You can book early to get a discount from the standard £8 entry fee. Children under 5 go free. As always we advise to book early to avoid disappointment.
Japanese Art Festival in Central London - August 2010
Date: Tuesday 27th July 2010 [15:05] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Fans of Japanese culture in Central London will want to head over to the Japanese Art Festival at Conway Hall, Red Lion Square in Holborn. Set to run on Saturday 21st August and Sunday 22nd 2010. They've got kimono designer Yumi Yamamoto, Harajuku kawaii store 6% Doki Doki, along with a party on Saturday night with J-Pop Go!.
Study Tour of Japan for European Youth 2010
Date: Thursday 15th July 2010 [14:13] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Culture
Are you European and interested in Japan? The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan is interested in hearing from young Europeans who are willing to participate in a 10 day group study tour of the country. The sponsored tour has some terms and conditions and is limited to up to 37 people. The tours will happen in November and December 2010. As it's not every day you can get a government sponsored trip to Japan, there are a few requirements.
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
1. European national
2. Aged between 25-35 (as of June 1st 2010)
3. Able to communicate effectively in English
4. Never previously visited Japan
5. Must not be a student
Apart from these conditions, you'll also have to send your CV, a cover letter, and a short essay on the subject of - "What would you do to strengthen the relationship between Japan and your country (Europe or EU)?"
The deadline for applications is Thursday 29th July 2010.
If you meet the entry requirements we strongly advise you to enter, this is an excellent opportunity to experience Japan.
More details can be found on the Embassy of Japan Website.
Multi-National Manga Anti-Piracy Coalition Formed
Date: Tuesday 8th June 2010 [16:47] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Manga
Multi-National Manga Anti-Piracy Coalition Formed
We've received some very interesting details from VIZ Media about the formation of a Multi-National Manga Anti-Piracy Coalition.It seems that the industry has grown tired of Scanlations - manga scanned into a digital format and distributed without the copyright holders consent. The coalition include the 36 members of Japan's Digital Comic Association, Square Enix, VIZ Media, TOKYOPOP and Yen Press.
Originally scanlations were manga translated by fans into their native language from Japanese. This can be seen as the manga equivalent of anime fansubs. Some scanlation sites branched out to scans of manga that was already official translated and licensed outside of Japan.
This has cost the manga publishing industry significant amounts of money, not just in lost book sales, but lost opportunities in the relatively new market of eBooks and mobile devices.
The coalition intend to target scanlation sites and aggregators of scanlation sites. They've drawn up a list of 30 sites to targeted for action. First they will ask the sites to cease distributing scanlations. If the sites fail to cease distributing further action will be taken depending on the jurisdiction of each site. Actions include legal injunctions against the sites, reporting the sites to governmental anti-piracy units of law enforcement, including the US Justice Department, local law enforcement agencies and the FBI.
Fans curious about piracy in the anime and manga industry should read the Pirate Anime FAQ.
This is not the first time the anime and manga industry has attempted to stop piracy in the industry, but this is the biggest and most coordinated international effort so far. With many companies in the industry forced to make cut backs, closing down offices, laying off staff, we wonder if this is the start of a new approach? Will more companies pursue legal options? Are fansubbers next?
London MCM Expo win new world record for largest handheld game console party
Date: Saturday 29th May 2010 [13:21] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Gaming
We've got some news hot of the press from this weekend's London MCM Expo. As of today 29th May 2010, they've gained the world record for largest handheld game console party.
Damian Field - Official Adjudicator Guinness World Records said -
"It's a tremendous achievement for the MCM Expo to reach a number of 586 smashing the existing world record of 381. It's rare for a UK mass participation to reach over 500"
Congratulations everyone involved!
MCM Expo to host Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG and DS National Championships
Date: Tuesday 4th May 2010 [16:32] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Gaming
The count down to the London MCM Expo continues continues. Fans of Yu-Gi-Oh! Will want to keep 29th to 30th May free for the Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG National Championship and the Yu-Gi-Oh! DS National Championship. The national champisionship is the gateway to the European Championship, which in turn lead on to the World Championship.
