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Edmonton Journal
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edmonton Journal
Three to Eat: Hot and 'oishii' Japanese morsels at Taste of Edmonton
Article content Big Sugar put on a delightfully bumpin' opening night show at Taste of Edmonton Thursday — double-neck guitar action, huge crowd — but besides Gordie Johnson asking us to be his 'honey bunny,' mostly all I was dreaming about was the Japanese cuisine I'd be having for breakfast. Article content 'Hajimemashite' means nice to meet you in Japanese, which is exactly how you'll feel if you dive into any of these, written up here in increasing order of pure yum, also known as 'oishii,' Article content Article content A buff mix of soba noodles, carrots, cabbage, sesame seeds and bite-sized chicken morsels in sauce, this substantive box of delicious will fill you up pretty fast. Standard yet excellent fare — just make sure and eat it while it's hot. A promising start, let's move on. Article content Dragon Ball from Sushi, Tokyo Noodle House (Booth 13, 4 tickets) Article content Not so much next door as continuing one giant booth, these deep-friend, decent-sized balls are even better than they look, a textural explosion of crunchy, chewy and just a little bit fiery via the spicy mayo criss-crossed over top. These first two items are seriously enough for a decent lunch alone, but… Article content Flamed Salmon Nigiri, Takopo (Booth 3, 4 tickets) Article content Well, here's the best-tasting thing I've had so far at ToE: salmon on steamed rice with an incredible mayo sauce on top. Each piece is hand-flamed, so you get a little pyro show as well. But once you put it in your mouth — bam — smoky, salty as the shimmering sea and almost dessert gooey. I found myself talking to my food, thanking it for its service like Mari Kondo or, really, just experiencing a general, Buddhist sort of gratitude which extended to all the hardworking people around the festival making this sensual wonderland happen. Seriously, this nigiri is that good! Doesn't hurt that it looks like bacon. Article content Article content


Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
5 best video games based on the popular Anime series
In the gaming world, video games inspired by anime, they have carved out a unique niche. They offer fans an immersive experience beyond the screen. From the deep RPG adventures to high-octane battles, these titles bring the beloved anime world to life. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Here are the 5 video games based on popular anime series that deeply resonate with fans. Get ready to dive into the standout experiences they offer. Dragon Ball : Sparking! Zero DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO – Announcement Trailer The Budokai Tenkaichi series roared back with Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, offering earth-shattering battles that are faithful to the spectacle of Dragon Ball. In-game players get destructible arenas reacting dynamically to transformations and ki blasts. Joining in, be prepared for some high-speed 3D duels that feature, Rush attacks Ultra-fast combat Over 180 fighters Planet-razing ultimates and Beam clashes The revival, with the aim of recapturing the chaotic energy that made the originals so beloved, packs an immense roster for the Ultimate Dragon Ball brawlfest. Every energy blast, punch and more feels like it's been ripped off from anime, capturing Dragon Ball's essence like never before. One Piece: Odyssey One Piece Odyssey - Gameplay Trailer | PS5 & PS4 Games Bandai Namco with One Piece: Odyssey crafted a unique JRPG journey. It allows players to relive the iconic arcs like Dressrosa and Alabasta, through the compelling new story, while navigating the mysterious Waford's island. The distinct exploration abilities of Straw Hats, like Nami finding the treasure or Chopper ensuring to squeeze through gaps, made the traversal completely engaging. The combat (inspired by the turn-based strategy) employed a rock-paper-scissors style system—power, speed and technique, ensuring to keep battles snappy. While some of the mechanics might feel a bit repetitive, the nostalgia celebration of the greatest hits of the crew provides a charming and accessible RPG experience that the fans cherish. Melty Blood games series The Melty Blood game series is a perfectly unique blend of fast-paced 2D fighting gameplay and storytelling. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It's born from the acclaimed Tsukihime of Type-Moon. Starting as a doujin game in 2002, the series games evolved to a full-fledged franchise with its multiple sequels. It includes Act Cadenza, Actress Again, and even Type Lumina, a 2021 reboot. Known for the deep combat mechanics like Reverse Beat combos, Moon System and Shielding, Melty Blood provides aerial-heavy fighting and a high-speed experience. The series' latest entry, Type Lumina, further modernizes gameplay while continuing to stay true to the roots. It makes it one of the must-play games for all enthusiasts. Naruto Shippuden : Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 4 Gameplay Trailer | PS4 The Ultimate Ninja Storm series has been Naruto fans' favourite for a long time. It is the 4th installment in the game series that stands out. With some stunning visuals, offered fluid combat and its story mode, the game faithfully adapts anime's climactic battles, making it a must-play. What sets this game apart is its cinematic flair. It is so impressive that the anime studio took inspiration from a game for Sasuke and Naruto's final fight. The expansive roster and revamped battle system make every duel feel like an epic showdown, coming right from the show. Fan acclaim has cemented the game's legacy as a quintessential ninja showdown simulator. Sword Art Online games The Sword Art Online game series stands as a JRPG adaptation benchmark. Spanning multiple entries, the games excel at immersing their players in the SAO's virtual worlds. All these games blend original plots and faithful stories, allowing fans to step into the shoes of Kirito or to forge their own path. Collectively, the series boasts strong acclaim and offers diverse experiences from the action RPGs to the shooters. The games' dedicated player base and consistent quality highlight a deeper understanding of the source material and its appeal across varied styles of the game. Final thoughts The above-discussed 5 titles prove that anime games could soar beyond one's expectations. They deliver some authentic experiences, whether via engaging stories, faithful combat or deeper RPG systems. For the fans who seek their favourite anime world's best virtual extension, these games discussed above set a higher bar that's worth clearing.


