Battle of the Beetles | Arts and Entertainment | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
An arcade game called Mushiking, in which players battle for supremacy using cards featuring pictures of fierce-looking beetles from around the world, has captured the imagination of elementary-school boys across Japan.

Full Metal Fantasy | Arts and Entertainment | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
Recently the comic and anime titled Hagane no Renkinjutsushi (Fullmetal Alchemist), popularly known as "Hagaren," has gained a huge following among children and adults alike.

World-Class Virtuosity | Arts and Entertainment | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
As the physiques of Japanese people Westernize, Japanese ballet dancers are rising up the ranks of top ballet companies of the world as principals and soloists.

Hello Kitty, Way To Go! | Arts and Entertainment | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
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The World of Japanese Anime | Arts and Entertainment | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
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Midsummer Nights' Revelry | Arts and Entertainment | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
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05-07 | Sports | Memory Lane | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
In recent years athletes from Japan - the home of traditional martial arts like karate and kendo - have making their mark in all kinds of disciplines, including Major League Baseball and top European soccer leagues. Read about their exploits here.

99-00 | Sports | Memory Lane | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
In recent years athletes from Japan - the home of traditional martial arts like karate and kendo - have making their mark in all kinds of disciplines, including Major League Baseball and top European soccer leagues. Read about their exploits here.

05-07 | People | Memory Lane | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
Behind every groundbreaking idea or discovery is a person whose insight, talent, and hard work has enabled them to lead where others follow. This section tells the stories of these innovators.

03-04 | Science & Technology | Memory Lane | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
Japan is synonymous with groundbreaking inventions and scientific breakthroughs. Here you can revisit the advances covered by Trends in Japan over the past decade.

99-00 | Science & Technology | Memory Lane | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
Japan is synonymous with groundbreaking inventions and scientific breakthroughs. Here you can revisit the advances covered by Trends in Japan over the past decade.

97-98 | Lifestyle & Society | Memory Lane | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
This section covers a wide variety of fields in which Japanese innovations have often spread to other countries, such as work, food, architecture, and international cooperation.

01-02 | Pop Culture | Memory Lane | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
Discover manga, anime, J-pop, and much more in this section showcasing some of the most popular and influential Japanese arts and entertainment of recent years.

95-96 | Business & Economy | Memory Lane | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
Japanese businesses have a well deserved reputation for innovation. Explore the cutting-edge products and services Japanese companies have developed in recent times.

97-98 | Business & Economy | Memory Lane | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
Japanese businesses have a well deserved reputation for innovation. Explore the cutting-edge products and services Japanese companies have developed in recent times.

Men Get A Makeover | Lifestyle | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
If you think that spas, jewelry, and nail and beauty salons only appeal to women, think again. Recently, an array of new products and services that cater to men wishing to improve their appearance have been springing up and gaining popularity.

Lifestyle | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
This section covers the latest developments in a wide variety of fields and products in which Japanese innovations often spread to other countries, such as food, leisure, and communication.

Eating It My Way | Lifestyle | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
More and more people are blending foods like rice and soy sauce themselves for the thrill of creating something new. The trend for custom blending has now spread from ingredients used in main dishes to those used in desserts.

Hokkaido, Cornucopia Of Fine Foods | J-food | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
Prime Minister Abe Shinzo has selected Hokkaido as the venue for the July 2008 Group of Eight Summit. He chose the site, he says, "because I hope to use it for transmitting the beauty of Japan to the world." The island is indeed a scenic place, and it is also a treasure trove of fresh, tasty foods.

Sapporo, Hokkaido's Culinary Hub | J-food | Trends in Japan | Web Japan
Prime Minister Abe Shinzo has selected Hokkaido as the venue for the July 2008 Group of Eight Summit. He chose the site, he says, "because I hope to use it for transmitting the beauty of Japan to the world." The island is indeed a scenic place, and it is also a treasure trove of fresh, tasty foods.