TOKYO, Feb 1 (Reuters) - An iconic cafe and show venue that symbolises Japan's "kawaii" pop culture, and is beloved by tourists and celebrities, has shut its doors in Tokyo, the capital, after ...

The fast-growing craze for “kawaii” art in Asia has made stars out of a handful of Western artists seemingly overnight. Among them is the 45-year-old Spanish artist Edgar Plans who, despite ...

Hello Kitty turns 50 on Friday. Befitting a pop icon at midlife, the bubble-headed, bow-wearing character's fictional birthday has brought museum exhibits, a theme park spectacle and a national tour.

Brooklyn Children’s Museum is giving Halloween an anime makeover on Oct. 26, as its annual Halloween event collides with the ...

So you’re familiar with Babymetal, right? Well, now there's Ladybaby: The Japanese pop-metal band you didn't know you wanted. The trio break the traditional J-pop mold by adding a bearded ...