Fans of the Japanese pop culture are finding connection and love through a common interest. Bookstore owners say the trend has had staying power, and more people are taking Japanese language classes.

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David Production's adaptation captures the over-the-top magic of Hirohiko Araki's source material, delivering larger-than-life characters with big muscles and cool powers ... A classic magical girl ...