Tokyo Bento Shopping Guide
Date: Sunday 2nd May 2010 [14:59] | Posted By: Helephant
Category: > Retail
Bento, beautiful and healthy lunchboxes, is an otaku passion that keeps niggling at the edges of mainstream consciousness. The New York Times ran an article on it recently, some of the most amazing photos made the Flickr blog last week and there has been an explosion of books (US, UK) about the topic.
Mikado on sale for 75p a box
Date: Sunday 2nd May 2010 [8:56] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Cuisine
UK Pocky lovers will want to head over to their local WH Smiths. The stationery, magazine and book shop are currently selling Mikado for 75p a box.
We've done a Mikado vs Pocky taste comparison and can confirm that they are similar to everyone's favourite chocolate coated snack.
Euro Cosplay Championships coming to London in May 2010
Date: Tuesday 27th April 2010 [14:42] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
UK based Cosplayers should already have the London MCM Expo on 29th and 30th of May marked on their calendar just for the shear number of cosplayers. As if you need another reason, Euro Cosplay 2010 qualifiers will be held at the London MCM Expo on Saturday 29 May, with the Grand final set for the London MCM Expo in October.
British Women of Manga Panel - 29th April 2010
Date: Sunday 18th April 2010 [12:59] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
The people behind Sci-Fi London and London Girl Geek Dinners have teamed up to run a special panel British women of Manga. It's set to run Thursday 29th April 2010 at 7pm.
The panel consists of artists Kate Brown, Emma Vieceli and Karen Rubins. Anime and manga expert Helen McCarthy will be chairing the panel.
This is a free event for women only. Men are allowed as guests of a London Girl Geek Dinner member. To get your tickets register at http://scifi-london.eventbrite.com/.
London MCM Expo May 2010 reminder
Date: Saturday 17th April 2010 [18:35] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
UK based readers will want to head to London next Month for the London MCM Expo on 29th and 30th May 2010. The event has become regular addition to the anime fans calendar. This time around they're going to need your help breaking a world record for largest handheld game console party. Nintendo DS owners will want to be part of the world record!
WOTA London Gig in March 2010
Date: Tuesday 9th March 2010 [17:24] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Fans of Japanese music, clubbing and good times will want to want head over to WOTA London on Friday 12th March 2010 from 8pm until 2am. The venue this is Lati Ri in Shorditch near Old Street and Liverpool Street Tube stations.
Dress code is casual, and cosplay is optional. It's over 18's only. Tickets are £4 in advance or £6 on the door. There's a £1 discount from the door fee if you're on the Facebook group or mailing list.
Guest DJ's this time around are DJ Snap (best known from Kitacon) and DJ Genki Boi of J-Pop Go.
Japanese Art Festival in Richmond - February 2010
Date: Saturday 20th February 2010 [22:49] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
UK based anime fans will want to head over to Richmond next weekend (Saturday 27th February and Sunday 28th February 2010) where the Japanese Arts Festival will return to the Richmond Adult Community College.
The free event is set to start at 11am and end at 5pm. It includes a great line up of expert guests and speakers - Akemi Solloway, Helen McCarthy and Sonia Leong.
AmeCon 2010 open fo registration
Date: Monday 15th February 2010 [17:54] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Staffordshire based UK anime convention AmeCon 2010 has just opened for registration. The convention is set to return on Friday 13th August until Sunday 15th August 2010.
As always with such events we suggest you book early to avoid disappointment.
BBC News on Beckii Cruel
Date: Wednesday 10th February 2010 [7:24] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Fandom
BBC News have an interesting article about Beckii Cruel a girl who dances to anime theme music and J-Pop on YouTube. Internet sensation then followed and she even got to fly out to Akihabara to perform. She releases her debut album on Wednesday. DVDs are also available.
Her father said:
"So far it's been a tremendous adventure, not many teenage girls get to travel across the globe and have this sort of exposure".
What's also nice to note is responsible parenting (instead of paranoia about the internet):
"We've brought our children up with the internet, they've always had access to it."
"Rebecca is well aware of the online dangers, she's been well advised and has told us when there have been problems."
Rebecca got into anime fandom when she picked up a copy of Fruits Basket.
