Plaza Japan Blog

In 1996, a pair of Game Boy games released in Japan would spark a global phenomenon unlike anything the gaming world had ever seen. What began as Pokémon Red and Green quickly grew into one of … read more

For nearly three decades, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has stood as one of the most influential video games ever created. Originally released for the Nintendo 64 in 1998, it redefined what a 3 … read more

The Ultimate Guide to Japanese Stationery: Why It's Loved Around the World Japanese stationery is known for: Exceptional writing quality and premium materials Innovative pens, pencils, and markers Fo … read more

The Highlights The most popular Dragon Ball figures include: S.H Figuarts for poseable, high-quality scale figures Banpresto figures are a more affordable alternative Ichiban Kuji for ultra-rare … read more

The Highlights Pokémon turns 30 in 2026, celebrating the release of Pocket Monsters Red and Green in Japan on February 27, 1996. From its humble beginnings on the Game Boy to a global phenom … read more

The Highlights The main characters in The Apothecary Diaries are: Maomao: the fearless protagonist and problem-solver. Jinshi: The graceful sidekick dragging Maomao into trouble. The Four Consorts: … read more