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Building a Bridge to the Past: Mayu Kanamori, an Artist Based in Sydney, Retraces Stories Behind Photos from the Showa-Era
It’s not a well-known fact that Japanese people lived in Australia before the war. When we trace back the friendly relations between Australia and Japan today, we realize that it is thanks to the achievements of Japanese immigrants in the past. -
A reflection on the relationship between Louis Vuitton and hip-hop / [Shockwaves in Contemporary Music and Fashion] Vol. 10
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 her tenth installment, she analyzes both Louis Vuitton’s trajectory and hip-hop lyrics to unravel the relationship between the two. -
TOKION SONG BOOK #5:Cassandra Jenkins’s “Hard Drive” depicts a world that coexists in recognition of diversity.
The series by the writer Ryoichi Niimoto living in Brooklyn, who digs deep into the thoughts that musicians put into the songs. A new society we aim to read from the lyrics of “Hard Drive” by SSW Cassandra Jenkins based in Brooklyn. -
Lawrence (Peter M. Kersten) speaks on his love for Japan re Birds On The Playground
Lawrence released his fourth album, Birds On The Playground, through mule musiq. Here, he talks about the influence of Japanese thought and culture on him. -
The traditional Japanese facial “KOBIDO” captures the hearts of French women. Delphine Langlois is the driving force behind.
In France, a beauty powerhouse, pay attention to “KOBIDO” : a traditional Japanese beauty facial. Ask the founder of France’s first academy of facialists about beauty in France and Japan. -
Takuma Watanabe x Yayako Uchida [Part 2]: Exploring the source of the pair’s creativity
This conversation is between Takuma Watanabe and Yayako Uchida, who used to make music together as sighboat. What’s at the root of the talented two’s creativity? -
BMX Rider Yohei Uchino on the past 20 years of his career and what’s next
This year, BMX flatland world champion Yohei Uchino celebrates the 20th anniversary of his career. He reflects on the start of his career to the present, the establishment of THE PARK, and how he became the first Japanese rider for Brooklyn Machine Works -
「時音」Vol.13 AMBUSH® designer Yoon’s power of envisioning the future
Today, there are numerous approaches towards the business and system of fashion. What does Yoon foresee two years into the future? - SponsoredCardboard Artist Tomotatsu Gima Reimagines Gucci Sneakers with Sustainable Materials
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Interview With Hitoshi Ikeda from weber: His Insatiable Love of Vintage Clothes and Sentiment Towards Dai T-shirt Ten
We had the opportunity to speak to the man who leads weber that will be holding the exhibition, “大Tシャツ展” (Dai T-shirt Ten), from June 17th to June 30th at TOKION, and hear his story so far and passion towards the event. -
Girls Band Titillated by Ging Nang Boyz, TOKYO SYOKI SYODO—Their Current Location After Running All the Way Through the Pandemic with Their “Initial Impulse” Wide…
The rock band, TOKYO SYOKI SYODO, has welcomed a new member. They have finished the demo that marks the second chapter of their career. This interview unveils the band from their genesis to their new songs. -
The Usual Experience, Intimate View, Interaction with Others, and Returning to the Intrinsic Interview with the Owner of WDsounds, Masashi Sawada -Part 2-
The second half the interview with Masashi Sawada, who is the owner of WDsounds—a record label that leads Tokyo’s both hardcore and hip-hop underground scenes. -
Painter Saya Aokabi: The thought behind the unique creations from her first exhibition
Painter Saya Aokabi, who has become the subject of attention both in Japan and abroad, talks about her creations. -
“Anybody can be a minority”—Sari Kaede’s message as a transwoman
On top of being an architect and consultant, Sari Kaede works in a wide range of fields such as modeling and entertainment. Here, she talks about the ideal form of diversity in society. -
The Usual Experience, Intimate View, Interaction with Others, and Returning to the Intrinsic Interview with the Owner of WDsounds, Masashi Sawada -Part 1-
The first half of the interview with Masashi Sawada, who is the owner of WDsounds—a record label that leads Tokyo’s both hardcore and hip-hop underground scenes. -
