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Hanamaruobake Pop-Up Continues in Select Loft Stores

Sanrio's mysterious ghost is continuing to appear in select LOFT stores across Japan. Each store will stock a limited line of merchandise featuring Hanamaruobake sporting cozy designs perfect for the winter period.

Jodie Parkinson • January 09

#news • #gaming

Honkai: Star Rail Returns to Penacony in 3.8 Version Update

After the epic finale of Amphoreus, The Astral Express is set on their next adventure but first a stop at a previous destination, Penacony. Honkai: Star Rail's Version 3.8, also known as "Memories are the Prelude to Dreams" is set to start soon.

Jodie Parkinson • December 08

#news • #VTuber

Hololive's Amane Kanata Announces Graduation

After 6 years of creating content, Hololive's Amane Kanata has announced her graduation. The announcement was posted on the official Hololive X/Twitter on December 2, 2025, alongside a message on Kanata's personal X/Twitter account. Her graduation is scheduled for December 27, 2025.

Jodie Parkinson • December 05

#news • #music

Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2025 Announces Blu-Ray and DVD Release

After the conclusion of the 2025 run of Hatsune Miku "Magical Mirai", it has been announced that the final Tokyo show will be available on Blu-ray and DVD in 2026.

Jodie Parkinson • September 17

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Honkai: Star Rail 3.6 Releases for Trailblazers on September 24

The highly anticipated 3.6 update will be hitting the accounts of Trailblazers of Honkai: Star Rail on September 24, 2025. "Back to Earth in Evernight" continues the story in Amphoreus with the addition of some familiar Astral Express Crew members, some in new forms.

Jodie Parkinson • September 15

#interview • #VTuber

Interview: Andrew "Steiner" Hodgson on Translation and VTubers

At VeXpo, we talked to Andrew Hodgson, the well-known translator-turned-VTuber manager, about his work and future plans.

Alysha Parkinson • September 15

#gaming • #review

Starlight Re:Volver Brings Colorful Action

Starlight Re:Volver game is a multiplayer game developed by Pahdo Labs, full of action and inspired by the anime social worlds. The player, called "Divers," can connect with others in the city and explore a dream-like world with thrilling adventures, minigames, fishing, and even crafting.

Alysha Parkinson • September 10

#news • #stage

Pandora Hearts Musical Announces Cast, New Visual, and Promotional Video

Following the initial announcement, the official account for the upcoming Pandora Hearts musical has released a cast list, a key visual, and a trailer. The stage show will be released later this year and will follow the story of the 2006 manga by Jun Mochizuki. The performance is set to

Jodie Parkinson • September 01

#news • #merchandise

Sanrio’s Hanamaruobake Begins Collaboration With Popular Japanese Fashion Brand, Maison de FLEUR

Sanrio's very own little ghost Hanamaruobake started a collaboration with Japanese fashion brand Maison de FLEUR in celebration of the character;s birthday, August 7. Pre-orders for the products is currently live on the official "STRIPE-CLUB" and ZOZOTOWN websites until the August 31.

Jodie Parkinson • August 23

#feature • #events

VeXpo 2025: What to Expect

The highly anticipated VTuber Expo is coming to Birmingham on September 5. Learn everything about it here!

Alysha Parkinson • August 17

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Honkai: Star Rail Version 3.5 Launches on August 13

Following the adventure-filled story so far in the Trailblazer's journey, Hoyoverse has announced that the second half of the current arc, Amphoreus, will launch on August 13. Version 3.5, "Before Their Deaths," continues the players' journey through the land of remembrance...

Jodie Parkinson • August 03

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Vocaloid Producer STEAKA Teams Up With Obaken for "Watching You" Event

Following the release of their newest song, Vocaloid producer STEAKA is bringing a horror-themed immersive experience in Tokyo in collaboration with Obaken. The experience will follow the story of STEAKA's song titled "WATCHING YOU (ft. Hatsune Miku)" illustrated by MON.

Jodie Parkinson • August 01

#news • #anime • #movie

Zombie Land Saga Movie Unveils New Visual and Trailer

A new visual and trailer for ZOMBIE LAND SAGA: Yumeginga Paradise movie have been released. The highly anticipated continuation of the original anime series announced an October 24 release date across Japan.

Jodie Parkinson • July 28