Akira

Shakira will livestream her October 3 concert in Madrid, allowing fans worldwide to watch the show remotely. Billboard reported the news and outlined how viewers can tune in. Fans are discussing the announcement and sharing details on where and how to access the stream of the Colombian star's performance.

Japanese runner Akira Ochiai won gold in the men's 800m at the Asian Games, clocking a championship record of 1:44.49. It is the first Japanese victory in the event in 64 years, making the result a historic milestone for Japanese middle-distance running and drawing wide attention at home.

Geinoh Yamashirogumi, the ensemble world-famous for its music on Katsuhiro Otomo's film AKIRA, has announced a new concert titled 'Genkyo No. 3: Narukami', to be held in Tokyo. The programme will include 'Tetsuo', a signature piece from the Symphonic Suite AKIRA, alongside other works from the group's repertoire.

Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks outfielder Akira Nakamura played his retirement game at the team's home stadium, closing the day with a farewell hit and telling fans it was "the greatest day" as he thanked them for their support. Japanese sports media are covering his emotional goodbye to supporters after his long career with the Hawks.

Film fans are listing classic sci-fi movies set in dates that have already passed: 2001: A Space Odyssey (2001), Back to the Future Part II (2015), Rollerball (2018), Akira (2019), Blade Runner (2019), Ghost in the Shell (2019) and The Terminator's war in 2029. The running joke is that these imagined futures now sit in the past, prompting people to compare their predictions with reality.

The 39th Tokyo International Film Festival has announced its Kurosawa Akira Prize, awarded jointly to Japanese director Miho Nobe (呉美保) and Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof. The honour, named after the legendary Japanese director, recognises filmmakers of outstanding achievement. Film fans are sharing the announcement, noting the pairing of a rising Japanese voice with an internationally celebrated, exiled Iranian director.

Tokyo Art Beat's editors have selected eight recommended goods from the Marimekko exhibition 'The Power of Patterns' at the Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum in Tokyo. The travelling exhibition, which also features designer Akira Minagawa among its highlights, showcases the Finnish brand's textile designs, and the gift guide points visitors toward standout souvenirs from the museum shop.

Shakira made a rare Fashion Week appearance, attending in a black gown accented with glitter trim. The Colombian superstar is not a regular on the fashion circuit, so her presence drew attention from style press and fans alike. Coverage focused on the gown itself and on the novelty of seeing the singer front row at an event she seldom attends.

Drummer Akira Tana has shared a personal tribute to saxophonist and composer Jimmy Heath, remembering him as an artist who stayed true to the music throughout his career. Writing in a long-form essay, Tana draws on his own experience playing alongside Heath, offering anecdotes and reflections on his musicianship, mentorship and influence on generations of jazz players. The piece is drawing attention among jazz musicians and fans honoring Heath's enduring legacy.