‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ arrives on American shores, instantly opening to $70 million
After premiering two months prior in Japan, the first film in the long awaited trilogy is now available in American theaters and instantly broke records.
ANIME Impulse returns to Orange County during the hottest time of the year
Attendees navigate through the California heat wave
A guide to Artist Alley
A closer look inside ANIME Impulse’s Artist Alley–where community, creativity, and fandom collide.
Blush launches US Tour with Precocious Neophyte
Singaporean band Blush brings dreamy soundscapes to LA with Precocious Neophyte at the first stop of their tour.
Fujiwara Tofu Cafe: Where dreams of anime and Southern California car culture collide
In celebration of the legacy of the Toyota AE86, the Fujiwara Tofu Cafe hosts its annual 8/6 car meet.
Ado’s ‘Hibana’ tour: From lonely closets to sold-out concerts
The 23-year old pop sensation touches down at “her second home” of Los Angeles for her second world tour.
The biggest panels and announcements at Anime Expo
With this year’s Anime Expo panel lineup including popular titles such as “Demon Slayer,” “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End,” “The Apothecary Diaries” and “Dandadan,” thousands of fans eagerly line up to attend panels about their favorite shows.
Artist Emirichu’s experience on content creation in Japan
Emirichu gives an exclusive interview, talking about her career as a YouTuber and life living in Japan.
The largest Artist Alley yet at Anime Expo
Anime Expo implements new changes in the Artist Alley, one of which includes an increased limit of artists admitted.
Production I.G and Wit Studio keep fans excited for the future of anime
At Anime Expo 2025, Production I.G and Wit Studio, the creators of “Spy x Family,” “Haikyuu!!,” and “Kaiji No. 8,” showcase upcoming shows and announcements.
Japanese guitarist Ichika Nito embarks on his first American tour
Starting in Los Angeles at the Echoplex, Ichika Nito performed his first solo tour across four lucky cities in America.
Luna Lens Film festival creates community for Asian female filmmakers
USC Senior Avana Wang creates film festival to celebrate Asian female and nonbinary individuals in the film industry and recognize independent works within the sphere.
Automotive photographer Larry Chen brings Japan to Long Beach
In collaboration with Toyota Gazoo Racing, Type S, ST Suspensions, and Formula Drift, Larry Chen created a night worth remembering through showcasing Southern California car culture.
K-pop artist Yugyeom speaks with USC students
The GOT7 member reflected on the personal experiences of being an idol
matsuri’25 celebrates J-pop with YOASOBI, ATARASHII GAKKO!, and Ado taking center stage
In support of L.A. wildfire relief, the multi-artist concert displayed the expansion of Japanese music.