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Shioli Kutsuna reprises her role as Yukio in the upcoming "Deadpool & Wolverine" movie, blending her fierce combat skills with a nuanced portrayal that promises to captivate audiences. | Recently Updated
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Welcome to Japanifornia Wiki! Hey there, fellow enthusiasts of Pan-Pacific pop culture! Welcome to the Japanifornia Wiki, your ultimate destination for exploring the vibrant and dynamic world of Japanese-American heritage and its cultural influences. Like a rich tapestry woven with threads of tradition and modernity, our wiki brings together the best of both worlds, celebrating the unique fusion of Japanese and American cultures. Dive into the fantastical realms of our Fictional entries or geek out over the latest Comics. Discover the profound impact of Japanese artistry in our Japanese Comic Book Characters section, or unravel the intricate storylines of the Marvel Universe and DC Multiverse. Our Television and Movies categories offer a nostalgic trip through iconic shows and films that have shaped our cultural landscape. Special Pages:Momo Yashima, Rumiko Fujikawa (Marvel),River City Girls, Baymax, Wendy Yoshimura, Aiko Miyazaki, Ebon Samurai, Mr. Miyagi, Jerry Fujikawa, John Fujioka, and Mako (Actor). Need more information: Marvel's Wolverine (Game)
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Coming Soon: Ultraman: Rising (TV Show), co-directed by John Aoshima, starring Christopher Sean and featuring voice acting from Tamlyn Tomita, Rob Fukuzaki, Gedde Watanabe, and Keone Young. Also Artt Butler, Karen Maruyama, Mayumi Yoshida
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| Blue Eye Samurai Season 2 Confirmed | Shogun Season 2 Casting News | Godzilla Minus One Collector's Edition |
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The highly anticipated second season of "Blue Eye Samurai" is confirmed, with returning cast members and new additions set to enhance the intriguing storyline. Release details to follow. |
"Shogun" Season 2 updates reveal exciting casting news, bringing fresh faces alongside beloved characters. Fans eagerly await the continuation of this epic historical drama. |
Pre-orders for the "Godzilla Minus One" Collector's Edition Blu-ray are now live, featuring exclusive content and special features for die-hard fans of the iconic monster. |
| Assassin's Creed Introduces Yasuke | Ghost of Tsushima 2 Leak | Wolverine Game Leaks Japan Setting |
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"Assassin's Creed: Shadows" introduces Yasuke, the first Black samurai, blending historical accuracy with the franchise's beloved action-packed narrative. Discover his fascinating backstory. |
A major leak hints at "Ghost of Tsushima 2" before its official announcement. Anticipation grows as fans speculate on the sequel's new adventures and improvements. |
Leaks suggest that "Marvel's Wolverine" game will be set in Japan, featuring villains like Ogun and Silver Samurai, promising an exciting new adventure for fans. |
Silver Samurai Cameos in X-Men '97
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In the animated series X-Men '97, Silver Samurai makes a couple of brief yet memorable cameo appearances, both tied to the catastrophic electromagnetic pulse (EMP) events orchestrated by Magneto. The first time we see him, he’s reacting to the initial EMP that plunges the world into darkness. Later, he reappears, witnessing the restoration of power following Professor Xavier's intense psychic battle with Magneto. These scenes effectively underscore the far-reaching impact of Magneto's actions, reminding viewers that the consequences extend far beyond the main cast. For those familiar with the franchise, Silver Samurai's presence in X-Men '97 serves as a nostalgic callback. He originally graced our screens in X-Men: The Animated Series, specifically in season 4, episode 15, titled "Lotus and Steel." In this episode, set in Japan, he faces off against Wolverine. Clad in his iconic armor, Silver Samurai showcases his teleportation abilities and formidable skills in martial arts and swordsmanship. Despite his impressive prowess, Wolverine ultimately defeats him, cementing their rivalry. In the comics, Silver Samurai is well-known as a sworn enemy of Wolverine and the X-Men. His inclusion in X-Men '97 not only adds depth to the story but also ensures continuity with the original series. It’s a clever nod to long-time fans, seamlessly blending the new with the familiar, and highlighting how Magneto’s actions ripple across the globe, affecting even the most peripheral characters. |
