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SKWAT’s Guide on How to Utilize a Space in the City
SKWAT has breathed new life into one open space. What does it mean to reconstruct a once-existing place and the human stories they have? -
Stylist TEPPEI talks about the background behind his book, “#Dayssnap”
Stylist TEPPEI created a book titled “#Dayssnap,” a collection of personal style snapshots he posted on Instagram during quarantine. We talked to him about the background of the book, as well as his thoughts on clothing and personal style. -
Artist Isamu Gakiya’s work tells us how to survive in today’s world
Artist Isamu Gakiya, who currently has a solo exhibition, “GUNIEA MATE,” talks about his work and the sources of his inspiration. -
“Reimagining the Meaning of Sincerity”- Shun Ikegai of yahyel on Taking the Stage Post-Hiatus
Amidst the pandemic, yahyel had a solo concert for the first time in two years. We spoke to the front man of the band, Shun Ikegai, after the event; how did his thoughts regarding live performance evolve? What was going on with yahyel? -
Former Professional Skateboarder Aoi Shimizu Creates Daruma Dolls From Denim
Aoi Shimizu is a former professional skateboarder who crafts daruma dolls from discarded denim pants. He talks to TOKION about the background behind his creations. -
The Importance of Independence and Ownership: Spreading the“Gyaru’s Tsuyo Tsuyo Mind” During the Pandemic
Rapper Akko Gorilla released a zine project called “#SayHello” during the pandemic. The zine’s comprised of artwork collected from participants who voluntarily sent in their work. What sort of thoughts and feelings went into the project? What’s the strength of “Gyaru” according to Akko Gorilla? -
The Future of Expression: kZm’s Virtual Liveshows as “Shared Experience”
Virtual live shows have been on the rise during the coronavirus pandemic. What does kZm think of the present and future of the music scene through the lens of “Virtual Distortion” -
In Conversation with Ken Sobajima, the Representative of CLEANl & ART; His Philosophy Behind Art and Shibuya’s Graffiti Problem
Scribbles on walls can be seen in a lot of corners of the city. There’s one artist that takes it upon himself to erase such drawings and writings. Why did he take action? What are his thoughts regarding art? -
As an artist and a model, Colliu conveys the “relationship between the viewer and the piece” through her artworks
Colliu, who is active in two fields as both a model and an artist, is holding her solo exhibition “FOLKS!” during the coronavirus pandemic. Here she discusses the “relationship between the viewer and the piece” that is always on her mind.