Godzilla has defeated giant spiders, giant lobsters, giant robots, giant dinosaurs, giant space dragons, giant plant monsters, giant beetles, and of course, giant monkeys. But recently, the King of the Monsters conquered a foe that many thought him incapable of taking on: the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
With “Godzilla Minus One,” Toho’s iconic kaiju (or giant monster) franchise “Godzilla” earned its first Academy Award, receiving the Oscar for Best Visual Effects after wowing audiences with its impressive CGI re-creation of cinema’s most iconic movie monster. It became the first Japanese production to win the award, bookending a successful season for the film, which broke through in America in a major way. After years of the franchise’s Japanese films reaching relatively niche U.S. audiences, “Godzilla Minus One” grossed $110 million worldwide and attracted critical acclaim, bringing the franchise new fans and newfound recognition.
“Godzilla Minus One...
With “Godzilla Minus One,” Toho’s iconic kaiju (or giant monster) franchise “Godzilla” earned its first Academy Award, receiving the Oscar for Best Visual Effects after wowing audiences with its impressive CGI re-creation of cinema’s most iconic movie monster. It became the first Japanese production to win the award, bookending a successful season for the film, which broke through in America in a major way. After years of the franchise’s Japanese films reaching relatively niche U.S. audiences, “Godzilla Minus One” grossed $110 million worldwide and attracted critical acclaim, bringing the franchise new fans and newfound recognition.
“Godzilla Minus One...
- 3/28/2024
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
Kate Middleton did not speak publicly at King Charles’ coronation. However, her outfit spoke volumes with a bold nod toward her late mother-in-law Princess Diana. The Princess of Wales paid homage to Diana by wearing an essential item belonging to her husband’s late mother, Prince William, and his brother, Prince Harry. This declaration came days after saying Diana would have been a “brilliant” grandmother.
Kate Middleton wears Princess Diana’s earrings at King Charles’ coronation on May 6, 2023 | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Kate Middleton represented Princess Diana at the historic crowning of her ex-husband King Charles
The Princess of Wales made a bold statement at the coronation of her father-in-law, King Charles. Kate Middleton wore a dress by Alexander McQueen; the designer also made her 2011 wedding attire.
McQueen crafted the ivory silk crepe gown featuring silver bullion and threadwork embroidery featuring rose, thistle, daffodil, and shamrock motifs. These flowers...
Kate Middleton wears Princess Diana’s earrings at King Charles’ coronation on May 6, 2023 | Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images Kate Middleton represented Princess Diana at the historic crowning of her ex-husband King Charles
The Princess of Wales made a bold statement at the coronation of her father-in-law, King Charles. Kate Middleton wore a dress by Alexander McQueen; the designer also made her 2011 wedding attire.
McQueen crafted the ivory silk crepe gown featuring silver bullion and threadwork embroidery featuring rose, thistle, daffodil, and shamrock motifs. These flowers...
- 5/8/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Doing almost a complete U turn from her previous works, Akiko Ooku presents an ensemble comedy about the whole concept of marriage, in the style of the Japanese mainstream cinema the locals seem to love.
“Wedding High” is screening at Japan Society as part of The Female Gaze: Women Filmmakers from Japan Cuts and Beyong Program
Akihito and Haruka are about to get married, with the path to the wedding looking like it includes all the cliches of the concept: she is excited and ready to fuss on every detail, and he tries to hide his disinterest by pretending to be as much into them as she is. At the same time, though, it seems that a number of the guests consider that the wedding is more about them than the couple, and the agendas are already on the work. Yuya, Haruka’s ex-boyfriend who, expectedly, is not invited, is...
“Wedding High” is screening at Japan Society as part of The Female Gaze: Women Filmmakers from Japan Cuts and Beyong Program
Akihito and Haruka are about to get married, with the path to the wedding looking like it includes all the cliches of the concept: she is excited and ready to fuss on every detail, and he tries to hide his disinterest by pretending to be as much into them as she is. At the same time, though, it seems that a number of the guests consider that the wedding is more about them than the couple, and the agendas are already on the work. Yuya, Haruka’s ex-boyfriend who, expectedly, is not invited, is...