Tokyo Weekender
2 days ago
- Tokyo Weekender
Man Arrested After Making 580 Fake Hotel Reservations
In this week's news roundup we report on two separate arrests: one man is accused of making hundreds of fake hotel reservations, while another admits to setting fire to the property of a go-karting company. Also this week, ACT withdraws its $46 billion buyout proposal for Seven & i Holdings. The Japanese government launches a new office to deal with unruly foreigners. Dragon Ball 's website announces that the franchise will be opening a store in Tokyo this fall. And Tokito Oda wins his second Wimbledon title. List of Contents: Japanese Man Makes 258 Fake Hotel Reservations Over Four Days Man Stressed by Go-Karting Company Is Arrested for Attempted Arson ACT Withdraw $46 Billion Buyout Proposal for Seven & i Holdings Japanese Government Launches New Office To Deal With Unruly Foreigners World's First Dragon Ball Store To Open in Tokyo This Autumn Tokito Oda Wins Second Wimbledon Wheelchair Title at 19 Related Posts Japanese Man Makes 258 Fake Hotel Reservations Over Four Days On Monday, a 28-year-old man from Shimane Prefecture was arrested for making hundreds of bogus room reservations at a hotel near Haneda Airport. Junki Sanuki stayed at the hotel in Tokyo's Ota ward last November. He reportedly wasn't satisfied with the staff. The following month — from December 16 to 19 — he was alleged to have made 258 room reservations at the hotel under a false name. That wasn't all of it, though. According to the police, more than 580 fake hotel reservations were found on Sanuki's phone and other devices. It is believed that the bookings totaled more than ¥17 million. He was arrested on suspicion of obstructing business by deception. Sanuki, who worked until last month as a clinical laboratory technician at Shimane University Hospital, denied the allegations against him. Japanese Man Arrested After Attempting To Burn Down Tokyo Go-Kart Business A 28-year-old Japanese man was arrested on Wednesday on suspicion of attempted arson after he tried to set fire to the property of a go-karting company, causing damage to three vehicles. The suspect, Yuga Matsuoka, admitted to the crime, saying that the noise of the engines 'stressed' him out. He allegedly set fire to a container used for industrial waste. The flames then spread to three parked go-karts. The incident occurred in the early hours of June 21. Matsuoka had reportedly just finished his shift, working in the warehouse next door. Fortunately, nobody was inside the building at the time. According to NHK , the company, which owns around 70 go-karts, received a letter in English in May from someone threatening to 'set karts aflame if engines are turned on after tomorrow.' ACT Withdraw $46 Billion Buyout Proposal for Seven & i Holdings Following almost a year of negotiations, the Canadian convenience-store operator Alimentation Couche-Tard (ACT) has decided to withdraw its $46 billion buyout proposal for Seven & i Holdings. It said it was pulling out due to 'a lack of constructive engagement' with Seven & i, the Japanese operator of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain. The deal would have been Japan's largest ever foreign buyout. In a letter to the Seven & i Holdings board of directors, ACT said that the Japanese company had 'engaged in a calculated campaign of obfuscation and delay.' Seven & i Holdings replied in a statement saying it disagreed with ACT's 'numerous mischaracterizations,' adding, 'we are not surprised.' The Ito family, founders of Seven & i Holdings, have been opposed to the deal from the start. Image: Prime Minister's Office of Japan Japanese Government Launches New Office To Deal With Unruly Foreigners On Tuesday, the Japanese government held an inauguration ceremony for a new office that has been set up to respond to issues such as crime and over-tourism involving foreigners. Headed by Assistant Chief Cabinet Secretary Wataru Sakata, the office will serve as a cross agency 'control tower,' with 78 employees, including officials from the Cabinet Office, the Justice Ministry and other bodies . 'Crimes and disorderly conduct by some foreigners, as well as the inappropriate use of various administrative systems, have created a situation in which the public feels uneasy and cheated,' said Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at Tuesday's kick-off ceremony. