Brian Ashcraft
Originally from Texas, Ashcraft has called Osaka home since 2001. He has authored six books, including most recently, The Japanese Sake Bible.
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Japan’s Newest Life-Sized Gundam Officially Unveiled
The time has come. The wait is over. Japan’s latest one-to-one Gundam is finally finished.
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Pokémon Go Gyms Open At Sushi Restaurants In Japan
Earlier this month, Kotaku reported that Pokémon Go would be ending its collaboration with McDonald’s in Japan. Now, it’s been announced that the game is teaming up with a sushi chain.
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Remastered One Piece Anime Cropped For Widescreen
In the One Piece anime, the East Blue saga is the first 61 episodes. Debuting in 1999, the TV anime was originally broadcasted at a 4:3 aspect ratio.
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Look At These Metal Gear Solid Air Jordans
Last year, film director Jordan Vogt-Roberts (Kong: Skull Island) showed off some epic Pikachu Air Jordans. Now in 2020, he’s back with a pair of excellent Metal Gear Solid themed ones.