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JM has been the publishing editor of J-pop News since 2015. He has covered the pop culture entertainment scene since the 1980's. He is an avid fan of all things J-pop.

Boy/girl Pikachu plushies

03-14 Entertainment エンターテインメント

As some Pokémon are graduating, others are just about to start at a new school.

The 1,600-yen (US$14) graduating Pikachu plushie marks the twelfth, and final, stuffed animal in the series.


The new monthly pair Pikachu series will feature a male and female Pikachu in new outfits. The blazer and sailor suit-wearing pair go on sale March 19, priced at 2,600 yen (US$23), and will be available at Pokémon Center locations, as well as the Pokémon Center online shop and Amazon Japan Pokémon Store.

Source: New line of paired boy/girl Pikachu plushies kicks off with couple in Japanese school uniforms | RocketNews24

Silicon Valley Comic Con | March 18-20, 2016

03-11 Entertainment エンターテインメント, Events イベント

ComicConSV

Sure to be a mighty event not to miss for the Silicon Valley fandom. This star studded event features more guests than any local convention before it. Tickets are available now!

Silicon Valley Comic Con brings together America’s two greatest superheroes: Pop Culture and Technology. Presented by Steve Wozniak and featuring top celebrities, comics, independent artists, cosplay, video games, consumer electronics, music and apps, Silicon Valley Comic Con is where entertainment and our electronic worlds intersect.

Source: Silicon Valley Comic Con | March 18-20, 2016

Konami’s Cancelled「Salamander HD Remaster」Leaked Online 

03-07 Entertainment エンターテインメント

In what truly became a labor of love, the cancelled Konami shooter Salamander HD Remaster for Android devices, saw the light of day thanks to the Chinese developer leaking a working version of the game. Cheers to the unsung hero developer for their hard work on this beautiful game.

Source: Konami’s Cancelled ‘Salamander’ HD Android Remaster Leaked Online | RetroCollect