What makes this poem special is its unique structure: each kana of the Japanese alphabet is used exactly once, without repetitions. Furthermore, it encapsulates a profound meaning relating to the ...

Japan has officially cracked down on “kirakira” names of the babies with a newly introduced law. According to CNN, unusual names like Pikachu, Pudding, Devil and Nike were gaining popularity in Japan ...

with names like Pikachu, Daiya (diamond), Naiki (Nike), Pū (as in Winnie-the-Pooh), and even Akuma, which means “devil,” becoming increasingly common in Japanese classrooms. Without the use ...

Japan has officially cracked down on “kirakira” — meaning “shiny” or “glittery” — baby names, with a new law aimed at dimming the dazzle of outlandish monikers like Pikachu ...

Tokyo (CNN) — If you go to Japan, there’s a chance you might meet someone with an unusual name – such as “Nike,” “Pikachu” or “Pudding.” While still a minority, these names have ...

Tokyo (CNN) — If you go to Japan, there’s a chance you might meet someone with an unusual name – such as “Nike,” “Pikachu” or “Pudding.” While still a minority, these names have grown in popularity ...

Pikachu Tairyou Hassei Chu debuted in 2014 to celebrate the release of new Pokémon movie. Now it's an annual event held in the Minato Mirai district of Yokohama. Every year, the festival has a special ...