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The Creative Practices of the Next Generation of Musicians to Inherit the Music of Yoshi Wada – A Special Conversation between Koshiro Hino x FUJI|||||||||||TA, Part.2
A special conversation about Yoshi Wada by Koshiro Hino and FUJI|||||||||||TA. In the second part, we will hear the essence of the tribute, how the two perceive notions of music and art in relation to their practices, and music recommendations to listen to alongside of Yoshi Wada. -
Who is Yoshi Wada, the Master of the Drone World? - A Special Conversation between Koshiro Hino and FUJI|||||||||||TA, Part.1
A special conversation about Yoshi Wada by Koshiro Hino and FUJI|||||||||||TA. In the first part, the two discuss how they first encountered Yoshi Wada’s music, their favorite albums, and more. -
Artist ob Shares About Her Concept of “Moe” and the Energy of Self-transformation Hidden in Adolescent Uncertainty
New York-based art-writer Vittoria Benzine unravels the concept of “moe” native to Japanese people and the energy of self-transformation hidden in the adolescent uncertainty etched in ob’s artworks. -
Japan’s Brand Trivia Vol. 6: the beauty and uniqueness of Japanese products according to Yoshimi Nagao
This project asks creators about the allure of made-in-Japan brands and products. The sixth installment introduces Yoshimi Nagao, who has many fans for her aesthetically refined style. -
What are the forms of expression explored by BIEN × DIEGO × Russell MAURICE in their joint exhibition “AFTER APOX ?
Three artists, BIEN, DIEGO and Russell MAURICE, talk about their joint exhibition “AFTER APOX” and what they are each bringing to the table. -
A social message beyond words in photographer Ari Hatsuzawa’s portrait of Tokyo under covid
Photographer Ari Hatsuzawa, who beautifully depicts the times from a journalistic perspective, captured Tokyo during the pandemic. What’s the current state of this anonymizing metropolis, according to him? -
Premier sake, shochu, and dishes: a taste of Japan in two Berlin bars—vol. II: NOMU Sake Bar
In the summer of 2020, two bars specializing in Japanese sake and shochu opened in Berlin, garnering attention for their hideout-like feel. The second volume introduces NOMU Sake bar. -
The spirit of Youth in Tokyo: tokyovitamin’s compilation album Vitamin Yellow
tokyovitamin released a compilation album, which oozes with the zeitgeist of today, at the end of 2021. The following is a review of the album, alongside comments from Vick and Kenchan, who produced the album. - SponsoredCardboard Artist Tomotatsu Gima Reimagines Gucci Sneakers with Sustainable Materials
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American Dream Express wants to make “happy psychedelic rock”
American Dream Express makes danceable beats reminiscent of California’s psychedelic rock scene. TOKION spoke to the band about the release of their 2nd album and what’s been on their mind. -
J-Beauty report from Europe Vol.2 : “Bizen” is a natural skin care brand made from fermented rice that embodies the “fusion of natural treasures and…
This series introduces J-Beauty brands in Europe by Keiko Suyama, the representative of “Dessigne,” who consults on the entry of Japanese beauty brands into the European mar-ket. For the second installment of this series, we feature “Bizen.” -
Art of Recycling Demonstrated by POP COLLAGE. Interview with Tomotatsu Gima Part Two–Presenting the Potentials of Cardboard to the World
Tomotatsu Gima reuses waste cardboard and reincarnates them as a new style of art with the theme “Distribution and Consumption.” In Part Two, we talk about his roots and his deeds abroad. -
Calligrapher Mami’s Independence. On Writing Her Unique Calligraphy Part Ⅱ
Calligrapher Mami’s self-produced independent exhibition is currently open for the first time in nearly five years. In Part Two, we unveil her sentiments etched in the exhibited calligraphy works and her worthful independent projects. -
Premier sake, shochu, and dishes: a taste of Japan in two Berlin bars—vol. I: s h i z u k u.