- 11/15/2022
- by Panos Kotzathanasis
- AsianMoviePulse
Twenty-five-year-old Princess Mako of Japan has officially announced her engagement, confirming that she will abandon her royal title to marry a commoner. The princess, who met 25-year-old Kei Komuro during college, described her initial attraction to her fiancé to the press during the announcement: I was first attracted to his bright smiles that seemed like the sun. It would be nice to have a warm and comfortable household with Mr. Komuro, so that we can make a family full of smiles. Princess Mako also told press outlets that she has always known that she would eventually abandon her royal status, thanks to a Japanese law that requires women in the royal family to give up their titles when they marry commoners. Kei reportedly proposed to Mako back in 2013, but the princess's grandfather, Emperor Akihito, did not officially approve the engagement until Sept. 3. Rumors that Princess Mako would abandon her royal...
- 9/4/2017
- by Brinton Parker
- Popsugar.com
Princess Mako of Akishino has officially announced that she will be abandoning her royal status to marry for love.
The eldest daughter of Japanese Emperor Akihito officially confirmed her engagement in a a press conference on the Akasaka Estate in Toyko on Sunday. The princess — who is expected to marry her fiancé, law clerk Kei Komuro, in 2018— met Komuro at Tokyo’s International Christian University and the two have been dating for five years.
During the conference, the princess, 25, and her fiancé talked about their low-key romance.
“First I was attracted by his bright smile,” Mako said, according to The Telegraph.
The eldest daughter of Japanese Emperor Akihito officially confirmed her engagement in a a press conference on the Akasaka Estate in Toyko on Sunday. The princess — who is expected to marry her fiancé, law clerk Kei Komuro, in 2018— met Komuro at Tokyo’s International Christian University and the two have been dating for five years.
During the conference, the princess, 25, and her fiancé talked about their low-key romance.
“First I was attracted by his bright smile,” Mako said, according to The Telegraph.
- 9/3/2017
- by Yvonne Juris
- PEOPLE.com
Japanese Emperor Akihito‘s eldest granddaughter — who is sacrificing her royal status for love — will officially announce her engagement in less than two weeks.
Princess Mako of Akishino and her fiancé, law clerk Kei Komuro, are expected to marry in 2018. Both Mako and Komuro were students at Tokyo’s International Christian University at the time they met and have dated for five years. Their joint public announcement and appearance before the press will formally begin betrothal rites, under which Mako will renounce her royal status to marry Komuro, a commoner.
According to the Imperial Household, Mako and her fiancé, both...
Princess Mako of Akishino and her fiancé, law clerk Kei Komuro, are expected to marry in 2018. Both Mako and Komuro were students at Tokyo’s International Christian University at the time they met and have dated for five years. Their joint public announcement and appearance before the press will formally begin betrothal rites, under which Mako will renounce her royal status to marry Komuro, a commoner.
According to the Imperial Household, Mako and her fiancé, both...
- 8/23/2017
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
The first granddaughter of Emperor Akihito of Japan, Princess Mako will renounce her royal status in order to marry a commoner, Kei Komuro. Princess Mako and Komuro met while studying at the International Christian University in Tokyo. The couple has yet to formally become engaged, which will consist of gift giving ceremony, but they are planning […]
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- 5/18/2017
- by Jacob Kaye
- Uinterview
Many would dream about living a life of royalty. But could one give it all up for love?
That’s what Japan’s Princess Mako is doing right now.
The 25-year-old eldest daughter of Prince Akishino and granddaughter of Emperor Akihito will give up her royal status to marry Kei Komuro — a graduate student who works at a law firm.
The Imperial Household says plans for the two to become engaged are currently underway, CNN reported.
Komuro, 25, is a royal of sorts himself. He once starred in a beach tourism campaign for the city of Fujisawa — where he was named the “Prince of the Sea.
That’s what Japan’s Princess Mako is doing right now.
The 25-year-old eldest daughter of Prince Akishino and granddaughter of Emperor Akihito will give up her royal status to marry Kei Komuro — a graduate student who works at a law firm.
The Imperial Household says plans for the two to become engaged are currently underway, CNN reported.
Komuro, 25, is a royal of sorts himself. He once starred in a beach tourism campaign for the city of Fujisawa — where he was named the “Prince of the Sea.
- 5/17/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
At 83 years old, Japanese Emperor Akihito is ready to retire.