Cosplay Valentine's Day Party in Central London
Date: Thursday 28th January 2010 [16:48] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Romantic cosplayers in London should head over to Peter Parker's Rock 'n' Roll Club, just three minutes away from Tottenham Court Road. The Grand Cosplay Ball will be hosting a special Valentine's Day Prom on February 14th.
The venue will be decorated for the romantic day. Tickets are £4 online or £6 at the door.
AmeCon 2010 Website Launches
Date: Monday 25th January 2010 [17:09] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
UK anime fans should mark the dates Friday 13th to Sunday 15th August 2010 in their diaries. As this is when AmeCon will return. The successful UK anime convention will open for registration on Monday 15th February 2010. They'll be at a new location this year - Keele University in Staffordshire.
Registration will cost £45 for the full 3 days. The registration fee does not include accommodation, food and drink. They'll take payment through Credit and Debit Card using Google Checkout, alternatively you can also post a cheque to them.
As always with popular conventions we advise you book early to avoid disappointment.
DVD Horror Stories
Date: Sunday 24th January 2010 [15:51] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime > DVD
For a change, here's a little horror story that will make some anime fans cringe and check their collection, and others not even blink.
Bento Boxes a big hit in the US
Date: Wednesday 13th January 2010 [17:00] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Cuisine
The New York Times has an interesting article about bento boxes becoming popular in the US.
The meals in a box have become popular in the US for a variety of reasons, apart from the novelty, it's also a great way for a balanced diet, getting all the right food groups in a box. Along with that, it's idea for portion control. The article also highlights how it helps small children who can be fussy eaters eat something healthy.
Snow Totoros all round!
Date: Saturday 9th January 2010 [10:21] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Fandom
While most of the world is caked in snow, numerous Otaku News friends and readers have sent us links of Totoros made of snow.
The most common one we got sent was this one on the site Epic Win FTW (from the same people behind I Can Has Cheezburger?) .
One keen eyed Otaku News reader also sent us:
A snow Catbus
dorkiicakes' snow Totoro
Temple of the wrong found a pair of snow Totoro
graout's snow Totoro
A huge selection of Snow Totoros can also be found on photographic sharing website Flickr.
Ghibli fans will know that the first snow Totoro ever made can been seen in the end credits of the original film.
Source: Otaku News
Comiket 77
Date: Wednesday 30th December 2009 [7:30] | Posted By: Franki
Category: > Events
A man sits in the corner of the busy square caressing his gun then pointing it at a bunch of schoolgirls who shriek in excitement and begin flashing the cameras, while another man beside him dressed elaborately in leather swishes his cape to an amused crowd of photographers. Welcome to Comiket!
WOTA London Christmas 2009 Party
Date: Friday 11th December 2009 [18:11] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
London based fans of J-Pop, game and anime music mixes will want to head over to WOTA London on Friday 18th December 2009. The otaku party is all set for a Christmas special. They're at a different venue this time, Juno Shoreditch which is a 5 minute walk away from Liverpool Street Station.
It's set to run from 9pm until 3am, with a great line up of DJs.
Price is £4 (advance online) or £6 on the door.
Dress code is casual (cosplay optional).
Over 18's only (ID may be required).
UK Cosplay on NHK Tuesday 8th December
Date: Tuesday 8th December 2009 [17:03] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Anime > TV
UK Anime fans who can view NHK World will want to tune in or record imagine-nation on 11:30pm on Tuesday 8th December. The show has a special feature on anime fans in Britain. It focuses on the London Expo and a group of UK cosplayers.
Kitacon Launches Christmas Gift Registration Packs
Date: Tuesday 1st December 2009 [0:01] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
UK anime convention Kitacon, have come up with a clever idea for a Christmas present - limited edition tickets to the event. Kitacon is set to run from the 26th to the 28th of March 2010 in Northampton UK. The gift of an anime convention sounds like a good idea to us! Although we do question their taste in bad presents. What's wrong with Tom and Jerry boxer shorts?!
Danny Choo to Collaborate with Cospa on T-shirt
Date: Friday 20th November 2009 [16:52] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Retail
The good folks from YesAnime.com have sent us some details about a new range of Cospa t-shirts made in collaboration with renowned otaku Danny Choo.
