The TOTO Washlet, a high-tech bidet toilet seat renowned for its innovative warm-water cleansing system, is making significant strides in the United States. Despite a modest 3% penetration rate, TOTO’s sales have surged, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic, positioning the brand for substantial growth in a market with untapped potential. …

Ano’s Debut Nippon Budokan Concert: A Sold-Out Spectacle and Exciting Future Plans On September 3, 2025, Japanese multifaceted artist Ano (real name Shimizu Ayano) made history with her first solo concert at the iconic Nippon Budokan in Tokyo. Titled “Casting a Curse, Dispelling the Illusion” (translated from “呪いをかけて、まぼろしをといて。”), the event …

In the ever-evolving world of global entertainment, Japanese director Shinsuke Sato continues to captivate audiences with his masterful blend of high-stakes action and thought-provoking narratives. Fresh off the phenomenal success of Netflix’s Alice in Borderland (known in Japanese as Imawa no Kuni no Arisu), Sato has teased an exciting new …