If any proof is needed of how unique Christmas in Japan truly is, it can be found in the pages of SANDA, a manga inspired by the legend of Santa Claus, created by Paru Itagaki, the author of BEASTARS.

Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is ... Of course not, but that’s no proof that they are not there. Nobody can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are seen and ...

You’d likewise be surprised to discover that the image we all carry in our heads of what Santa Claus really looks like, was created for Coca Cola. Nineteenth century illustrations featuring ...