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Who Is Miffy the Bunny? 🐰 The Story Behind Everyone’s Favourite Little Rabbit Simple, sweet, and oh-so-adorable — Miffy the Bunny has been stealing hearts around the world for decades! You’ve probably seen her calm little face on mugs, plushies, and stationery. But who exactly is this cute bunny, and where did she come...

Best Halloween Gifts in Australia 🎃 | Cute, Spooky & Kawaii Picks for 2025 It’s that time of year again — when cobwebs become decorations, pumpkin spice takes over, and we all get a little obsessed with the spooky-cute side of life! If you’re looking for the best Halloween gifts in Australia, you’re in...

Plus—come find Otaku-Taco in the Exhibition Hall! Brisbane, get your wigs, wings and wands ready! Oz Comic-Con is back at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) and we’re buzzing. Even better: Otaku-Taco will be trading all weekend in the Exhibition Hall with kawaii clothing, ita bags, tees and pastel goodies galore. Come say...

Why Everyone Loves Pompompurin: Sanrio’s Buttery Golden Retriever Who is Pompompurin? Pompompurin is one of Sanrio’s most beloved characters, known for his iconic brown beret and chilled-out personality. First introduced in 1996, this golden retriever pup quickly melted hearts across Japan and beyond. With a love for pudding (hence the name!) and a wholesome...

Playful fashion for every age: Finding your style from Kawaii to Retro Kidswear Fashion should be fun — full stop. At Otaku-Taco, we love seeing people express themselves through bold, quirky, and colourful styles. Whether it’s kawaii skirts, character tees, or statement socks, your wardrobe should feel like you. And guess what? That joy...

Matsuri Brisbane: Your Gateway to Japan in Brisbane Every year, Matsuri Brisbane transforms Camp Hill into a lively celebration of Japanese culture. Since its launch in 2018, this free festival has offered the Brisbane community a unique cultural experience through food, performances, hands-on workshops, and more. Event Details – 2025 Date: Saturday, 6 September...

SMASH! Convention 2025: A Weekend to Remember in Sydney 🎉 Sydney’s biggest anime & Japanese pop‑culture event, SMASH! Convention 2025, was held at ICC Sydney over Friday, July 11 to Sunday, July 13. With ticket sales sold out in advance and over 40,000 fans in attendance, the convention is for sure the largest anime pop‑culture event...