Travel & OtakuTips

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The Creator Reality Check: Money, Space, Sleep, and the Quiet Burnout

The hidden truth behind creator dreams: costs pile up, rooms split in two, sleep disappears—and “self-investment” sellers move in. A reality check without killing the dream.
Anime & Games

Pokémon Card Lottery Fraud: Multi-Account Resale Arrests

Two men were arrested after allegedly abusing Pokémon Center Online lottery sales with multi-accounts. How resale fraud works—and why it keeps repeating.
Akihabara Culture

Sushiro x JoJo Collaboration Starts in Japan(akihahabara,sendai,koube,OSAKA,TOKYO)

Sushiro teams up with JoJo Part 3: Stardust Crusaders from Feb 4–23, 2026. Full menu list, limited bonus goods, prize campaigns, and 4 special stores—explained with details and cautions.
Ikebukuro Culture

Ikebukuro in Haikyuu!! Mode: An Unexpected Encounter on a Winter Night & more

During Haikyuu!! movie hype, Ikebukuro delivered an unexpected moment inside Gyoza no Ohsho. A quiet, strange, very real city story.
Anime & Games

The Haruhi Suzumiya TV Anime 20th Anniversary Project Explained

The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya celebrates its 20th anniversary with the "Suzumiya Haruhi no Orei" project. Discover why this anime-focused event matters in 2026.
Akihabara Culture

Akihabara Travel Story: The Anime Umbrella Theft That Froze the Room

A strange encounter in Tokyo's electric town. We share a real Akihabara travel story about an anime umbrella theft that left the room in silence. The first in a new series!
Travel & OtakuTips

Tokyo Girls Collection Shizuoka 2026 Is Happening Now — Here’s What Makes It Worth Watching

Experience TGC Shizuoka 2026! It's not just a fashion show—it's a massive pop culture festival featuring idols, live music, and the latest trends in Japanese kawaii culture.
Travel & OtakuTips

Where to Buy Authentic Japanese Crafts in Tokyo Without Getting Lost

Skip the mass-produced souvenirs. Discover where to find authentic, artisan-made Japanese crafts in Tokyo with real provenance for discerning US and European travelers.
Travel & OtakuTips

Kappabashi Is Not a Scam, But You Might Be Buying the Wrong Dream in Tokyo

Don't buy the "wrong dream." We reveal the truth about shopping in Kappabashi, Tokyo. Learn how to distinguish authentic Japanese knives and bowls from overpriced souvenirs.
Travel & OtakuTips

Tokyo’s Otaku Geography

Tokyo's fan culture is evolving. Explore the real-world locations where otaku gather today, from Akihabara's shops to new hubs organized by gender and media format.