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Hideo Kojima - Japan's Maestro of Game Design
How Hideo Kojima redefined gaming with innovative storytelling and cinematic gameplay.

The Macabre World of Japanese Horror Master Junji Ito
Junji Ito redefines the horror genre with his surreal and intriguing manga.

The World of Vocaloid - The Global Music Phenomenon Explained
Discover how Vocaloid transformed music with anime-inspired digital characters.

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.

A Beginner's Guide to Horror Manga
Explore top horror manga titles and authors in this beginner's guide.

Junji Ito and Hello Kitty - Horror Manga Meets Kawaii
Junji Ito and Hello Kitty merge horror manga with kawaii charm.

The legacy of Japanese Jazz Icon Ryo Fukui
How self-taught pianist Ryo Fukui's music remains a timeless inspiration.

CASIO and UNO Join Forces for a Unique Watch Collaboration
Discover CASIO's new UNO™ watch featuring iconic Wild Card design.

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

KIDILL S/S 25 Collection - A Fusion of Japanese Culture and Punk Aesthetics
Hiroaki Sueyasu's latest collection fuses Japanese roots and punk style.

Ryōyū Kobayashi's 291-Meter Ski Jump
Ryoyu Kobayashi's 291-meter jump: A groundbreaking feat in ski jumping.

Yohji Yamamoto Designs 2024 Kits for Japan's National Team
Yohji Yamamoto designs Japan's 2024 kits with striking flame motifs.

AKIRA NAKAI - Japan’s Most Precious Porsche Tuner
Discover how Akira Nakai and RWB transformed Porsche tuning forever.

ATARASHII GAKKO! Leading Japan’s Idol Revolution
Revolutionizing Japan's Idol Culture: Inside the Phenomenon of Atarashii Gakko!

The Nujabes Soundtrack that Crossed Cultures - Samurai Champloo
Nujabes' Impact on Anime’s most Iconic Soundtrack.

SUKEBAN - Japan's 70s Delinquent Girl Gangs
The 70s schoolgirl gangs that shook Japanese society.

The Evolution of Jirai Kei Fashion
Explore Jirai Kei: A blend of innocence, melancholy, and fashion.
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From doujinshi roots to global icons, the revolutionary impact of CLAMP on the world of manga.
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IM MEN turns fabric into wearable flight.