Film Jan 11, 2022
Iwanami Hall, known for screening foreign films, to close after nearly 50 years
The Tokyo theater famous for showing art films from around the world has said it will shut down in July due to the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.
Business Dec 11, 2021
Closed North American movie theaters leave void from small towns to big cities
by Brian Eckhouse and Dave Merrill
Almost two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, about 630 movie theaters remain closed across North America. And many may never reopen.
Film Oct 3, 2021
James Bond becomes theaters’ new hope for a box office jolt
by Kelly Gilblom
It’s the first Bond film shot with Imax’s giant-screen cameras and the first in 3D, which lets theaters charge higher prices.
Business Oct 1, 2021
China’s box office becomes a giant headache for Hollywood
by Shirley Zhao and Christopher Palmeri
Now the world’s largest film market, nationalism and China’s own version of "cancel culture” mean challenges for U.S. filmmakers.
National Jun 1, 2021
Department stores and cinemas reopen in Tokyo under extended emergency
Under the guidelines, department stores are permitted to operate fully on weekdays with shortened business hours.
Entertainment News May 6, 2021
As of Sunday, the film had already become the third-highest-grossing Japanese anime film in North America with $32.22 million.
Business / Corporate Apr 28, 2021
Imax to almost triple its Japan network in bet moviegoers will return
by Shirley Zhao
The jumbo-screen operator is targeting an expansion to 100 theaters from 39 now and has also renewed an agreement with Toho Co. to release five more of the studio’s films.
Film Apr 18, 2021
R rating for 'Demon Slayer' in U.S. highlights difference in attitudes
by Tomohiro Osaki
While Japan's highest-grossing film is accessible to all in its home country, younger viewers in the United States must be accompanied by their parents.
Film Apr 18, 2021
With 'Demon Slayer' rated R in the U.S., what do film ratings mean in Japan?
by Tomohiro Osaki
Eirin, Japan's film classification board, has to consider eight factors when rating a film: violence, nudity, sex, crime, drugs, terror, language and theme.
National / Media | BIG IN JAPAN Feb 27, 2021
Corporate selloffs reflect tough times in Japan amid pandemic
by Mark Schreiber
Leading Japanese companies are considering selling off prestigious headquarters in central Tokyo as COVID-19 continues to reshape business operations.
Business Oct 26, 2020
'Demon Slayer' fastest movie to rake in ¥10 billion in Japan
Fans are watching closely to see if the movie will overtake "Spirited Away" as the highest grossing Japanese movie in history.
Business Oct 13, 2020
As cinemas struggle worldwide, Japan’s movie king Toho nears new high
by Gearoid Reidy and Shoko Oda
The firm, which owns theaters and also produces movies, has seen its stock recover 45% from its March low.