AI AirFriend: Make your own AI character or talk in real-time with any character you want
A couple of weeks ago, I saw a story on Instagram of a girl talking to her favorite character from Tokyo Revengers, so I sent…
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LINE Friends and Treasure collaborate on Truz character cafe coming to Tokyo this month
LINE is the most popular messaging app in Japan, and as such, the characters that feature in their ‘stickers’ can become beloved stars in their…
Mother’s Day gifts from LINE provide an easy way to celebrate with Mom
This year, Mother’s Day is being celebrated amid a renewed COVID-19 lockdowns in Japan. While that is undeniably disheartening, messaging company LINE, ubiquitous throughout the…
Tokyo’s LINE Friends pop-up cafe has cutest menu around for fans of Brown and Cony
LINE is the most popular messaging app in Japan, and everyone can recognise the adorable mascot characters that the company is known for. The app…
LINE property information service expands to cover Tokyo and Kanagawa
The coronavirus pandemic, and the fear of infection that goes with it, continue to have unforeseen consequences, with all kinds of businesses having to adapt…
Dog food maker Petokoto offers free LINE veterinary consultation
Living in lockdown under the state of emergency, many of us aren’t getting as much exercise as we should. The same goes for our pets,…
New Light Up LINE FRIENDS Phone Case Released
Roa International Co. Ltd, a company which specialises in the production of unique mobile accessories have produced an official licensed LINE FRIENDS light up phone…
Japan’s BT21 Cafes Return for 2020 with Revamped ‘Spring Party’ and ‘Baby BT21’ Menu
BT21, the super popular characters created by messaging app LINE and K-pop group BTS, keep coming back to Japan for more and more pop-up cafes,…
Under 5% of Japanese companies using off-peak commuting and telework, survey reveals
As Japan continues to face the growing threat of COVID-19 within its borders, many companies have mandated or encouraged employees to begin telecommuting or off-peak…
All in on Bitcoin: LINE, Rakuten & others bet on future of Facebook’s Libra and cryptocurrencies
Last year, Facebook’s announcement of its Libra stablecoin, a type of cryptocurrency pegged to a basket of world currencies, met with much fanfare. But world…
The Alley Bubble Tea Stand Collaborates with LINE FRIENDS for Adorable Monthly Boba Delicacies in Japan
The Alley, a Taiwanese bubble tea chain, has been a popular staple since its signature deer insignia landed in Tokyo a couple of years ago….
Hello Kitty VS. Gundam Project Debuts With Awesome Anime Short In Surprise Crossover
Many crossovers we see consisting of Japanese entertainment giants seem like they would be a natural fit, as seen with the merchandise and events that…
LINE store Harajuku Presents BTS Webtoon Exhibition ‘Save Me’ for 1 Year Anniversary
It’s been one year since the LINE FRIENDS flagship store in Harajuku opened and started offering three floors of the cutest character goods around. As…
Usamaru Cafe Adds Adorable Interactive Projection Mapping To Animate Your Meals
Usamaru If you’re into cute characters, you may be familiar with Usamaru, a rabbit character designed by sakumaru which first made its appearance as a…
BT21 Cafe Returns to Japan with New Menu for Winter 2018
The BT21 Cafe is coming back to Japan with a revamped menu representing each of the 8 adorable characters. The temporary eateries will appear in…