The t-shirt designs can be seen on Danny's website, and US readers can get them along with other great cospa t-shirts from YesAnime.com.
We only wish that Cospa had a UK stockist. Still you can always get TerraTag or Genki Gear t-shirts if you want to support UK anime inspired designs.
We must admit we're a bit jealous of Danny, we wish Cospa would make t-shirts with our mascot Miyuki. Still you can always download wallpaper of her instead.
Grand Cosplay Ball 2009 Details
Date: Monday 9th November 2009 [16:23] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
The good folks at the Grand Cosplay Ball have sent us the details for their 2009 event. It's set in the Clapham Grand in London. The special one evening event is set to run on Sunday 29th November 2009 from 7pm until 1am.
They've got a great line up of guests including cosplayer and Eurobeat singer Giorgia Vecchini, along with renowned cosplayer Yaya Han.
It's over 18's only, Tickets are £18. As always with these events we advise on booking early to avoid disappointment.
Animation industry in the UK and Japan Symposium
Date: Friday 23rd October 2009 [15:05] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Academic anime fans will want to get London on Friday 30th October 2009 for the Animation industry in the UK and Japan: Creativity, identity and the global marketplace. It's going to run in Council Room, Strand Campus, King’s College London.
It's free to attend but booking in advance is required. We suggest you book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Japanese Restaurant in London seeks cosplayers
Date: Wednesday 14th October 2009 [14:39] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Japanese restaurant Moshi Moshi are seeking 100 cosplayers to help out with a promotion. Everyone helping out will be rewarded with a ticket to a cosplay party held at the restaurant, which includes free buffet style food and drink.
Reni's new songs and CD on sale now.
Date: Sunday 11th October 2009 [16:53] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Culture
Fans of Akiba culture, especially singing maids based in New York will be pleased to hear that Reni Mimura’s new songs and CD are on sale at http://www.renireni.com/.
Wired at the Tokyo Game Show
Date: Tuesday 29th September 2009 [16:34] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Fandom
Wired have an interesting article about the Tokyo Game Show, it includes some good cosplay photos too.
Reminder: WOTA London Gig in September 2009
Date: Tuesday 22nd September 2009 [16:22] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
As mentioned before London based readers looking for a fun night out should head over to WOTA London on Saturday 26th September 2009. It's at the Freedom Bar, in Soho Central London. (66 Wardour Street, Soho. London W1F 0TA).
The event is set to run from 5pm until 10pm. Over 18's only. With DJs playing the latest anime and J-Pop Music.
Billed as London's newest and hottest otaku music cosplay club night, they intend to play a line up of anime video game songs, BL, I'VE (kotoko etc), Touhou Porject Vocaloid and more.
Check out the PV section of their website, to get an idea of the music they'll be playing. ^_^
Mini London Matsuri Report
Date: Sunday 20th September 2009 [15:44] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Yesterday on Saturday 20th September 2009, the Otaku News Crew went to the Japan Matsuri at Spitalfields in London.
The atmosphere was great. Lots of people were there, young and old. The event had over 80 stalls there, mostly food stalls selling yummy Japanese food, such as yakitori, sweets, and other lovely snacks.
London MCM Expo October 2009 Details
Date: Monday 14th September 2009 [17:05] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
The good folks at the London MCM Expo have sent us the latest details for the event. Highlights from an anime perspective include - Studio BONES studio president Minami Masahiko and director Ando Masahiro, whose works include Fullmetal Alchemist, Cowboy Bebop, Gundam Seed Destiny and Neon Genesis Evangelion. Along with Trinity Blood voice actors Mike McFarland and Troy Baker.
The press release also has a shout out to cosplayers, who helped with the world record!
MTV Iggy on Otaku Culture
Date: Thursday 10th September 2009 [14:36] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Fandom
The good folks at MTV Iggy (which is focused on breakthrough music and pop-culture from around the globe) have sent us details of their new feature - Otaku Culture.
They've got a couple of videos up from Otakon 2009 in Baltimore. It includes some otaku steampunk culture along with a video on ball jointed dolls. They've also got details of J-Rockers VAMPS, and plenty more to explore too.
