In Japan, policymakers and economists are paying close attention to the "oshikatsu" phenomenon as a growing driver of ...

Born from the trauma of World War II, this bow-wearing cartoon icon became a powerful tool for diplomacy, reinvention, and ...

A Japanese-inspired arcade with plush toy prizes is coming to the Pentagon City mall in a couple months. With games, claw ...

From the Labubu craze that nearly exploded the internet to people spending big bucks on Jellycat plushies, Hongkongers are ...

In Japan, policymakers and economists are paying close attention to the “oshikatsu” phenomenon as a growing driver of consumer spending — and 24-year-old Momoka Matsui is one of many doing her part to ...

Pokemon is turning some of its Local Acts prefecture mascots into plushes. Iwate's Geodude mascot is included in the line ...

Sanrio welcomes spring 2025 with the Hello Kitty Sakura Blushing collection, a series inspired by the Japanese cherry ...

There is no limit to cuteness and cuddliness in the toy box. These toys provide comfort to kids throughout their childhood and continue to hold a special place in their hearts for years. Here is a ...

A collection of paw-some Pokémon plushies has just been added to the Pokémon Center online store, including one accurately sized option for fans.

In a wider sense, the aesthetic marks an affinity for toys and dolls (i.e., things we loved as children), with roots in Japan’s kawaii culture ... it’s all about plushies.

Elmo is entering the rap game — in Japan. Having composed, danced, and interviewed babies, the Sesame Street resident is headed to Asia to explore the power of hip-hop. Elmo will star in Elmo’s Like ...