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PROVOKE - A Radical Shift in Japanese Photography and Society
How did PROVOKE redefine Japan’s visual language.

Japan’s Cardboard Smith - Aidakko Shishou
The insanely detailed cardboard creations of Aidakko Sishou.

Jun Togawa's Iconic Robotic Arm
The cyborg prosthetic designed for Jun Togawa's song 'Radar Man'.

Hiroo Isono - The Japanese Artist Who Mastered the Forest
How Hiroo Isono captured the beauty of nature through his mythical art.

Namennayo Cat Photography - Feline Charm by Satoru Tsuda
The playful charm of Namennayo cats through Satoru Tsuda’s photography.

Haruki Murakami's T-Shirt Collection - On Memory, Culture, and Collecting
Murakami’s T-shirts reveal hidden stories of nostalgia, identity, and culture.

Blending eras, Styles, and Anime with Shintoism - A Chat with Taishi Shingu
Discover Taishi Shingu's fusion of Japanese traditions and modern styles.

Quitting Advertising, Getting Robbed and Designing Stan Smiths - Meet Hiroshi Masuda
Bold colors and humanity: The unique vision of Hiroshi Masuda.

The Chaotic Nostalgia of Ochiai Shohei
Explore Ochiai's unique style blending nostalgia, chaos, and punk spirit.

From Japan to India - The woodblock prints of Hiroshi Yoshida
Explore the woodblock art of Yoshida Hiroshi, capturing India's essence.

Kazuki Onohara - The Traditional Theatre Painter who Loves Street Art
Kazuki Onohara fuses Japanese theatre painting with modern street art.

Chrome Eroticism - The World of Hajime Sorayama
Hajime Sorayama's fusion of organic forms and futuristic technology.

Recreating Tokyo Back Alleys in 3D with Michael Yoshimura
Experience Tokyo's hidden alleys transformed into mesmerizing 3D landscapes.

1-Bit Nostalgia - Super Kaylo Demakes Pop Culture Classics
Step into nostalgia with Super Kaylo’s enchanting 1-bit demakes.

QuestAG! - The ATARASHII GAKKO! Storytelling Game
ATARASHII GAKKO! launches interactive storytelling game with beautiful pixel art.

Sho Shibuya - A Journey Through Time in Gradients
Delve into the world of Sho Shibuya, as he discusses his profound connection with time and nature through his daily paintings.

ERO-GURO NANSENSU - Japan’s Erotic Horror Art
The Japanese art movement exploring grotesque decadence.

A Glimpse into the Daily Lives of Japanese Kids
An interview with photographer Hara Kazuaki about documenting the daily lives of her kids in Nagano.

Sukeban Deka III - The Girl Gang Saga in 8-Bit
Revisit the rebellious Sukeban phenomenon through 8-bit nostalgia

Dealing Nostalgia with 2Turnt Kurt’s POKÉMON ART
A chat with digital creator 2Turnt Kurt about infusing Pokémon with Vaporwave and Pixel Art.
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