Video Games Live Announces 30 More Tour Dates for 2009
Date: Saturday 29th August 2009 [9:34] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
We've been sent the details from Video Games Live, who have just added 30 more shows to their 2009 tour. Video Games Live is a great cross over event, which is great fun for fans of video games and fans of top orchestras.
MCM Expo Retain Video Games Cosplay World Record
Date: Monday 24th August 2009 [14:16] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Gaming
We've just been send the details from the folks behind the MCM Expo. They currently hold the Video Games Cosplay World Record with 376 cosplayers at the 23rd May 2009 London MCM Expo. They expected the record to beaten at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany. However they managed to get 311 video games cosplayers. As a result they intend to raise the bar even higher at the next London MCM Expo this October 2009.
WOTA London Gig in September 2009
Date: Monday 17th August 2009 [17:00] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
London Fans of J-Pop, Vocaloid Songs and anime music should head over to WOTA London on Saturday 26th September 2009, from 17:00 to 22:00 at the Freedom Bar in Soho, Central London.
Billed as London's newest and hottest otaku music cosplay club night, they intend to play a line up of anime video game songs, BL, I'VE (kotoko etc), Touhou Porject Vocaloid and more.
London MCM Expo October 2009 Tickets now on sale
Date: Sunday 9th August 2009 [13:03] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
Readers who can get to London this October will be interested in the London MCM Expo on the 24th to 25th October 2009. Tickets are now on sale.
As attendance to this even it well over 30,000 people we doubt they will sell out. However we do strongly advise in spending a little bit extra for their Early Entry Tickets to save time queuing, you'll be grateful on the day!
AyaCon 2009 announce two more guests
Date: Sunday 26th July 2009 [13:39] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
The good folks at UK convention AyaCon 2009 have sent us more details about their guest line up. They've added Matthew Mercer voice actor, script writer, and independent film maker along with JoEllen Elam costume designer and makeup artist. This makes for a great variety of guests.
Grand International Cosplay Ball 2009
Date: Sunday 26th July 2009 [11:41] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
We've been sent the details for the Grand International Cosplay Ball 2009. It's based in London, it's set for November 29th.
Fans of cosplay will remember that the ball also ran successfully last year, which even included coverage from the BBC.
British fans of Manba
Date: Saturday 4th July 2009 [7:59] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Culture
BBC News have discovered the Manba scene in the UK. The article titled Japan's fashion rebellion goes West, features two fans of the Japanese fashion, along with a video of them Para-para dancing and a separate video interview.
"British teenagers like 18-year-olds Eilish and Declan got caught up in manba after an interest in Japanese culture led them to start researching on the internet, where they came across the style."
They've discovered how to apply the make-up by watching videos on YouTube, and use Japanese social networking site Mixi to keep up with Japanese people who are also into manba fashion. The article also mentions they meet up with other mamba fans in London's Chinatown.
Momoi Haruko at Aya Revolution 2009
Date: Thursday 4th June 2009 [16:30] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
We've just received some exciting information about UK anime convention Ayacon 2009's first guest. It's Halko Momoi, renowned singer and voice actress! You may have heard her voice on Nurse Witch Komugi-chan, Ai Yori Aoshi, and Seto No Hanayome.
Japanese Art Festival in Richmond July 2009
Date: Sunday 31st May 2009 [10:51] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Events
UK readers who are able to get to Richmond in Surrey, should keep the weekend of the11th and 12th July 2009 free. As they'll be a Japanese Art Festival at Richmond Adult Community College. Entry to the event is free. They'll be stuff to do for anime and manga fans, long with people with an interest in Japanese culture.
They're also looking for gophers, so please do get in touch with them if you can help out.
Anime 3000 Panel Episode 6 featuring Eeeper
Date: Saturday 30th May 2009 [16:47] | Posted By: Joe
Category: > Fandom
Otaku News contributor Eeeper has been busy featuring in the Anime 3000.
It covers some interesting points, such as the otaku expiration date, where they discuss how old it is to be too old to be an otaku. The Anime Expo Guest of Honors. Along with the transition from a fan to a professional.
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