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20 Non-Samurai Films of Akira Kurosawa
Explore Akira Kurosawa’s diverse répertoire beyond his iconic samurai masterpieces.
Dreams - A Trip Through the Visions of Akira Kurosawa
Discover the surreal beauty Akira Kurosawa's dreams.
Best Samurai Movies by Japanese Directors
A curated list of samurai films crafted by Japan’s most legendary filmmakers.
Fashion
How NIGO pioneered streetwear while bridging Japanese culture with global fashion trends.
Discover Tokyo's fashion scene as we dive into the highlights of Rakuten Tokyo Fashion Week.
Yuka Kimura blends her Japanese and Chinese heritage into innovative fashion storytelling.
Art & Design
Delve into the world of Sho Shibuya, as he discusses his profound connection with time and nature through his daily paintings.
An interview with photographer Hara Kazuaki about documenting the daily lives of her kids in Nagano.
Music & Film
Manga & Anime
From doujinshi roots to global icons, the revolutionary impact of CLAMP on the world of manga.
Discover the old nursery rhyme that marked the confrontation between Muzan and Ubuyashiki.
As you dive a little deeper in Akira’s narrative, you may discover an intriguing resemblance to Japanese history.
Beneath the surface Kazuo Umezu’s chilling tales lies a hidden facet of his creative identity - his portrayal of the animal kingdom.
There’s no anime that portrays the history Hiroshima as intense as the 1983 anime movie Barefoot Gen.
How does a genre that revolves around gay relationships hinder Japan's sexually progressive mindset?
What is Decora? Japan’s boldest street fashion explained.