Genshin Impact and Pokemon VA Elliot Gindi in hot waters after posts of sexual harassment surface
American voice actor Elliot Gindi has posted an apology on Twitter admitting his misconduct but denied acts with 'underaged fans.'
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- Feb 1
Legendary author Haruki Murakami to release new novel in April, six years after last publication
Japanese publication Shinchosha announced on Wednesday that prolific author Haruki Murakami will be releasing a new novel in April.
- Aug 17, 2022
VA Mikako Komatsu announces pregnancy with husband Tomoaki Maeno
Mikako Komatsu is the voice of Maki Zen'in from Jujutsu Kaisen, while Tomoaki Maeno is the voice of Zhongli from Genshin Impact.
- Jul 25, 2022
Japanese VA group 'Run Girls, Run!' announces disbandment by March 2023
Members Coco Hayashi (Hayamaru), Yūka Morishima (Mocchi), and Nanami Atsugi (Acchan) are disbanding to pursue their own paths.
- Jul 25, 2022
Solo Leveling artist Jang "Dubu" Sung-rak dies due to illness
Dubu, who had been struggling with chronic health issues, passed away on July 23. His funeral was kept private by family.
- Jul 15, 2022
Junji Ito nominated for 2022 Eisner Awards, 'Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre' cast revealed
This 2022, Ito is again in the running for both Best U.S. Edition of International Material - Asia and Best Writer/Artist.
- Jul 8, 2022
Japan's former prime minister Shinzo Abe passes away after fatal gunshot in Nara
The late PM has succumbed to his injuries after being shot earlier this morning, July 8, in Nara City.
- Jul 8, 2022
Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe taken to hospital after possible gunshot
The former PM has gone into cardiac arrest after collapsing from a suspected shooting. This is a developing story.
- Jul 7, 2022
'Yu-Gi-Oh!' manga author Kazuki Takahashi dies at age 60
Yu-Gi-Oh! manga author Kazuki Takahashi has passed away at age 60 after a supposed diving accident in Okinawa.
- Jun 21, 2022
'Tomodachi Game' gets 2nd TV drama adaptation starring idol units Bishounen×HiHi Jets
The members of idol units Bishounen & HiHi Jets will play the characters of Groups C and K. The drama show starts airing in July.
- Apr 22, 2022
Ouran High School Host Club VAs Kenichi Suzumura & Maaya Sakamoto announce birth of first child
Voice actors Kenichi Suzumura (47) and Maaya Sakamoto (42) have made a joint announcement about the birth of their first child.
- Mar 9, 2022
Fumi Yoshinaga wins the 72nd Art Encouragement Prize for 'Ooku' & 'What Did You Eat Yesterday?'
Multi-award winning manga author Fumi Yoshinaga has won the 72nd Art Encouragement Prize for her profound works tackling gender issues.
- Mar 5, 2022
Kensho Ono, Megumi Ogata, Hiro Shimono and many more grab awards at Japan's 16th Seiyuu Awards
Kensho Ono and Megumi Ogata grab the Best Actor/Actress award, while Hiro Shimono takes the Most Valuable Seiyuu (MVS) Award!
- Mar 4, 2022
Voice actress Anzu Haruno announces hiatus due to health issues
Voice actress Anzu Haruno, who voices Ramiris from isekai anime TenSura, is going on hiatus to recover from poor health.
- Feb 1, 2022
Japanese voice actress Sakura Ayane joins talent agency Aoni Production
After leaving her former talent agency I’m Enterprise on Monday, Japanese voice actress Sakura Ayane joins Aoni Production.
- Jan 31, 2022
Japanese voice actress Sakura Ayane exits talent agency I'm Enterprise
Japanese voice actress Sakura Ayane has left her talent agency I’m Enterprise on Monday according to a short statement of the agency.
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- Jan 26, 2022
[Event Report] Hikaru Utada promotes 'Bad Mode' album with online concert at Air Studios
Viral Japanese-American singer-songwriter Hikaru Utada delighted fans with a live online concert last Jan. 19, 2022 to promote her eighth...
- Jan 24, 2022
Japanese voice actor Junichi Suwabe tests positive for COVID-19
Japanese voice actor Junichi Suwabe has been diagnosed with the new coronavirus (COVID-19) after his PCR Test result came on Saturday.
- Jan 24, 2022
Japanese voice actor Soma Saito tests positive for COVID-19
Japanese voice actor Soma Saito has been announced by his agency, 81 Produce, on Monday to be infected with the new coronavirus (COVID-19).
- Jan 23, 2022
Kenshi Yonezu appears in PlayStation® Japan's newest commercial featuring his new song 'POP SONG'
Japanese singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu appears on the newest 30-second commercial of PlayStation® Japan featuring his new song 'POP SONG.'
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