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Spencer Spirit Holdings to Acquire Hot Topic, BoxLunch and Her Universe
The parent company of Spirit Halloween is buying pop-culture retail chain Hot Topic and its brands from private equity. ...
Lifestyle
How Japan Transformed Ramen into a Worldwide Culinary Phenomenon
Born in Tokyo's backstreets from Chinese influences, ramen has become a global juggernaut, powered by umami, pop culture...
Lifestyle
Immersive Ultraman 'Story Dive' Exhibition Opens at Yokohama Landmark Hall
Tohakusha launches an immersive Ultraman experience featuring original works by six illustrators, with exclusive merchan...
Lifestyle
From Messi to Spider-Man: How Brands Are Using Celebrities and Cinematic Ads to Capture Attention
This week's standout campaigns from Samsung, American Eagle, Lavazza, and others highlight a strategic shift toward imme...
Lifestyle
Viewers Grieve as Three Key ‘Massan’ Characters Depart Ahead of Finale
The NHK morning drama 'Massan' sees fan-favorite supporting players Toshio, Hana and Kumataka exit just five episodes fr...