The royal, who has held the throne since 1989, has battled prostate cancer and undergone multiple surgeries in recent years. In August, he released a video expressing his desire to abdicate the throne in favor of his son, Naruhito, the Crown Prince of Japan. Naruhito is 56 — nearly the same age as his father was when he succeeded his own father.
But there’s a catch: In Japan, a monarch isn’t legally allowed to abdicate. In the video, he issued a plea of sorts to parliament to allow him to resign...
The royal, who has held the throne since 1989, has battled prostate cancer and undergone multiple surgeries in recent years. In August, he released a video expressing his desire to abdicate the throne in favor of his son, Naruhito, the Crown Prince of Japan. Naruhito is 56 — nearly the same age as his father was when he succeeded his own father.
But there’s a catch: In Japan, a monarch isn’t legally allowed to abdicate. In the video, he issued a plea of sorts to parliament to allow him to resign...
- 12/29/2016
- by dianapearltimeinc
- PEOPLE.com
Japan’s Prince Mikasa — uncle of Emperor Akihito — died in Tokyo on Thursday.
Born on December 2, 1915, he was the world’s oldest royal.
At 100, the youngest brother of Emperor Hirohito was fifth in line for the male-only throne. There are now only four heirs to the world’s oldest throne: Crown Prince Naruhito, 56, Prince Akishino, 50, (Akishino’s 10-year-old son) Prince Hisahito and Prince Hitachi, 80.
According to news reports, Mikasa had been hospitalized since May, initially because of pneumonia. His wife of 75 years, Princess Yuriko, 93, was at his bedside when he passed away, the Imperial Household Agency said.
On his 100th birthday last December,...
Born on December 2, 1915, he was the world’s oldest royal.
At 100, the youngest brother of Emperor Hirohito was fifth in line for the male-only throne. There are now only four heirs to the world’s oldest throne: Crown Prince Naruhito, 56, Prince Akishino, 50, (Akishino’s 10-year-old son) Prince Hisahito and Prince Hitachi, 80.
According to news reports, Mikasa had been hospitalized since May, initially because of pneumonia. His wife of 75 years, Princess Yuriko, 93, was at his bedside when he passed away, the Imperial Household Agency said.
On his 100th birthday last December,...
- 10/28/2016
- by erinhilltimeinc
- PEOPLE.com
Health concerns have led Japan's Emperor Akihito to address the nation for only the second time in his reign, setting the stage for his possible abdication after 28 years. In a rare, pre-taped video broadcast on Monday, the 82-year-old head of the world's oldest monarchy discussed his willingness to consider resignation - an act for which there is no precedent in modern Japan and no existing legal pathway. Akihito is the son of Emperor Hirohito (now called Emperor Showa), who ruled Japan during World War II - although his role in the war remains contested among historians to this day. Akihito...
- 8/8/2016
- by Peter Mikelbank
- PEOPLE.com
Prince William is a star in his own right - and once wanted to shoot to the stars. The revelation came as William, 32, rubbed elbows with some of Japan's most famed citizens at the launch party of a technological innovation campaign in Tokyo on Friday. Not that William hadn't already met the top of Japanese society - he had lunched earlier in the day with Emperor Akihito, the world's last emperor, whose father (and those before) had claimed to be descendants from heaven. The prince met Japanese astronaut Soichi Noguchi, known for his two tours of duty on the International Space Station,...
- 2/27/2015
- by John Matthews
- PEOPLE.com
Prince William made his first-ever trip to Japan on Thursday, all smiles as he kicked off his official visit. When the prince arrived that afternoon, hundreds of well-wishers greeted him at Haneda Airport. Prince William was then escorted across Tokyo Bay in a speedboat alongside Tokyo governor, Yoichi Masuzoe. Five boats traveled with them, spraying water in the colors of the Olympics to give a nod to the fact that Tokyo will be hosting the 2020 Games. Following his arrival, Prince William headed to the Hamarikyu Gardens to meet local schoolchildren and participate in a traditional tea ceremony - the first in a series of events packed into his busy schedule. Over the next few days, he'll visit Fukushima and disaster sites in northeastern Japan, meet with locals who were affected by the tsunami, visit with Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko, and put on traditional attire for a dinner with the country's prime minister.
