Samantha Low, Author at Tokyo Weekender

Smell Like a DigiDestined With New Digimon Adventure Perfume

Samantha Low — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:28:01 +0000

Japan has no end to interesting anime and manga collaborations, especially where merchandise is concerned. And while the Digimon Adventure series is far from the first anime to enter our olfactory senses, we think this could be one of the most interesting collabs yet. Enter Digimon-themed perfumes just in time to commemorate the 25th anniversary […]

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Pose Like a JoJo Character in These Mayla Shoes

Samantha Low — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 10:20:58 +0000

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is an anime that’s known for a lot of things, including its incredibly stylish characters. In this latest collaboration with anime apparel brand, Mayla, you can now strut your stuff like a JoJo protagonist on a fashion runway. Stylish Golden Wind Shoes The shoes are specifically inspired by characters from JoJo’s Bizarre […]

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Japan Launches Custom Gundam Manholes To Boost Tourism

Samantha Low — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 09:34:10 +0000

Manhole covers have oddly become a popular attraction with many new ones getting launched this year such as the Sailor Moon manhole cover in Minato City and the Doge manhole tribute to the dog, Kabosu, in Sakura City. A new challenger has entered the mix this year and it’s none other than Gundam! The Gundam […]

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Real-Life Kessoku Band from Bocchi the Rock to Broadcast Live Tour Across Japan

Samantha Low — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 09:52:16 +0000

For the first time ever, the famous Kessoku Band will be performing live and broadcasting it to all of their fans throughout Japan. Non-Bocchi fans who might not understand the significance of this, let us explain. Kessoku Band is the name of the fictional musical group within the Bocchi the Rock universe. Yet somehow creators, […]

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Upcoming Dandadan Anime Revealed Early Due to Leaks

Samantha Low — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 08:53:23 +0000

The only thing more important than anime itself are anime openings. Since the early years of anime fandom, openings have been a staple part of the community with many launching the careers of the singers and bands that are behind them. Dandadan, a popular manga serialized in the Shonen Jump+ app, is set to begin […]

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Rock Pirate Gold with New One Piece x Casetify Collaboration

Samantha Low — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 03:51:19 +0000

Casetify never misses with their anime, manga and gaming collaborations. The mobile phone and electronic accessories company is known not only for their high quality products and slick case designs but also their ability to stay in lock-step with pop culture. To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the One Piece anime, the brand is launching […]

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A Naruto x Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Crossover is On the Way

Samantha Low — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 07:42:51 +0000

We couldn’t have made this headline up even if we tried. Two legendary ninja properties are finally colliding! In this East meets West collaboration, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will be joining forces with arguably Japan’s most beloved ninja series, Naruto. The Perfect Ninja Storm According to this news report by IGN, this collision course is […]

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Lacoste Sets Out to the High Seas with One Piece Collaboration

Samantha Low — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 03:46:01 +0000

Manga and anime fashion collaborations are fairly commonplace these days, but it’s rare when you find an international luxury brand ready to showcase their nerdy side. Enter French label Lacoste and their latest One Piece line! Lacoste Gets the One Piece Treatment The brand is well known for its iconic crocodile, often depicted as a […]

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Blue Lock Anime’s New Chinaware Line Lets You Elevate Your Dining Experience

Samantha Low — Fri, 02 Aug 2024 01:55:39 +0000

Fans of Blue Lock are absolutely anticipating the second season of the show. The popular soccer anime, originally created by Kaneshiro Muneyuki and Nomura Yusuke, will resume airing in October 2024. To celebrate the occasion, why not throw a tea party at home? In one of the most surprising collaborations we’ve seen this year, world-renowned […]

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New Attack on Titan High Heeled Shoes Are Both Beautiful and Creepy

Samantha Low — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 08:00:17 +0000

Note, this article may contain spoilers related to the ending of the anime, Attack on Titan. When looking back on the end of Attack on Titan, you might recall epic yet tragic images such as the Doomsday Titan surrounded by an army of Colossal Titans. Japanese shoe label Mayla has gone one step further (see […]

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