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi, meanwhile, claimed that the establishment of the new office was not an election ploy by the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). World's First Dragon Ball Store To Open in Tokyo This Autumn Originally released in November 1984, Dragon Ball remains one of Japan's most popular manga series. It, therefore, shouldn't come as too much of a surprise to hear the franchise is now getting its own store. The news was announced via the company's official website on Sunday. It's all part of Dragon Ball' s 40th anniversary celebrations, which kicked off last November. At the time of writing, few details have been released about the store. What we do know is that it is slated to open in Tokyo this autumn and will feature limited-edition goods that will only be available at the shop, in addition to other must-have items for fans. More information, such as the exact location and opening date, will be announced on the official website soon. Image: Wikimedia, edits by TW Tokito Oda Wins Second Wimbledon Wheelchair Title at 19 On Sunday, 19-year-old Tokito Oda won his second Wimbledon title in the men's wheelchair singles competition. He came from behind to defeat defending champion Alfie Hewett of Great Britain 3-6 7-5 6-2. It was the third time the two men had faced each other in a Grand Slam final this year. Hewett won the Australian Open in straight sets, before Oda took revenge at the French Open . Between them, the two players have won the last 10 Grand Slam titles and have met each other in seven finals. They also faced each other at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, with Oda coming out on top. Following his latest victory over the British player, Oda said , ' Maybe 100% of the people were cheering for Alfie, but I really enjoyed that moment. I'm r eally happy right now.' Discover Tokyo, Every Week Get the city's best stories, under-the-radar spots and exclusive invites delivered straight to your inbox. 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Japan Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Japan Today
'Demon Slayer' manga series tops 200 million copies sold worldwide
Popular Japanese manga "Demon Slayer" has sold over 200 million copies across all 23 volumes worldwide, its publisher said Thursday, a feat achieved by only a handful of titles under its wing. The number of copies in global circulation of the hit series by Koyoharu Gotoge has hit 220 million, including digital editions, according to Shueisha Inc. The series, which was serialized in the Weekly Shonen Jump from 2016 to 2020, tells the story of Tanjiro Kamado, an adolescent boy who battles human-eating demons while searching for a cure for his sister, who has turned into a demon. An animated film based on the series, released in 2020, became the first movie in Japan to top 40 billion yen in box-office revenue. The latest animated film "Demon Slayer -- Kimetsu No Yaiba -- The Movie: Infinity Castle" will open in cinemas across Japan on Friday. Other Weekly Shonen Jump series that have surpassed 200 million copies in circulation include "Dragon Ball," "Naruto" and "One Piece." © KYODO


The Mainichi
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Mainichi
'Demon Slayer' Japanese manga series tops 200 million copies sold worldwide
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Popular Japanese manga "Demon Slayer" has sold over 200 million copies across all 23 volumes worldwide, its publisher said Thursday, a feat achieved by only a handful of titles under its wing. The number of copies in global circulation of the hit series by Koyoharu Gotoge has hit 220 million, including digital editions, according to Shueisha Inc. The series, which was serialized in the Weekly Shonen Jump from 2016 to 2020, tells the story of Tanjiro Kamado, an adolescent boy who battles human-eating demons while searching for a cure for his sister, who has turned into a demon. An animated film based on the series, released in 2020, became the first movie in Japan to top 40 billion yen ($269 million) in box-office revenue. The latest animated film "Demon Slayer -- Kimetsu No Yaiba -- The Movie: Infinity Castle" will open in cinemas across Japan on Friday. Other Weekly Shonen Jump series that have surpassed 200 million copies in circulation include "Dragon Ball," "Naruto" and "One Piece."