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“TOKiON” has been renewed. “TOKiON the STORE”, a shop that utilizes digital media and E-commerce, opened in Miyashita Park.
It started as a platform to develop multifaceted digital media, including magazines, E-commerce and the concept shop “TOKiON the STORE”. -
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Artist Geoff McFetridge’s collaboration collection with TOKION of artwork on “verb” motifs
Starting with OBSERVE, a series of artwork on verb motifs led to BROWSE, EXCHANGE and other artwork flavored with Geoff’s characteristic humor. -
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INSIGHTS
What is the place of abstract paintings in digital era? French painter Pierre Soulages discusses his work with art curator Hans Ulrich Obrist. -
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The heart and soul ensconced in works by Shohei Otomo done in collaboration with Gucci: Art with a visceral appeal
The artist Shohei Otomo imbues his artworks done in ballpoint pen with a message and soul. This article will pursue Otomo’s appeal based on these recent, newly drawn works done in collaboration with Gucci. -
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The Launch of a Flower Shop that Gives Hope to the World: Human Connections Made Through Flowers
AMKK gives flowers to people for free in destinations around the globe. For their first launch in Tokyo, we reflect back on how the project came about. -
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CROKET IS ART
Observations from the man behind the uniquely evolving mimetic croquettes. The Croket theory as presented by the artist, Yasumasa Morimura involves him disguising himself as various characters such as Van Gogh, Marilyn Monroe as well as others. -
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A collaboration between Gucci and the artist Tadanori Yokoo The symbolic GG patterns float in vivid coloration
Gucci elements with a background of HANGA JUNGLE and -Kohke- are in a dynamic collage. Discover the creative background and inspiration for this piece. -
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SELF-OBSERVATION
When it comes to creating, the huge amount of online content can be inspiring. But according to designer Kiko Kostadinov, the first thing you have to do is to look at yourself. Let’s learn how to look at ourselves in order to create. -
- SponsoredTOKION Vol. 1 released on July 28 Special feature “OBSERVE”
- SponsoredThe heart and soul ensconced in works by Shohei Otomo done in collaboration with Gucci: Art with a visceral appeal
- SponsoredA collaboration between Gucci and the artist Tadanori Yokoo The symbolic GG patterns float in vivid coloration
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Enjoying solo activities, Top Chef Anita Lo -Alone time makes us feel alive-
“Doing things solo” is an opportunity to re-make oneself by establishing mental independence and freedom from dependence on others. Here are the rules for eating alone in New York, an idea that’s quickly becoming popular! -
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Manufacturing that’s easy on the environment –A collaborative collection with PUEBCO–
People spending a lot more time at home now may find they want to focus more on the things they use in the house. In this connection, PUEBCO offers unique interior decorating ideas that are also environmentally-friendly. -
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–SHIBUYA SOUNDSCAPE–Listening to the footsteps of Shibuya
I always hated the sound of Shibuya, confessed composer and sound engineer, Seigen Ono to composer and artist, Shuta Hasunuma. What did Shibuya sound like during the state of emergency? Let’s listen to their recordings of the empty city. -
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“Trashion” is the new word in European fashion industry Young designers tackling the problem of clothing waste
“Trashion” come into fashion in Europe and America. Acceleration of efforts to deal with waste problems and environmental pollution by young designers in their late twenties. -
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The original items are out now in the form of TOKION’s statement, “We transmit cutting edge Japanese culture to the world”.
Embodying the desire to disseminate cutting-edge Japanese culture from Tokyo, where the traditional and the modern coexist -
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OBSERVATION OF STUMBLING
Nothing is always perfect. Nothing never remains the same. Creativity can rise from instability. A break in a routine, irregularities in rhythm… In one word: stumbling. A study of the theme by Kyoto-based experimental band Kukangendai. -
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What we hear, what we can’t hear, and what we actually listen to
Does a bread kneader sound like a samba beat? A conversation between composer Seigen Ono and music critic Shinya Matsuyama. Let’s explore the boundaries between everyday sounds, or noise, and music. -
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Listen to stones
Stones piled up without any preparatory drawings can become walls standing the test of time. For Suminori Awata, 15th generation stonemason, each and every stone finds a place in his work. -
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The Lucky charm key ring from the creative studio KLOKA in Tokyo is the lucky talisman protecting me
Introducing the lucky items valued by 3 people with a unique worldview who are constantly striving to take on new challenges, as well as the lucky charm key rings produced through a collaboration with KLOKA. -
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An In-Depth Look at “Stay Home Movies”
Staying at home doesn’t mean we cannot be productive or creative. Inspiring stories can also start from home. With this selection of films, let’s observe how characters spend their time at home, and still live great adventures. -
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AMKK, Flower Artist Group: On Mortality Through Bouquets and the Beauty & Ephemerality of Flowers
What AMKK puts forth is the diverse beauty of flowers. We found out about their all-encompassing experimental works, which take into account wilted plants too. -
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New generations are changing in consciousness of food loss, is brought by COVID-19
In France, which promotes the recycling of waste, young entrepreneurs are leading the anti-wasting movement. Marin Mulliez, the founder of Nofilter, tell us the story. -
