Japan's regional pop culture war

Tomas Kauer - News Writer and Moderator

Jan 19, 2026 - 15:01

Japan's regional pop culture war

A tsunami of fans surged into Tokyo Big Sight on a cold winter morning in late 2025, lining up before dawn for Comiket 107's 50th anniversary. Fans clutched…

Tomas Kauer - News Writer and Moderator

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