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Japanese Films Playing in U.S. Theaters in 2026 (KOKUHO wide release expected in Feb)

MAY — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 23:28:55 +0000

Japanese films in U.S. theaters 2025 — schedules, distributors, and where to buy tickets. Updated lineup and festival screenings.

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Studio Ghibli Fest 2025 — Eight Films Returning to Theaters

MAY — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 23:13:12 +0000

Studio Ghibli Fest 2025 — Eight Ghibli classics (Kiki, Totoro, Spirited Away, Boy and the Heron) return to U.S. theaters. Screening dates & ticket info.

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Japanese Films Playing in U.S. Theaters in 2025

MAY — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:43:00 +0000

A complete list of Japanese films screened in U.S. theaters in 2025, including Studio Ghibli titles such as The Boy and the Heron and Kiki’s Delivery Service, Mamoru Hosoda films like Summer Wars, Gundam classics and new releases, Attack on Titan, Cowboy Bebop, and more. (KOKUHO opens nationwide in early 2026.)

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LA’s New Landmark COSM: Experiencing the Future of Cinema

MAY — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 20:02:12 +0000

My review of seeing The Matrix at COSM in Inglewood — an immersive 87-ft LED-dome theater. Includes seat recommendations, parking tips, and a short guide to Hollywood Park and SoFi Stadium.

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"KOKUHO" will be released in North American theaters in Feb 2026

MAY — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:59:50 +0000

GKIDS will release KOKUHO in North America in early 2026. Read our updated report on the film’s Japan box-office success, festival screenings, and Oscar bid.

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Report: Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2017

MAY — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 23:40:17 +0000

I Finally Made It to Coachella! Ever since moving to California, attending the Coachella Valley ...

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teamLab’s immersive art — a must-see for Japan lovers

MAY — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:12:00 +0000

Experience teamLab’s immersive digital art in Japan—walk through interactive light, sound and water installations at Planets, Borderless, and outdoor exhibits.

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Japanese Mingei Crafts

MAY — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 21:42:10 +0000

Is it the times or my age? Lately, I've been encountering "mingei" (folk crafts) everywhere, both in ...

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Japan Art Trip: Setouchi Triennale and Benesse Art Site

MAY — Sun, 07 Jul 2024 22:49:47 +0000

Introducing an efficient 3-day/2-night plan to visit Naoshima and Teshima. In which order should I visit the islands? Which works and facilities should you visit? This page will help you to plan quick but beneficial stay these islands.

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It's time of "Coachella Music and Arts Festival"

MAY — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 23:02:00 +0000

The Coachella Music and Arts Festival, one of the largest outdoor music festivals in the United Stat ...

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