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On January 11, 2026, the phrase “設営完了” (Setsuei Kanryo, meaning “Setup Complete”) swept across the SNS platform X (formerly Twitter), triggering a surge of posts that conveyed the vibrant activity at various doujin events and exhibitions held across Japan. On this day, a diverse range of events such as “Mintra 30,” “Inte” (Comic City Osaka), “CosROM Complex,” and “Girls und Panzer 54” took place. Numerous circle participants brightened timelines with their “Setup Complete” posts, signaling that their booths were ready. Amidst the rush of preparations, many reported their readiness belatedly, stating, “I forgot to tweet 'Setup Complete',” while others expressed relief with comments like, “Setup complete as usual” and “Finally, I can take a breather.” Each booth showcased a variety of unique works. For example, YS_16, who began their doujin activities in their 50s, held a special exhibition of original illustrations. Beyond new publications, attendees were greeted by creative mer...

Fresh handmade cosmetics brand LUSH is currently a major trend on X (formerly Twitter). The catalyst for this is a new project featuring popular talents and live streamers (VTubers), set within LUSH stores. According to numerous user posts, particular attention is being drawn to content titled “LUSH First-Timers,” seemingly planned by “Shikinagi.” This project reportedly features male talents who were previously unfamiliar with LUSH visiting stores and experiencing its unique products and atmosphere. Reactions range from candid observations like, “It looks like LUSH soap, but I wonder if it’s safe to eat?” to comments about the participants such as, “The CEO is here!” and “It’s kind of nice that Hoshirube is a LUSH first-timer.” There’s also excitement and anticipation regarding the scale of the project and LUSH’s cooperation, with users exclaiming, “A location shoot with luxury guests!” and ...

On November 24, 2025, the term "Shimajiro" unexpectedly trended on X (formerly Twitter), generating significant excitement among many users. This phenomenon stems from expectations and speculation that "Shimajiro" might appear in the theatrical film version of the popular character series "Chiikawa." Numerous posts expressed sentiments like "So he's a guest character in the movie?" and "I'm looking forward to Shimajiro in the Chiikawa movie," fueling anticipation for his role. Enthusiastic demands for specific scenes have also emerged, such as "I want the underwater battle between Shimajiro and the Siren to be of Demon Slayer-level quality, with all the Chiikawa money poured into it!" and "I'd love to see original Shimajiro action in the movie, especially an underwater fight, and when he pulls out the Carolina Reaper, I want a cool expression and cut like Jason Statham!" What has particularly captured use...

The word "Goospy" has become a trending topic on X (formerly Twitter), attracting the attention of many users. The surge in interest stems from the announcement that "Goospy," a new song from the popular idol training game "Idolmaster Gakuen" (Gakumasu), will be available on subscription streaming services. Numerous posts reveal that this new song will be released on November 29th. Fans have expressed their delight with comments such as, "Finally, I can listen to Goospy whenever I want," "I've been waiting for this subscription forever! So happy," and "I'll listen to it every day." The excitement is particularly amplified by posts using the hashtag "#雨夜燕プロデュース直前" (Amaya En Produce Pre-event), linking the information release directly to an ongoing event. Furthermore, the fact that Takafumi Sato is responsible for the lyrics, composition, and arrangement of "Goospy" has also become a talking point. Fa...

Nikkan Gendai, a daily tabloid newspaper, temporarily posted information on social media that was quickly deleted, leading to "Gendai" trending on X (formerly Twitter). This incident has sparked a flurry of questions regarding the credibility of the information and the newspaper's journalistic integrity. The controversy reportedly originated from a post concerning the future of a professional baseball player. Nikkan Gendai initially posted that the player would "remain" with their team, but this post was deleted shortly thereafter. This "tweet deletion" quickly captured users' attention, with comments such as "Gendai's post disappeared, lol" and "Gendai, deleting tweets is a sign of weakness" surfacing on the platform. On social media, harsh criticisms have been directed at Nikkan Gendai's reporting style. Many users questioned the newspaper's reliability and journalistic responsibility, with comments like "O...

Popular smartphone game "Fate/Grand Order" (FGO) underwent emergency maintenance on the 6th, leading to "FGO Maint" becoming a trending topic on X (formerly Twitter) and many users expressing surprise and confusion at the sudden situation. Numerous bewildered comments at the abrupt announcement poured in from users, such as "FGO suddenly went into maintenance" and "Oh no, FGO is under maintenance... whyyyy..." While an official announcement regarding the specific cause of the maintenance is awaited, users are concerned about its impact on their gameplay. In particular, there were cries of dismay regarding the potential "leakage" of crucial in-game "stamina" (AP) and the inability to carry out planned "farming runs." Comments included "FGO was under maintenance... my stamina is wasted 😭" and "Nothing to do because of FGO maintenance... I was planning to do some high-difficulty farming..." Concerns...