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Eater
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Eater
Universal CityWalk Is Getting a Korean Barbecue Restaurant
is an editor of the Southern California/Southwest region, who covers the evolving landscape of LA's food scene. A series of restaurant closures hit Universal CityWalk in January, with the theme park-adjacent shopping street saying goodbye to Popcornopolis, Sparky's, Crepe Cafe, Dongpo Kitchen, and more. Now, a new slate of restaurant openings is being announced, including Raising Cane's, Slice House by Tony Gemignani, and most recently, Fullerton-based Korean barbecue spot Mr. BBQ. The restaurant, which has a second location in Las Vegas, will take over the former Johnny Rockets space, reports What Now LA. Mr. BBQ is slated to open sometime in 2026. If the menu at the original Fullerton location is any indication, diners can expect all-you-can-eat meats like pork jowl, beef brisket, and beef belly, alongside gyeran-jjim (steamed egg), soondubu, and more. Soju and beer will also be on deck to wash it all down. A new bar at the Getty Hilltop art museum the Getty just debuted a new cocktail bar in its courtyard. Trellis Bar & Lounge, serving from 2 p.m. onward on days the museum is open, serves cocktails and small bites, including tostadas, taquitos, and more. Although Trellis usually closes at 6:30 p.m., it will stay open until 8:30 p.m. on Saturdays this summer during the Off the 405 concert series. The series kicks off this Saturday, July 26, with Empress Of. Los Angeles gets its own One Piece Cafe A little more than a year after the One Piece Cafe debuted in Las Vegas in May 2024, it has arrived in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Times reports that the One Piece Cafe has landed in Little Tokyo just in time for this year's Anime Expo, which kicked off on July 3. The themed cafe, designed to resemble a pirate ship, serves dishes inspired by the One Piece series, including a katsu sandwich, LA galbi, and more. Genghis Cohen at the Kibitz Room While Genghis Cohen searches for its new permanent location, the restaurant will host Genghis Cohen Live at the Kibitz Room starting July 23. The weekly series will feature up-and-coming comedians and bands every Wednesday and Thursday. A new bagel destination near USC Bagel pop-up Bagels by Kneady has settled into a new location in Rock & Reilly's in USC Village. The sourdough bagel specialist is open 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day, serving loose bagels and sandwiches like the Toro Rojo with scrambled eggs, cream cheese, and bacon bits. All the bagels at Bagels by Kneady, which opened in USC Village. Bagels by Kneady Eater LA All your essential food and restaurant intel delivered to you Email (required) Sign Up By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Nikkei Asia
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Nikkei Asia
'Squid Game' and anime show strength of Asia strategy: Netflix VP
Netflix brought an interactive version of "Squid Game" to this year's Anime Expo in Los Angeles. (Photo by Rei Nakafuji) REI NAKAFUJI LOS ANGELES -- U.S. streaming giant Netflix is doubling down on anime, for which viewership has tripled since 2021, Minyoung Kim, vice president of content for Asia, told Nikkei. Through years of trial and error with different titles, the company realized that what anime fans outside Japan really want is "the Japanese culture that is very naturally melted into stories," said Kim, who oversees such global hits as "Squid Game."
Mint
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Sakamoto Days Season 1 part two premiere date out, set to stream from this day
Washington DC [US], July 11 (ANI): Anime fans are in for a treat as one of the popular anime 'Sakamoto Days' is returning with its second part, which will feature more battles, action and a quest to stop a dangerous serial killer 'Slur'. Sakamoto Days Season 1 Part two will premiere on Netflix on July 14, with new episodes weekly on this OTT platform. The makers have also released the trailer for the series. In the two-minute and twenty-two-second trailer, Sakamoto's team, which includes Clairvoyant Shin, mafia boss daughter Lu Xiatong, and sniper expert Heisuke Mashimo, fights against world-class assassins to protect Sakamoto. At the same time, they follow a mission to stop a serial killer named Slur, who was also shown in Season One of Sakamoto Days. While sharing the trailer, Netflix wrote, "Prepare yourself for more battles, more danger and more pork buns when the hit anime, Sakamoto Days returns." According to Variety, 'Sakamoto Days' follows the story of former legendary hitman Taro Sakamoto who retired for love but must fight to protect his family when his past resurfaces. The series dominated the Global Top 10 for 10 weeks, appearing in 54 countries including Japan, Korea, Taiwan, France and Argentina, according to the outlet. It premieres exclusively on Netflix. Meanwhile, the OTT giant Netflix made a major splash at Anime Expo over the weekend by announcing its anime lineup, which included 'Sakamoto Days', 'My Melody & Kuromi' and 'Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2.' The streaming giant's anime push comes as the genre reaches unprecedented heights on the platform, with over 50% of Netflix audiences -- representing more than 150 million households or over 300 million people -- now watching anime content, according to Netflix. The company says it's focused on delivering diverse stories and genres to serve everyone, "from a curious newcomer to a lifelong anime superfan." As for new anime release dates, 'My Melody & Kuromi,' featuring beloved Sanrio characters, presents an original stop-motion tale where the iconic duo faces a major incident threatening their home of Mariland. The series premieres on July 24, as reported by Variety. (ANI)
