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Jun Togawa's Iconic Robotic Arm
The cyborg prosthetic designed for Jun Togawa's song 'Radar Man'.
10 Most Authentic Japanese Restaurants in Barcelona
Curating the most authentic Japanese eateries in Barcelona.
Hiroo Isono - The Japanese Artist Who Mastered the Forest
How Hiroo Isono captured the beauty of nature through his mythical art.
Last Orgy - The Collumn that Shaped Japanese Streetwear Culture
Hiroshi Fujiwara’s Last Orgy collumn: A cultural revolution in Japanese fashion.
Violent ’80s and ’90s Anime Defying Censorship Rules
Dive into the violent anime from the ’80s and ’90s era.
Yellow Magic Orchestra - Pioneers of Japanese Techno-Pop
How YMO’s fusion of technology and tradition shaped the future of music
A Guide to Cyberpunk Anime - Neon-Drenched Futures and Dystopian Realities
Uncover the top cyberpunk anime where humanity and technology collide.
10 Most Authentic Japanese Restaurants in Amsterdam
A curation of Amsterdam's most authentic Japanese dining experiences.
Who is Jun Takahashi - Founder of UNDERCOVER
From punk roots to fashion icon - Jun Takahashi’s creative journey.
Namennayo Cat Photography - Feline Charm by Satoru Tsuda
The playful charm of Namennayo cats through Satoru Tsuda’s photography.
Top Yakuza Movies - Essential Guide to Japanese Crime Cinema
Discover the yakuza movies that shaped Japanese cinematic storytelling.
Sumikama Factory - A Century of Knife Making Craftsmanship
Inside Sumikama Factory - The Art and Innovation Behind Taski’s Japanese Knives.
Nintendo Museum Opening in Kyoto
Explore gaming history and innovation at the new Nintendo Museum Kyoto.
Shibuya-Kei - Japan’s Eclectic 90s Musical Movement
Discover Shibuya-kei, Japan’s 90s music revolution blending genres.
The Social Media Charm of Hideo Kojima
The unfiltered yet iconic social media presence of Hideo Kojima.
TAKAHIROMIYASHITATheSoloist. - A Lesson in Avant-Garde Anti-Fashion
Redefining fashion boundaries through avant-garde design and bold collaborations.
Who is Chitose Abe - Founder of sacai
Discover sacai: Chitose Abe's journey from homemaker to iconic fashion designer.
MINMI - Japan’s Energetic Hip Hop and Reggae Queen
MINMI’s fusion of reggae and hip-hop redefines Japanese music boundaries
Perfect Days by Wim Wenders - An Interplay of Happiness and Sorrow
Wim Wenders delicately captures life’s intertwined moments of happiness and sadness.
Suki - Devon Aoki’s Iconic Role in 2 Fast 2 Furious
Devon Aoki’s Suki: A bold, unforgettable character in 2 Fast 2 Furious
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.