The story of Newtypes and otakus: Re-examining the Gundam universe after the conclusion of Evangelion
Critic Naoya Fujita, whose book Shin Evangelion Ron is coming out in June, reconsiders the Gundam series from a broad perspective. -
Chihei Hatakeyama talks about the intersection of ambient, jazz or improvisation Part 2: Exploring the context of improvisational music from Off Site to FTARRI
Chihei Hatakeyama, who released a new work “Late Spring” from Gearbox Records in London, talks about the improvisational music scene in Tokyo and the artists who captures his interest now. -
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weber’s Exhibition “大Tシャツ展”(Dai T-shirt Ten) Open at TOKION
The annual exhibition “大Tシャツ展” (Dai T-shirt Ten) by the nomadic vintage clothing store will showcase nearly a thousand T-shirts, with an emphasis on movie-themed T-shirts. -
New possibilities for shamisen――The modern sound and lingering sound of the Tokyo Ghetto Shamisen
It is a time to reconsider the traditional culture of Japan precisely because we can’t go abroad. The article reveals a real face of Tokyo Ghetto Shamisen, an artist who continues to explore new possibilities for the shamisen woven in between the city and nature. -
Chihei Hatakeyama talks about the intersection of ambient and jazz or improvisation Part.1: The reticulated relationship between ambient and jazz in “Late Spring”
Chihei Hatakeyama, who released the newest work “Late Spring” from London-based label Gearbox Records, talks about his roots and the background of the new album. -
IBASHO Gallery: The Beauty of Having a Place Where You Can Be Yourself
The photographs gathered in the “Be Yourself” gallery are curated based on the owner’s sense and intuition. The strong relationship with the artist is emphasized above all else here. -
Ukiyo-e and street culture: NAGA illustrates the intersection between the past and present
NAGA is an illustrator who incorporates street culture into sceneries from the Edo period. How did he discover his experimental style, and what’s his goal? -
Hokusai’s iconic shunga, “The Dream of the Fisherman’s Wife” stirs up Eros and lust at Ruttkowski;68 in Paris
Exhibition of works by 22 international artists on the theme of eroticism. The curator talks about the charm of Hokusai, shunga and Japanese culture. -
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Actor Shuhei Uesugi Dons dunhills New Collection for the Fashion Shoot Carried Out at the Brand’s Newly Opened Concept Store in GINZA SIX
Fashion visuals shot with actor Shuhei Uesugi donning dunhill’s new collection. The photos of styles shot in the city of Ginza released along the interview. -
Artist’s muse Mie Iwatsuki on her approach to art and the new era of beauty
Mie Iwatsuki has been a muse for master painter Alex Katz and renowned American photographer Robert Frank. In this interview, she talks about her idea of art and beauty. -
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Pop-up of the Fashion Show, True Colors FASHION, Launching at TOKiON the STORE “LIVE JACKET” Made by Yoichi Ochiai Exhibited In Store
Some of the items from the Fashion Show, True Colors FASHION, and its official items will be available at TOKiON the STORE and TOKION E-STORE. -
Joe Brook, the photographer who documents universal themes of skateboarding
Joe Brook has been working with the world-famous skateboard magazine, Thrasher, for many years. He’s a photographer who adores skating and traveling with a film and digital camera in hand. Joe is a cool guy who’s always smiling and lives his life as a photographer with endless enthusiasm. -
Takuma Watanabe x Yayako Uchida [Part 1]: On Last Afternoon’s musical universe and the background of its production.
On May 7th, Takuma Watanabe released his latest album, Last Afternoon. TOKION explores the brilliance of this album through a conversation between Takuma Watanabe and his former musical collaborator, Yayako Uchida. -
Artist Utena Kobayashi Unveils the Behind the Production of Her New Album Released Along A Picture Book, And Her Sentiments Toward Creativity
Artist Utena Kobayashi has released her new album, 6 roads. Why did she decide to release the album along a picture book? What is the meaning behind the title derived from Buddhism? –We asked the artist about the production background of the album, her sentiments etched in the work, and her creative source and philosophy.