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix Says 50 Percent of Global Users Now Watch Anime, Reveals Expanded Slate
Netflix doubled down on its global anime strategy over the weekend, unveiling a slate of new titles and fresh footage during its showcase at Anime Expo in Los Angeles. The company also shared updated viewership data highlighting just how far Japanese anime has come in expanding from its former niche into a powerhouse global content category. According to Netflix, more than 50 percent of its members — amounting to over 150 million households, or an estimated 300 million viewers — now watch anime. The company says anime viewership on the platform has tripled over the past five years, with 2024 marking a record-breaking year: 33 anime titles appeared in Netflix's Global Top 10 (Non-English) rankings, more than double the number in 2021. More from The Hollywood Reporter Netflix Sets Release Date for 'Alice in Borderland' Season 3, Drops First Teaser Trailer 'Leviathan' Producers on How the Diesel-Punk Netflix Anime Delivers Its Message of Hope 'The Sandman' Showrunner Allan Heinberg Explains Decision to End Netflix Series After Two Seasons The streamer also revealed that anime content was viewed over 1 billion times globally in 2024, and that 80 to 90 percent of users opt to watch anime dubbed. To capitalize on the demand, Netflix has begun offering anime titles with dubbed audio and descriptions in up to 33 languages. Leading the streamer's upcoming slate is Sakamoto Days, the hitman turned family man action series based on the popular manga. The first season of the title spent 10 weeks on Netflix's Global Top 10 list and charted in 54 countries, including Japan, Korea, France and Argentina. New weekly episodes will begin streaming July 14. Another high-profile release is Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, a sequel to the acclaimed 2022 dystopian series from Studio Trigger, set in the gritty universe of CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077 video game. At Anime Expo, Netflix debuted a first teaser and new key art for the follow-up. For global fans of kawaii culture, Netflix will premiere My Melody & Kuromi on July 24. The stop-motion series brings Sanrio's beloved characters into an original adventure where they must save their homeland, Mariland, from a looming threat. Additional upcoming anime titles teased at Anime Expo included Record of Ragnarok III, Beastars Final Season and The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity. Netflix emphasized the genre's continued growth across demographics and regions, noting that recent anime hits have spanned action (Jujutsu Kaisen, Spy x Family), sci-fi (Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance), fantasy (Delicious in Dungeon) and slice-of-life romance (My Happy Marriage, Pokémon Concierge). Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'The Studio': 30 Famous Faces Who Play (a Version of) Themselves in the Hollywood-Based Series 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise
Gizmodo
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Netflix Declares 300 Million Anime Fans Can't Be Wrong
When Netflix finds a hit, it doesn't hold back in trying to dig more gold from the same mine. That could mean movie sequels or series renewals—but it can also mean an entire genre is poised to enjoy a heightened presence. That's looking to be the case for Japanese anime, in light of the streamer's recent report on just how popular it is with viewers. According to Variety, Netflix chose the ideal context—last weekend's Anime Expo in Los Angeles—to share this news. Going by recent data, 'more than 50 percent of its members—amounting to over 150 million households, or an estimated 300 million viewers—now watch anime. The company says anime viewership on the platform has tripled over the past five years, with 2024 marking a record-breaking year: 33 anime titles appeared in Netflix's Global Top 10 (Non-English) rankings, more than double the number in 2021.' What's more, 'The streamer also revealed that anime content was viewed over 1 billion times globally in 2024, and that 80 to 90 percent of users opt to watch anime dubbed. To capitalize on the demand, Netflix has begun offering anime titles with dubbed audio and descriptions in up to 33 languages.' Those are not niche numbers, in other words, and Netflix will certainly aim to keep its subscribers happy by supplying more anime content. At Anime Expo, specific titles teased included hitman-turned-family-man manga adaptation Sakamoto Days, which returns July 14 after a high-charting first season, and much-anticipated sequel Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, which does not yet have a release date. That's just a fraction of the titles, though, and if that level of excitement continues to grow, you can expect even more anime to hit the streamer in the future. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
