and Pikachu, among others. One that doesn't get mentioned in that list of commercial heavyweights often enough is Hello Kitty. Not only can millions around the world instantly recognize Sanrio's ...

The Japanese authorities have taken up the issue of too "creative" names, which parents sometimes call their children. "Anime ...

Examples of kirakira names include Pikachu (from "Pokémon") Naiki (like the brand Nike), Kitty (Kitty Chan) and Pū (like ...

From Hello Kitty to Pikachu, the country changed what the world considers adorable. But do these characters represent joy — or rage? By Ligaya Mishan Artwork by Hiroshi YoshiiKimiaki Yaegashi ...

Get ready to train with 2-inch Pikachu, Meowth ... Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron, Hello Kitty and Friends, and more, and the teams will reveal several new collectibles throughout.