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Exploring Tokyo’s Fixed Gear Bike Scene with Nao
An interview with Nao exploring the cultural relevance of Fixie Bikes in the streets of Tokyo today.
South2 West8 - How fly fishing became a street fashion statement
How did a niche utility clothing brand from Hokkaido end up collaborating with Supreme?
Kimiko Nishimoto - Japan’s most Creative Obachan
Meet the 95-year-old obachan that expresses herself through humorous self portraits
The Unmatched Motivation of Shuzo Matsuoka
Who is Shuzo Matsuoka, and how did he become a cult legend by motivating people around the world?
The Yakuza Incident that Reshaped Japanese Cinema
One event changed the portrayal of yakuza in Japanese cinema: The internal strife within the ranks of a particular yakuza family, the Yamamori.
Kazuo Umezu - Unveiling the Eerie Elegance of the Animal Kingdom
Beneath the surface Kazuo Umezu’s chilling tales lies a hidden facet of his creative identity - his portrayal of the animal kingdom.
Barefoot Gen - The Animated Horror of Hiroshima
There’s no anime that portrays the history Hiroshima as intense as the 1983 anime movie Barefoot Gen.
Inari Type - Exploring culture through typeface
How does an independent type foundry manage to express culture through typeface design?
How Boys’ Love feeds Japan’s sexual repression
How does a genre that revolves around gay relationships hinder Japan's sexually progressive mindset?
TYPICA - connecting Japan’s coffee producers with the world
How does a community platform connect coffee producers with roasters all over the world.
Japan Slowly Crafting Its Own Beer Culture
The road to independence, how Japanese craft beer rises through the ranks.
Anime Meets High Fashion - The surge in anime collaborations
The worlds of anime and high fashion have collided in recent years. Where does this surge in collaborations come from?
Youngsters Going Solo in Tokyo
Unaccompanied youngsters navigating through Tokyo, a phenomenon that might come as a surprise.
8 Most Authentic Japanese Restaurants in Belgium
The ultimate list of restaurants that capture the essence of Japan's vibrant food scene in Belgium.
UTAHA - Redefining Wednesday Campanella’s visual identity
How did singer Utaha influence Wednesday Campanella’s visual identity?
Tomihiro Kono - Wigs exploring the power of metamorphosis
Exploring wigs that range from anime-inspired transformations to colorful hybrid creatures.
Emi Takahashi - Storytelling through leaves
What do you get if you combine an artist specializing in glyphs and an experimental animator?
Ikko Tanaka - Shaping MUJI’s Iconic Serene Design
Exploring the impact of art director Ikko Tanaka’s design on Muji.
The use of Japanese aesthetics in AI
Imagine a world where J.K. Rowling didn’t get canceled because Harry Potter was Osamu Tezuka’s creation.
Gaijin Paris - Introducing Japanese vintage in Paris
Situated in the Marais district, Gaijin Paris stands as a stronghold of Japanese designer fashion.
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.
Discover Tokyo's fashion scene as we dive into the highlights of Rakuten Tokyo Fashion Week.
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.
A chat with digital creator 2Turnt Kurt about infusing Pokémon with Vaporwave and Pixel Art.
Explore the world of Seiran Tsuno through her fascination with the spirit world and curiosity in 3d printing,
Music & Film
Manga & Anime
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?
Imagine a world where J.K. Rowling didn’t get canceled because Harry Potter was Osamu Tezuka’s creation.
Maison Margiela showcases its Artisanal collection in Tokyo.