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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. -
The full story of Metabolic Rift: A new format of underground culture by Berlin Atonal [Part 1/2]
In this article, we cover the Metabolic Rift exhibition tour, a reimagined version of the iconic experimental music festival, Berlin Atonal. -
Kabuki is Opera! Manga series: Italian manga artist Peppe’s encounter with Japanese culture Vol.1
Peppe introduces his first encounter with Japanese culture through his manga. The first installment of the series is on Kabuki. -
A Pop Star Turned Contemporary Artist: KAORUKO Aspires to Create Her Look by Merging Japanese Culture and Pop
Noah Becker, the editor-in-chief of Whitehot Magazine, shares his observation on KAORUKO’s creativity, who is known for work that placed Japanese culture in the context of pop art. -
The Next Generational Star with an Enviable Crooning Voice, Nishina—Her Portrayals of the Shadow and Light in our Daily Lives
Nishina is one of the most crucial artists of the next generation. With her soothing transcendent voice and delicate poetic aesthetic, she creates a new wave in the music scene. -
Fashion and accessory designer millna on her “desire for recovery” laid at the core of her activities
This article explores the underlying philosophy of millna, a fashion and accessory designer and a doll gal. -
“Shibuya Meltdown™” continues to document the real and out-of-the-ordinary drunken people of Shibuya.Are people still having meltdowns in an ever-changing city?
On the streets of Shibuya, there are people who are drunk and sleep as if they are unconscious while riding on the streets, trains, and sometimes bicycles. “Shibuya Meltdown™” is an instagram account that captures these images.