Brianna Fox-Priest

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The First Music Awards Japan Award Winners and Highlights by June 9, 2025 The American Music Awards has been around for 50 years and is celebrating more cross-cultural collaborations and international artists, but did you know Japan just had its very own music awards show?  The inaugural Music Awards Japan (MAJ) 2025, held on May 21–22 at Kyoto’s ROHM Theatre, marked a significant milestone in Japan’s music industry.

2 weeks ago | otakuusamagazine.com | Brianna Fox-Priest

Tokyo’s Unique Detective Conan Collaborations Happening Now by June 8, 2025 When in Tokyo, it’s almost impossible to avoid spotting anime—whether it’s splashed across billboards in Akihabara, featured in themed cafes, or printed on everything from bottled drinks to kitchen towels. But some collaborations go beyond novelty and into full-blown, interactive fan experiences.

1 month ago | otakuusamagazine.com | Brianna Fox-Priest

Hikaru Utada’s Surprise Performance at Coachcella by May 2, 2025 Hikaru Utada just reminded the world why they’re a J-pop legend. On the second weekend of the 2025 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival Utada made a surprise appearance during avant-garde producer Arca’s set at the Gobi Stage—and absolutely stole the show.

2 months ago | otakuusamagazine.com | Brianna Fox-Priest

Here’s What to Know About the Gundam Takeover at Times Square by March 28, 2025 The word around the internet is that there’s a special Gundam takeover at Times Square in New York City on March 29!The official Gundam social media pages and news outlets have been pretty secretive, but here’s what we know and can possibly expect. What is the Gundam Takeover in Times Square?

2 months ago | otakuusamagazine.com | Brianna Fox-Priest

New Bandai Namco Cross Store Opens in Japan Village Brooklyn by March 27, 2025 Have you heard? Brooklyn just got its very own Bandai Namco Cross Store! This is the first flagship store in the US. Bandai Namco, the renowned Japanese entertainment conglomerate behind iconic franchises like Pac-Man, Gundam and Tamagotchi, officially opened its doors on February 28, 2025.