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| Rank | Category | Description | Current Count of Members |
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| 1 | Fictional | Entries related to fictional characters and universes. | 615 |
| 2 | Comics | Entries about comic books, characters, and series. | 577 |
| 3 | 🇯🇵 | Entries originating from Japan. | 569 |
| 4 | Hāfu | Entries about people or characters who are half Japanese. | 456 |
| 5 | Television | Entries related to television shows and series. | 451 |
| 6 | Japanese Comic Book Characters | Characters from Japanese comic books. | 429 |
| 7 | Marvel Universe | Entries related to the Marvel comic book universe. | 420 |
| 8 | Earth-616 | Entries about the main continuity in the Marvel Universe. | 209 |
| 9 | Nikkei | Entries about people of Japanese ancestry living outside Japan. | 183 |
| 10 | Movies | Entries related to films and movie series. | 180 |
| 11 | DC Multiverse | Entries about the various universes within the DC Comics. | 176 |
| 12 | 🇺🇸🇯🇵 | Entries about American Japanese origins. | 175 |
| 13 | 🇯🇵🇺🇸 | Entries about Japanese American origins. | 173 |
| 14 | TV Episodes | Entries about individual television episodes. | 181 |
| 15 | Comic Issues | Entries about specific comic book issues. | 134 |
| 16 | The 1970s | Entries related to the 1970s decade. | 134 |
| 17 | Musicians & Singers | Entries about musicians and singers. | 129 |
Japanifornia Icons
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| Miyoshi Umeki | 1929 | Miyoshi Umeki was the first East-Asian actor to win an Academy Award for her role in "Sayonara" in 1957. |
| Larry Shinoda | 1930 | Larry Shinoda was a Japanese American car designer who designed the Chevrolet Corvette and the Ford Mustang. |
| Yuri Kochiyama | 1921 | Yuri Kochiyama was an American Civil Rights activist who worked with Malcolm X in Harlem. |
| Hiroshi Fujiwara | 1964 | Hiroshi Fujiwara, the Godfather of Streetwear from Japan, collaborated with Tinker Hatfield and Mark Parker at Nike to produce the HTM sub-brand. |
| Steve Yano | 1950 | Steve Yano, with Dr. Dre and Tony A. Da Wizard, produced and sold the Roadium Mixed Tapes at Roadium Swap Meet in Gardena, California in the early 1980s. |
| Wataru Misaka | 1923 | Wataru Misaka broke the color barrier in professional basketball when he played three games for the New York Knicks in 1947. |
| Sessue Hayakawa | 1886 | Sessue Hayakawa was a Japanese actor and matinee idol during the silent film era of the 1910s and early 1920s. |
| Sono Osato | 1919 | Sono Osato was a half Japanese dancer in the 1930s, and later an activist and philanthropist. |
| Isamu Noguchi | 1904 | Isamu Noguchi was a half Japanese sculptor and artist. |
| Rocky Aoki | 1938 | Rocky Aoki was the founder of Benihana, and an incorrigible 60s and 70s philanderer. |
| Michio Kaku | 1947 | Michio Kaku is a theoretical physicist and science communicator known for his work in string theory. |
| Ellison Onizuka | 1946 | Ellison Onizuka was an astronaut who died in the Challenger space shuttle disaster. |
| Kristi Yamaguchi | 1971 | Kristi Yamaguchi is an Olympic gold medalist figure skater. |
| Sab Shimono | 1943 | Sab Shimono is an actor and director known for his work in film and theater. |
| Fred Korematsu | 1919 | Fred Korematsu was a civil rights activist who resisted Japanese American internment during World War II. |
| Patsy Mink | 1927 | Patsy Mink was the first woman of color elected to the U.S. Congress. |
| Richard Aoki | 1938 | Richard Aoki was a civil rights activist and member of the Black Panther Party. |
| Steven Okazaki | 1952 | Steven Okazaki is a documentary filmmaker who won an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject in 1991. |