- 2/26/2015
- by Laura-Marie-Meyers
- Popsugar.com
Prince William was welcomed to Japan on Thursday with a ceremonial shower of water. Five boats sprayed water in the colors of the Olympics into the Tokyo Bay as a smiling William, 32, was heralded on his first afternoon in Tokyo. Earlier, the prince's scheduled jet had bounced onto a wet Tokyo tarmac around mid-afternoon local time at the start of his four-day royal visit to Japan. While the reception wasn't quite as fanatical as when his mother visited in 1986 (when "Diana Fever" swept the nation), hundreds of well-wishers came out in the dreary weather to Haneda Airport to greet William.
- 2/26/2015
- by John Matthews
- PEOPLE.com
Japan's Emperor Akihito and Empress nm2751736 autoMichikoMichiko[/link][/link] are to visit the UK later this month. The royals will attend a series of events including marking Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee, including a luncheon hosted by the monarch at Windsor Castle and a banquet at Buckingham Palace. The five-day visit, which will begin on May 18, will be the first occasion Emperor Akihito, 78, and Empress Michiko, 77, have made an official overseas trip since 2009 when they visited Hawaii and Canada. Official duties for the emperor - who has visited Britain seven times previously, with his first trip as a crown prince in 1953 for the queen's coronation - have been cut back in recent years due to health problems. Before confirming...
- 5/9/2012
- Monsters and Critics
Japan's Emperor Akihito has left hospital after heart bypass surgery. The 78-year-old royal - who is the head of state in the country - bowed to medical staff at the University of Tokyo hospital when he left after a three week stay yesterday (04.03.12). He was accompanied by his wife Empress Michiko and Takashi Kadowaki, a senior doctor from the Imperial Household. Around 100 patients and visitors waved to him in the lobby of the hospital as he left to head back to the Imperial Palace. He will now need a week or so to rest before attending official duties, but he is expected to be present at a memorial service to commemorate one year since...
- 3/5/2012
- Monsters and Critics
In Tokyo, Holland's Prince Willem-Alexander towered over Japan's Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko during a meeting at the Imperial Residence. Last weekend his adorable daughters, Princess Catharina-Amalia, Princess Alexia and Princess Ariane, who are six, five, and three, respectively, made a public appearance at a harvest celebration known as Fruit Parade, or Fruitcorso, in the Netherlands. The girls looked precious in their summer dresses—young fashion plate Catharina-Amalia appeared to be wearing an eye-catching Liberty of London print. The floats, entirely made of fruit, looked to be straight out of the Satyricon:...
- 9/14/2010
- Vanity Fair
Italy's Emanuele Filiberto, Prince of Venice and Piedmont, recently reminisced fondly about his 2001 fling with Kate Moss, whom he met in Corsica. "Who would not fall in love with Kate Moss? She is charming, intelligent, and very beautiful ... not bizarre or weird at all," the Prince said in the Italian magazine Chi. Apparently, the couple stayed together for about eight months. Love is in the air! While the Italian prince waxed poetic over lost supermodels, the Japanese royal family got a little poetic themselves. Emperor Akihito and Empress nm2751736 autoMichikoMichiko[/link][/link] celebrated 50 years of marriage with a poetry-reading ceremony. The theme of this year's reading—which is a 1000-year-old tradition—was "light."...
- 1/15/2010
- Vanity Fair
Japan's Crown Princess Masako has said she will keep working to fight her stress problems. The 46-year-old royal - who is married to Crown Prince Naruhito - said she has been working with medical professionals to solve her illness. She said: "I would like to continue my efforts to recover, with the help of people around me. "Under the guidance of my doctor, I have been doing my best, step by step, to regain my health, mentally and physically." She also thanked her fellow royal family members, including Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko. "I am deeply grateful that their majesties have always been looking after me carefully, and I also appreciate the encouragement and support I receive from the Crown...
- 12/11/2009
- Monsters and Critics
Japan's Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko smiled as they met Us President Barack Obama for the first time yesterday - as he almost bent double to shake their hands. Obama - who stands at over 6ft tall - had to make the exaggerated bow as he paid his respects to the diminutive pair when they met yesterday (15.11.09). He stopped off at the Imperial Palace to meet the royals on part of his nine-day tour of Asia, which also includes Singapore and China. An onlooker said: "It was a very funny site seeing Obama almost bend over completely double when meeting the emperor - but in Japan it will be looked upon very favourably. "A very low bow is seen...
