The first short film produced together by Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures showing the rarely seen Koji production and Shochu making process as distillers explain why Shochu is so unique, and why the world's best bartenders love it and accept Shochu as new spirit category. Kagoshima Shochu Makers Association and Miyazaki Prefecture aim to promote Satsuma, Kokuto and … [Read more...] about The Hidden Spirit of Kyushu-Shochu-Kagoshima and Miyazaki Prefecture Team up to Unlock the 500 Year Old Mystery of a Japanese Distilled Spirit
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Oscar-Qualifying New York International Children’s Film Festival 2021 Goes Virtual
New York International Children's Film Festival to open with Premiere event for CITY OF GHOSTS on March 5; Announces Opening Spotlight NAHUEL & THE MAGIC BOOK and Closing Spotlight RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON New York International Children’s Film Festival (NYICFF) announced its 2021 Special Programs today. The 24th edition of the Festival will open on March 5th with a … [Read more...] about Oscar-Qualifying New York International Children’s Film Festival 2021 Goes Virtual
LAIKA Celebrates 15 Years of Award-Winning Filmmaking
LAIKA, the award-winning animation studio nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, celebrates 15 years of bold, memorable and award-winning filmmaking this month. With its world-class filmmaking team and a commitment to make “movies that matter,” LAIKA pushes the boundaries of family entertainment and animated movies, redefining what stories can and should be told through … [Read more...] about LAIKA Celebrates 15 Years of Award-Winning Filmmaking
Warner Bros. Consumer Products’ New “Wonder Woman 1984” Collection Brings the Iconic DC Super Hero’s Warrior Spirit to Life and Inspires Fans Worldwide
Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) has launched an all-new collection of must-have lifestyle products and engaging experiences inspired by “Wonder Woman 1984,” (WW84) the highly anticipated follow up to 2017’s record-breaking “Wonder Woman” feature film from Warner Bros. Pictures. The specially-designed collection of fashion, jewelry, accessories, footwear, home goods, pet … [Read more...] about Warner Bros. Consumer Products’ New “Wonder Woman 1984” Collection Brings the Iconic DC Super Hero’s Warrior Spirit to Life and Inspires Fans Worldwide
Yakuza: Like a Dragon Reveals “Heroes of Tomorrow” Trailer, Announces PlayStation 5 Version as Well as Casting of Legendary Actor George Takei
Kicking off Comic Con @ Home, Sega of America launched pre-orders for Yakuza: Like a Dragon alongside the debut of the game’s new “Heroes of Tomorrow” Trailer, which showcases explosive, dynamic RPG gameplay of protagonist Ichiban Kasuga and his ragtag party. Ever want to see a group of middle-aged “heroes” battle massive construction vehicles, take down thugs with an uppercut … [Read more...] about Yakuza: Like a Dragon Reveals “Heroes of Tomorrow” Trailer, Announces PlayStation 5 Version as Well as Casting of Legendary Actor George Takei
Summer Sonic 2020 Festival to Stream Legendary Archive Live Performances From Green Day, Rihanna, Nine Inch Nails, the Prodigy And, X JAPAN
One of the world's biggest annual music festivals, Summer Sonic, will stream legendary archive live performances on July 22 and 23 for Free via the Summer Sonic YouTube channel: Here. Day 2 (Thursday, July 23) of the streaming event will present epic sets from Green Day (2012), Nine Inch Nails (2009), Rihanna (2012), The Prodigy (2008), and X JAPAN (2011). X … [Read more...] about Summer Sonic 2020 Festival to Stream Legendary Archive Live Performances From Green Day, Rihanna, Nine Inch Nails, the Prodigy And, X JAPAN
Yoshikimono Selected by Tokyo National Museum for Special Kimono Exhibition
From now through August 23rd, the Tokyo National Museum’s special “KIMONO” exhibition will include “Yoshikimono” designs from the Japanese superstar YOSHIKI. The KIMONO exhibition displays around 300 pieces, including kimonos worn by prominent historical figures like Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, and Ieyasu, as well as kimonos personally designed by YOSHIKI. This exhibition of … [Read more...] about Yoshikimono Selected by Tokyo National Museum for Special Kimono Exhibition
14-Year-Old Hinano Takashima Selected as the Grand Winner of the Female Singer Audition for Yuki Kajiura’s Theme Song of the Theatrical Animation Film “Deemo The Movie”
Pony Canyon reports that the final round of the female singer audition for the theme song of the upcoming theatrical animation film "DEEMO THE MOVIE" was announced during "DEEMO THE MOVIE - UTAHIME AUDITION FINAL" (*utahime = diva/songstress), an official program of the online event "Anime Expo Lite", with 14-year-old Japanese girl Hinano Takashima being selected as the grand … [Read more...] about 14-Year-Old Hinano Takashima Selected as the Grand Winner of the Female Singer Audition for Yuki Kajiura’s Theme Song of the Theatrical Animation Film “Deemo The Movie”
Arrow’s July Lineup Includes Underseen Classics and Award Winners
Arrow continues to bring the fire this summer with 6 new July releases that offer a little something for everyone. Korean zombie comedy? Arrow has it. Supernatural British thriller? You bet! Indian-American action-adventure? Yep! Arrow starts slinging the heat on July 7th with three titles starting with Zombie for Sale. This zom-com from first-time Korean director Lee … [Read more...] about Arrow’s July Lineup Includes Underseen Classics and Award Winners
Voice App Lab Launches Game Box, a Fully Visualized Voice Game for Amazon Alexa
Voice App Lab, Inc., a pioneer of voice apps in Japan, announced the launch of “Game Box”, a brand new, fully visualized voice games, exclusively for Alexa. Game Box is a game collection skill, featuring beautiful graphics and animations, specialized for Alexa devices with screens, such as Amazon Echo Show. Each game can be played by up to four … [Read more...] about Voice App Lab Launches Game Box, a Fully Visualized Voice Game for Amazon Alexa