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Tune into “The Sound of Now” 「時音」 : Discover Ideas to Improve Your Life and Be Inspired. A Compilation of This Year’s 「時音」Series -Part 1-
「時音」is an ongoing series since the launch of TOKION. We look to the future as we attend to the words of contemporary figures, who disseminate values that transcend time. -
The counterattack of Japanese music [Shockwaves in Contemporary Music and Fashion] Vol. 16
In this series, Tsuya-chan writes about contemporary music with a focus on Japanese hip-hop. She breaks down the relationship between music and fashion, as well as fashion trends and youth culture. In the sixteenth installment, she looks into the creativity of Japanese rapper LEX, who had a notably busy year. -
“Spoon & Tamago” Revues Japanese Culture from Brooklyn, U.S An Interview with Johnny Waldman, Editor-in-Chief, on its Background and Perspective
Spoon & Tamago is a Brooklyn-based web media that conveys Japanese art and design to the world in English. We asked its editor-in-chief, Johnny Waldman, about its background and perspective. -
The optimistic world of chelmico’s new humorous and cheerful single
Rap duo chelmico released an uplifting song titled “Sanokuen” and returned to the stage after a hiatus. We spoke to them about the present and future. -
“2021 was a turning point for me”: MANON, the ‘mashup gyaru’ of the Reiwa era
MANON has worked with all kinds of artists, ranging from big-name artists like Hiroshi Fujiwara and QieziMabo to up-and-coming artists like dodo and LEX. Recently, MANON collaborated with DJ CHARI on her latest release, “Girlfriend.” In this interview, we get to know MANON, the artist who’s been making headlines for her collaborations with various artists. -
“We need more provocative people”—the elusive Dos Monos, who makes the ordinary extraordinary, wraps 2021 up (part 2)
Dos Monos summarizes this year. In part two of this interview, Dos Monos talk about their diverse range of collaborations and how these collaborations reveal the extraordinary and ordinary. “I want [2022 to be] a year where tricksters toy with the world.” -
Infinite possibilities of “Matcha”: the watchword of J-beauty trend in Western countries.
The beauty industry has brought out the new appeal of matcha, whose health benefits are considered one of its growth —introducing notable brands and items using “Matcha,” which is also a symbol of the J-beauty trend. -
The Expanding Universe of Science Fiction vol.4 Women and Science Fiction Part 1
Welcome to the first installment of our brand new “Women and Science Fiction” series! The story of “Female Science Fiction” is also the story of women in general. Until the last decade ago or so, women SF writers were less likely to be featured or reviewed in the popular venues or to appear on must-read lists, and only very recently things are beginning to change. In this series, science fiction critic and anthologist Teruyuki Hashimoto will briefly examine and hold a spotlight on the state of gender balance and significant works by leading women science fiction writers. -
“We need more provocative people”—the elusive Dos Monos, who makes the ordinary extraordinary, wraps 2021 up (part I)
Dos Monos summarizes this year. What do they think about their thrilling performance with artists like SMTK and Soushi Sakiyama and the things that make them intriguing? -
Motoko Marui’s Solo Exhibition, “Play,” Conveys A Message for Parks of The Future Through Her Free and Uninhibited Playground Equipment
Motoko Marui is an art director and graphic designer who has worked on various CD jackets, advertisements, and brand collaborations. She shares her thoughts on her solo exhibition “Play” with us.