In the summer of 2020, two bars specializing in Japanese sake and shochu opened in Berlin, garnering attention for their hideout-like feel. The first volume introduces s h i z u k u. -
Calligrapher Mami’s Independence. On Writing Her Unique Calligraphy Part I
Calligrapher Mami’s self-produced independent exhibition is currently open for the first time in nearly five years. In a room full of her significantly unique feat, we talked about her journey so far until the opening of this exhibition. -
A new kind of luxury for a new era: Hikaru Utada’s BAD MODE
Writer Tsuya-chan’s explores Hikaru Utada’s new album BAD MODE. -
Art of Recycling Demonstrated by POP COLLAGE. Interview with Tomotatsu Gima Part One–Challenges with Record Covers
Tomotatsu Gima reuses waste cardboard and reincarnates them as a new style of art with the theme “Distribution and Consumption.” In Part One, we take a close look at his new analog record cover series. -
What lies at the root of New York-based photographer Koki Sato’s photography
Koki Sato talks about his photographic expression in NOSTALGIA, a photo book he made at home in New York during the pandemic. -
“Revisiting Rei Harakami’s music” Pt. 1: Filmmaker Yasuto Yura on the birth of Rei Harakami’s eternal universe
In honor of the late Rei Harakami’s legendary cassette tape re-release, we’re kicking off a short series of three articles. In the first installation, we interview filmmaker Yasuto Yura, whose friendship with Harakami dates back to their university days. -
LA-based artist couple Hashim & Akiko Bharoocha bridge the electronic/alternative music scenes in the US and Japan (Part 2)
We interviewed Hashim & Akiko Bharoocha, the creators of the ELECTRONIC KUMOKO cloudchild compilation, featuring 21 artists from the US and Japan such as Carlos Niño and Tentenko. In Part 2 of the interview, we asked them about the artists on the compilation, the LA scene, and their vision for the future. -
Enjoy Locally Brewed Sake at Kato Sake Works in Brooklyn, NY.
Kato Sake Works is a sake brewery in Bushwick, Brooklyn which known for its distinctive pairing of sake with American food. What is the story behind their hybrid sake culture? -
A Taiwanese Artist, Chou Yi: “No Matter What the Future Holds, Real Interactions with Others Matters.”
Chou Yi is known for her collaborative work with Beams Taiwan and Nike. As she reflects on her career, she ponders her future and goals. -
Zeke Hemme’s Constant Practice: an ever-evolving eye for clothes and design
Constant Practice, a finely curated instagram page and archival fashion store, has amassed a considerable audience for its seemingly niche items. Owner and buyer Zeke Hemme walks TOKION through the store’s history. -
The world of “Outer Ego”: An album that synthesizes the fluctuations in ego that The fin. experienced while living abroad
Yuto Uchino of The fin. talks about his experiences and what he’s learned from going back and forth between Japan and the world. Finally, he tells us what role he’d like to play as a musician in the Japanese music scene. -
LA-based artist couple Hashim & Akiko Bharoocha bridge the electronic/alternative music scenes in the US and Japan (Part 1)
We interviewed Hashim & Akiko Bharoocha, the creators of the ELECTRONIC KUMOKO cloudchild compilation, featuring 21 artists from the US and Japan such as Carlos Niño and Tentenko. In Part 1 of the interview, we asked them about their move from Tokyo to LA and the background of the compilation. -
A monochromatic world where fiction and non-fiction meet: Artist Ai Teramoto’s subtly mysterious portraits
Ai Teramoto’s an artist who draws pictures of characters with unique, captivating eyes. We spoke to her about the roots of her art, her influences, and her most recent artworks. -
Hoping to make a change with intimate underwear: the message of Bambi Watanabe, founder of gender-neutral underwear brand Bushy Park
What’s the message behind gravure (glamor) model Bambi Watanabe’s gender-neutral underwear brand Bushy Park: “Underwear that anyone can wear, regardless of gender”? -
A report on Keiichiro Shibuya and Eizen Fujiwara’s “Mirror in the Mirror”—“Massive Life Flow; Inside the Mind of Keiichiro Shibuya” Part 4
In the fourth installation of this series, we report on an impromptu performance by musician Keiichiro Shibuya and Shingon Buddhist monk Eizen Fujiwara in Dubai last December. -
Meriyasu Kataoka celebrates 10 years as a stuffed toy artist: Combining ideal shapes to create natural stuffed toys
Meriyasu Kataoka is an artist who creates stuffed toys with unique facial expressions and soft shapes that embody Japan’s “kawaii” culture. We trace the path of her 10-year career.