Entertainment News Dec 28, 2020
The film, which has amassed ¥32.47 billion since its Oct. 16 opening, surpassed the earnings of Hayao Miyazaki's "Spirited Away."
Entertainment News Dec 14, 2020
'Demon Slayer' close to surpassing 'Spirited Away' as Japan's top-grossing film
by Elaine Lies
The tale of a boy fighting human-eating demons which murdered his family, "Demon Slayer" is poised to become Japan's top-grossing film ever, thanks to a boost in fan numbers due to the coronavirus pandemic and its message of resilience.
Business Dec 5, 2020
The popular manga series "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba" has generated an economic impact of at least ¥270 billion in Japan, Dai-ichi Life Research Institute Inc. said in an estimate Friday. The total includes ¥85 billion book sales, over ¥50 billion in sales related to ...
Entertainment News Nov 24, 2020
'Demon Slayer' becomes Japan's third-highest grossing film ever
The manga series, now a global hit, has been translated into 14 languages and is available in 33 countries and regions, according to publisher Shueisha Inc.
Asia Pacific Nov 7, 2020
As China’s propaganda push continues, Wuhan emerges as a star
by Vivian Wang
New television shows have paid tribute to the city where the coronavirus emerged, focusing on residents’ heroism and glossing over official mistakes.
National Nov 2, 2020
The steam locomotive is running until Nov. 23, but all advance tickets have already been sold.
Business Oct 27, 2020
Sushi and canned coffee get unlikely boost from record-breaking ‘Demon Slayer’ movie
Promotional tie-ins with the hit film have boosted Kura Sushi and Dydo's sales.
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.
Our Lives Oct 26, 2020
‘We just have to work hard to make informed decisions and keep things moving’
by Naché Buie
When the global pandemic hit Japan, the nation’s residents were asked to #stayhome to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. And a lot of us were at risk of going stir-crazy. To deal with the so-called aratana nichijō (new normal) we were encouraged to ...
Entertainment News Oct 21, 2020
Pitt's 'Fight Club' jacket, 'Pretty Woman' boots up for sale in memorabilia auction
by Hanna Rantala
Film fans will have the chance to get their hands on the thigh-high patent leather boots worn by Julia Roberts in "Pretty Woman" or Tom Cruise's "Top Gun" bomber jacket when nearly 1,000 items of movie memorabilia go on sale in an auction in ...
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.
Film Oct 10, 2020
Disney says it had to work with Chinese government on ‘Mulan’
Walt Disney Co. defended its cooperation with government entities accused of human-rights abuses in China’s Xinjiang region, saying the company had to work with the government in order to make films there. "There are regulations that must be followed by all foreign film production companies ...