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kudos / soduk designer Tsukasa Kudo on the twists and turns of his career
From Naha, Okinawa to America, Antwerp, Paris, and Tokyo—Kudo overcomes the twists and turns of life with the help of his friends. -
[Shockwaves in Contemporary Music and Fashion] Vol. 4: The correlation between Gucci’s evolution of “sexy” and the use of “bitch” in hip hop
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 fourth installment, she breaks down how Gucci’s idea of “sexy” changed over the years and how that correlates to the shift in the way Japanese hip hop uses the word “bitch.” -
University of Tokyo Student Tomohiro Nakano’s “Creative Process of Conworlding”
Tomohiro Nakano, who has been independently creating his own constructed world “Firraksnarre” for more than ten years, tells us about the significance of creativity. -
Japanese ceramic artist, Akiko Hirai, displays her work at JW Anderson’s flagship store in London
The display pieces were selected by Jonathan Anderson, the creative director. -
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“fragment design” and British culture magazine “THE FACE” collaborated and released items today at the TOKION E-STORE and TOKiON the STORE
The designs which come from the magazine’s past covers and logo font sets, are printed on T-shirts, long-sleeve T-shirts, parkas, caps, stickers, and more. -
Who is the spectator?; Pixy Liao and the subversion of traditional gender roles
Tomo Kosuga, an art producer living in Amsterdam, explores photography around the world today in this series of columns. In his third installment, he breaks down Pixy Liao’s photography, where she questions straight, conventional relationships. -
“The supremacy of simplicity stops growth.” Ryohei Kamide’s thesis on modernizing TV, part 2
We ask TV Tokyo producer and director Ryohei Kamide about modernizing TV. In part 2 of this series, he talks about new possibilities for TV networks. -
Benjamin Deberdt, the endlessly creative photographer
Paris is hosting the 2024 Olympics. In a city where things the old and the new clash with one another, lives a perpetually creative photographer. The following is Benjamin Deberdt’s story. - SponsoredCardboard Artist Tomotatsu Gima Reimagines Gucci Sneakers with Sustainable Materials
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- SponsoredThe heart and soul ensconced in works by Shohei Otomo done in collaboration with Gucci: Art with a visceral appeal
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Thomas Marecki from “Lodown Magazine” and Shōbu Tsuchiya’s exchange of letters: passing down their beloved culture to the next generations
Thomas and Shōbu, who met through “Lodown Magazine,” reveal to us how they are dealing with the pandemic and their honest thoughts toward culture and its raison d’etre. -
Marilyn Manson and G-Dragon’s Approved Japanese Silver Accessories Brand “fangophilia”
“fangophilia” is a Japanese silver accessory brand that has become popular overseas. By making use of actual molding techniques, “fangophilia” provides individually customized, one-of-a-kind items. We asked designer Tarō Hanabusa about the previously untold history of the brand. -
“Massive Life Flow; Inside the Mind of Keiichiro Shibuya” Part 2: In Search of a New Form of Live Performance
Keiichiro Shibuya held his very first live-streamed show back in September. We spoke to him about the thoughts and feelings he had about the show, what he achieved through it, and how he feels live performances will change. -
The founder of “Arcadia” talks about the power of fragrance: revisiting the past that evokes memories and emotions
“Arcadia” from Dubai was fascinated by the culture and essence of Japan. The founder Amna Sultan Al Habtoor talks about the brand philosophy and the charm of Japan. -
Sharing the joy of living and eating out by yourself with Solo Living
Four years ago, Sucheta Dutt launched Solo Living, an online media and community in the UK to share the beauty and fun of living alone. We asked to her about solo living through email interviews. -
Asako Tsuji creates opportunities for people to raise their awareness of social issues
Asako Tsuji is a socially conscious creative director involved in women’s empowerment. She speaks to us about the importance of awareness and Japan’s intolerance towards ambiguity. -
Unraveling The New York’s New Pop Icon, Gus Dapperton’s True Identity and The Epicenter of His Creativity
What does it mean to express through music for a 23-year-old singer/songwriter from New York, who interprets Pop in a new form? -
Hiroshi Fujiwara on London in the ‘80s and his upcoming collaboration with The Face
Hiroshi Fujiwara’s fragment design and British culture magazine The Face are releasing a collaboration with items featuring The Face’s past covers and logo. I asked Fujiwara about London in the ‘80s and how he first came across The Face. -
Being unashamedly human in the face of struggle — Minori Hagiwara’s two film picks
When they act, some actors are in the zone from head to toe, and such is the case in two films called From Miyamoto to You and 100 Yen Love. -
“The Fashion Pact” progress in first year, time to focus on the biggest issue in Asia
One year has passed since the “The Fashion Pct” created in 2019. Consider the results obtained and future issues with examples of each brand. -
In a changing world, Shintaro Sakamoto’s tastes remain unchanged
Shintaro Sakamoto is releasing 7-inch singles in both November and December. He talks about the background behind his music and what’s been on his mind lately. -
「時音」Vol.6 Artist Chiharu Shiota: Pondering the soul, memories, and mortality
Based in Berlin, Chiharu Shiota is a Japanese artist who has had over 300 exhibitions worldwide. We talked to Shiota about her thoughts on the body and soul, as well as the future of her artistic expression. -
Art Series Volume 1 – Interview with Galerie Perrotin’s Etsuko Nakajima: “the advancement of Asia’s artistic democratization and the formation of its ethics and values”
In this series, we unravel the words of different intellectuals in regards to post-corona art. For the first volume, we interviewed Galerie PERROTIN’s Asia-Pacific Partner Etsuko Nakajima. -
Bringing TOKYO FILMeX Online for the First Time “A Film Trip Around Asia in the Internet Age” Vol. 4
This series of columns introduces the rich culture of Asian films from countries such as South Korea, Thailand, and the Philippines. It also aims to investigate the similarities and differences between Japanese films and other Asian films. -
Contemporary French artist Jean-Michel Othoniel finds crossover between Japanese and French culture: the “Dream Road” exhibition
This is the artist’s first solo exhibition in Japan in eight years. He talks about the significance of the chrysanthemum in “Dream Road,” his first gallery exhibition in Japan. -
The road to creating KUON; How a love for fashion turned into a business
Arata Fujiwara, the founder of KUON, lived a life outside of the fashion world until he entered his 30s. We look back at his brand’s growth and backstory. -
Director Takuya Uchiyama’s film philosophy is that it’s okay to be uncool
Film Director Takuya Uchiyama talks about the message he hopes to send through his film, “Sasaki In My Mind.” -
Videographer Hirō Tanaka and his journey to Berlin: documenting the world’s music culture through video for posterity
Videographer Hiroo Tanaka continues to follow Nick Nowak, an artist who continues to build sound tanks by modifying speakers inspired by Cold War-era sound weapons. -
Korean-born LA-raised electronic artist CIFIKA released her 1st full album “HANA” during the Corona pandemic
Born in Korea and raised in LA, CIFIKA is one of the world’s most notable electronic artists. She continues to innovate the Korean music scene with her iconic style, and has released her long-awaited 1st full album, HANA. -
A magazine focusing on German music was launched with a theme of “German Wall” created by a Japanese female editor.
The RISIKO media freely connects German music advancing into the Galapagos. We talk with the Japanese editor-in-chief about the launch.