- 11/16/2009
- Monsters and Critics
Japanese Emperor Akihito (L) and Empress nm2751736 autoMichikoMichiko[/link][/link] wave during a ceremony to mark the 20th anniversary of the monarch's coronation to the throne at the National Theatre in Tokyo, Japan, 12 November 2009. Epa/Junji Kurokawa/Pool Japanese Emperor Akihito (L) and Empress nm2751736 autoMichikoMichiko[/link][/link] wave paper lanterns as they acknowledge to the well-wishers during a special event to mark the 20th anniversary of the monarch's coronation to the throne at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, Japan, 12 November 2009. Epa/Shizuo Kambayashi/Pool Japanese Emperor Akihito (L) and Empress nm2751736 autoMichikoMichiko[/link][/link] applaud from a bridge of the Imperial Palace during a special event to mark the 20th anniversary of the monarch's coronation to the throne at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, Japan, 12...
- 11/12/2009
- by James Wray
- Monsters and Critics
Japan's Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko have made their first visit to Honolulu in 15 years. The royal couple flew into the islands and after being greeted by local dignitaries including Governor Linda Lingle and Admiral Timothy Keating, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Command, headed straight to Kapiolani Park. The park is home to a rainbow shower tree which the emperor and empress planted on a visit in 1960 to mark the 100th anniversary of the relationship between the United States and Japan and is a symbol of friendship. People arrived hours before the couple arrived at the park, hoping to get a glimpse of Akihito and Michiko. Spectator Harriet Lum, a Pearl City resident, said: "I just went to...
- 7/17/2009
- Monsters and Critics
Japan's Emperor Akihito and Empress nm2751736 autoMichikoMichiko[/link][/link] visited Canada's poorest neighbourhood yesterday (12.07.09). The royal couple - whose 11-day tour of the country marks the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Canada and Japan - were shown around the Vancouver Japanese Language School and Japanese Hall by Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson, who showed them pictures of the area's history. He told them: "These are the oldest neighbourhoods that visitors settled in. Now, it's a very culturally diverse and dynamic neighbourhood. It's got a rich history." Speaking about the couple's visit to the former Japan Town area of the city - which was populated by early Japanese settlers to Canada and is now known as the Downtown Eastside - the mayor admitted...
- 7/13/2009
- Monsters and Critics
Japan's Emperor Akihito made his first public appearance in Canada yesterday (06.07.09). The 75-year-old royal and his wife Empress nm2751736 autoMichikoMichiko[/link][/link] kicked off their official visit to the North American country at a ceremony to mark the 80th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries. The royal couple arrived at the Governor's House in Ottawa in a carriage escorted by Royal Canadian Mounted Police in full parade dress. They were greeted by Governor General Michaelle Jean, the official representative of Queen Elizabeth, Canada's head of state. She said: "We cannot imagine a greater honor than the presence of their Majesties in Canada to mark the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Canada. "The visit represents a chance to...
- 7/7/2009
- Monsters and Critics
Japanese Emperor Akihito (L) and Empress Michiko (C) arrive during an official welcoming ceremony at Rideau Hall the official residence of the Governor General of Canada in Ottawa, Canada, 06 July 2009. Epa/Fred Chartrand Japanese Emperor Akihito (R) inspects the Governor General's Honor Guard during an official welcoming ceremony at Rideau Hall the official residence of the Governor General of Canada in Ottawa, Canada, 06 July 2009. Epa/Fred Chartrand Japanese Emperor Akihito (L) and Empress Michiko (2-l) are greeted by children during an official welcoming ceremony at Rideau Hall the official residence of the Governor General of Canada in Ottawa, Canada, 06July 2009. Epa/Fred Chartrand Japanese Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko are greeted by the Governor General...
- 7/6/2009
- by James Wray
- Monsters and Critics
Japan's Emperor Akihito is "looking forward" to his upcoming trip to Canada. The 75-year-old monarch and his wife Empress Michiko are due to depart Japan tomorrow (03.07.09), for a 15-day tour of Canada and the Us Pacific Island state of Hawaii. It will be the first time Akihito has visited Canada since he travelled to the North American country in 1953 as a 19-year-old prince on his first ever official trip. In a statement, the royal reminisced about his initial journey to Canada, revealing he stopped there on the way to Britain to attend the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. He said: "The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia in Victoria, which we will be visiting during...
- 7/2/2009
- Monsters and Critics
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