If you look up the government's statistics on retailers, you'll find that most of the industry is listed under "general merchandise" and then subdivided further into a number of retail sectors.

Hatsune Miku is getting her own hot spring collab, letting fans soak in relaxing themed baths and enjoy a variety of ...

Anime Expo 2026 will feature JAPAN MUSIC VOCALOID Powered by Dwango, with Japanese producers kz (livetune), Hachioji-P, SatapanP, picco, and TeddyLoid performing on July 4 in Los Angeles. The ...

Red stilettos and cerulean knit sweaters are taking over, as movie lovers prepare for the release of "The Devil Wears Prada 2" next month. Of course, movie theater chains have capitalized on the movie ...

Hatsune Miku began as a Vocaloid voicebank in 2007 and transformed into a global pop culture icon through fan creativity, ...

McDonald’s Japan is celebrating Miku Day with a limited-time meal themed around the world’s most recognizable virtual pop star. The fast food chain confirmed that a “Hatsune Miku Set” will join its ...

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WWE just gave a shortlist of superstars more leverage in their next contract negotiations. The WWE Shop revealed which superstars are the top merchandise sellers of the year. They published a list ...

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