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Putting his soul into one stitch Door to the world opened by the zigzag embroidery——The man called SHISHUMANIA
Incorporating zigzag stitching embroidery, a technique with a decreased number of inheritors, into the expressions of two-dimensional world, SHISHUMANIA opened up a new possibility of traditional technology. The interview uncovers the world of Takuma Fukumori a.k.a SHISHUMANIA. -
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Flying Lotus Opens Up About His “Love of Japanese Anime” His Passion Embedded in Netflix Original Anime YASUKE Part Ⅰ
Flying Lotus is best known as a musical genius, but also as a Japanese anime freak. This article unveils his sentiments toward anime and the anecdotes behind creating the story of Netflix original YASUKE and producing its soundtrack. In part 1, he speaks about his intention and aim he wanted to convey in the anime and his ardent love for Japanese anime. -
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Yu Nagaba’s Artwork Reincarnated into two-and-a-half Dimentional Art Piece Exclusiviely Available at TOKION
A re-creation of the characteristic warm hand drawn lines. The eyewear parts are handcrafted in Sabae-city in Fukui-prefecture, which ultimately makes it an art piece that is not only a décor but can also be worn for going out. -
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The Designer of His Eponymous Brand, Fumito Ganryu vol.3–Fashion Born from the Spirit that Paves Its Way Through the Society and Future
Fumito Ganryu’s punk mind calls out the challenges of the society and pivots to focus on the future. In this installment, you will be vicariously experiencing his foundation—the punk state of mind. -
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“Creator’s Masterpiece Collection” Vol.1 Art director Kazunari Hattori’s “analog cameras”
A serial column in which a variety of creators speak about their own favorite items. The first installment introduces art director Kazunari Hattori’s “film cameras”which became sources for his design works. -
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B-boy Issei on what needs to be done for the future of breakdancing
Breakdancer Issei, who has earned numerous world-famous titles in his teenage years, says he wants to spread breakdancing even more in Japan. We delve into his roots and process of creating his own blueprint. -
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In Her Film Good-bye, a Young Filmmaker, Aya Miyazaki Portrays a Change in a Family and How It Breaks Away from the Past.
Miyazaki’s first feature-length film Good-bye was shot while she was in college and was released in April. We talked to Miyazaki about her career and the film. -
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Jai Tanju, the photographer who’s as interesting as his photos
San Jose’s skate culture and community are just as distinct as those in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Jai Tanju is well-known in the streets of this city. Instead of focusing on his photography alone, I’d like to highlight him as a person; it makes me smile just thinking about it. -
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Tokyo-based director Xavier Tera, shows cultural diversity and Japanese identity
The director behind the music video for Kaytranada’s Look Easy ft. Lucky Daye is Xavier Tera, friend of the artist and self-proclaimed fan of Takeshi Kitano. What is Tokyo-based Tera’s vision of Japanese culture? -
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The Designer of His Eponymous Brand, Fumito Ganryu vol.2–Exploring the Origin that Links Between Society and the Creation
Fumito Ganryu’s stance of designing fashion from the society elucidated from understanding the collection’s background. Tracing back to his origins. -
