How Dr. Robotnik Turns into Dr. Eggman in Japanese Sonic Adventure
The iconic mad scientist got renamed in the English version of Sonic Adventure, but what about the Japanese version?
How the Dr. Robotnik & Eggman Confusion Works in Japanese Sonic Generations
Changing the name "Eggman" to "Robotnik" back in the 90s left the door open for this future surprise.
Japanese Coverage of American Video Games at CES 1992
We always hear news about Japanese gaming events, but here's a Japanese look at an American event.
The Phrase “Game Set” in Japanese Video Games
This peculiar phrase appears in many of Masahiro Sakurai's video games. Is it his signature text, or something else?
Tricky Translations #4: “I” & “Me” in Japanese
There are dozens of ways to say "I" and "me" in Japanese. Let's look at how they work and who uses each one!
What Do Japanese Fans Think of the Sonic Movie Trailer?
The Sonic trailer has met with lots of online criticism. How has it been received in Japan?
What’s the Deal with That Creepy Sonic CD Secret?
A hidden mode in Sonic CD features a spooky message written in Japanese. What does it say?