Plaza Japan Blog

Key Takeaways: Anime is more popular than ever, meaning it was hard to pick just one title for the best anime of 2025! We share some of our favorites from popular anime in 2025, from new releases, co … read more

Key Takeaways: General recommendations for how to build any kind of model kit, and what you need for them in general More specific ideas for model trains, planes, automobiles, and military model kits … read more

As the season of giving draws near, Plaza Japan wants to celebrate by donating some of our toys and modeling kits to World Gift, to be sent to children and families all around the world. In this artic … read more

Key Takeaways Consider the mood or statement you’re making with the anime figures you’re displaying Display according to theme, favorite character, or archetype Explore creative ways to m … read more

Key Takeaways Explore cool gifts for kids of any age, as we break down our gift guide for younger and older children (and the kids at heart). Consider gifting great winter activities for kids that ev … read more

Historically, some of the best-known series in manga and anime are shonen, or stories that focus on the coming-of-age journeys of boys and young men. However, the most popular anime are those with fem … read more