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Manga Artist Kazuo Umezu’s Undying Urge to Create
Kazuo Umezu put out new work for the first time in 27 years. We spoke to the manga artist about his latest work and self-evolution. -
Eminent American Rap Photographer B+ on his Love for Hip Hop and Japanese Culture
B+, who has worked continuously as a photographer of American hip hop, opened in July the exhibition Tried by Twelve: photography by B+. We ask B+, who came to Tokyo for the exhibition, about the photos and his impressions of Japan. -
Superorganism Develops the Culture of the Future With “Pop” As Their Tool
Superorganism, who plays music from a global perspective, has released their latest album, World Wide Pop. We caught up with members Orono and Harry to learn more about the uniqueness and importance of pop culture. -
The Innovative Spirit and Panoptic Fashion Design of Issey Miyake
Yusuke Koishi writes about Issey Miyake, the fashion designer who passed away on August 5th at 84. -
Artist Momoko Nakamura Establishes Her Own Style Through Painting What She Wants to Paint
This is an interview with artist Momoko Nakamura. She talks about how she became an illustrator and how she approaches her creative practices. -
The Reality of 6397’s New York, Captured by Ari Marcopoulos: Creations from Stella Ishii Work in a Simple Style
6397, the clothing line from New York showroom The News, celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. We spoke with director Stella Ishii about the campaign shoot for the Fall/Winter 2022-23 collection, shot by photographer Ari Marcopoulos. -
Behind the Scenes of the music video for “BORDERLINE” with Keiichiro Shibuya and Nozomi Iijima — “Massive Life Flow; Inside the Mind of Keiichiro Shibuya”…
We present a conversation between Keiichiro Shibuya and ballet dancer Nozomi Iijima, who stars in the music video for his new song, “BORDERLINE.” -
The World of Hiroya Kurata, a Japanese Art Restorer and Painter Based in New York
Hiroya Kurata is a painter who also restores paintings in New York. “Summer Hours” is his first exhibition in Japan in three years. We spoke to him about his career and art. - SponsoredCardboard Artist Tomotatsu Gima Reimagines Gucci Sneakers with Sustainable Materials
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“I Want To Be Laughed At When I’m Alive, and Want To Die Being Laughed At”——Interview with Katsutoshi Nishimoto of NISHIMOTO IS THE MOUTH part.2
Part.2 of our interview with NISHIMOTO IS THE MOUTH director Katsutoshi Nishimoto. We explore the depths of culture and his positive personality, starting with his tattoos. -
Is the “Edo Kiriko” Workshop Dangerous? : Italian Manga Artist Peppe’s Encounter with Japanese Culture Vol. 5
Peppe introduces his first encounter with Japanese culture through his manga. The fifth installment is on his first experience of “Edo Kiriko” in Sumida-ku, Tokyo. -
“I Want My Perverse Items To Make Customers Happy”——An Interview with Katsutoshi Nishimoto of NISHIMOTO IS THE MOUTH Part.1
Part one of our interview with Katsutoshi Nishimoto, the director of NISHIMOTO IS THE MOUTH. We asked him about the intention behind his appearance on popular YouTube channels and future plans for his brand. -
Manga Artist Fumi Yoshinaga Talks about Her Own Works and Changes in Society: Expanding Manga Expression
This is an interview with Fumi Yoshinaga, who published the interview book 仕事でも仕事じゃなくても 漫画とよしながふみ(Regardless of Whether Work or Not Work: Manga and Fumi Yoshinaga). -
Our Community is Forever: Kiki Kudo’s Steady Life Vol. 1
Kiki Kudo writes about living in New York City and Connecticut during the pandemic. -
The World of Byredo by Ben Gorham, who Creates Fragrances from Memories
In this interview, we will learn more about the world view created by Ben Gorham, the founder and director of “Byredo”. -
The “Tashinami” of Free Spirits Vol.11: Toshiko Taira, the Master of Bashofu, is Handing Down the Beauty of Okinawa
We explore the history and traditional importance of Okinawan bashofu (textile made of banana fiber) through living national treasure, Toshiko Taira, who has dedicated her life to its revival. -
Hideaki Shikama, the designer of Children of the discordance, is Building a World from a Melting Pot
A boy who grew up on the streets became a young man who challenged himself to take on high fashion. The following is about the tenacious Hideaki Shikama. -
The World of O.N.O, One of Japan’s Leading Producers on His Own Unique Path
The interview explores the current posture of O.N.O, a music producer and DJ as well as a member of THA BLUE HERB, a hip-hop group based in Sapporo, Hokkaido who is active both locally and globally. -
The Palpable Bond and Energy of the Trailblazing Black Country, New Road
We interviewed Black Country, New Road, who played in Japan for the first time at Fuji Rock Festival ’22. -
J-Beauty Report from Europe Vol.6: REY TOKYO Harmonizes Ancient Japanese Wisdom with the Latest German Technology
This series introduces J-Beauty brands in Europe from the perspective of Keiko Suyama, whose company Dessigne consults in the entry of Japanese beauty brands to the European market. For the sixth installment of this series, we feature REY TOKYO, helmed by Rey Nakajima. -
Documenta 15 in Kassel, Germany: My Experience and the City’s Response
Documenta 15 is the 15th installment of Documenta, an art exhibition held in Kassel, Germany. This year, Ruangrupa, an Indonesian collective, curated Documenta 15. Hiroyoshi Tomite reports on the artworks exhibited in Mitte. -
Kenji Takimi on Primal Scream’s Sound and Transformation During the Second Summer of Love Era
DJ Kenji Takimi speaks on Primal Scream’s sound and transformation during the Second Summer of Love era. -
How Happy End and Haruomi Hosono’s Music Prompted Taiwanese Manga Artist Gao Yan’s Stories
We asked Taiwanese manga artist/illustrator Gao Yan about her first serialized work, The Song About Green – Gather the Wind, which was published as a book in May. She spoke on the backstory of her work and her first encounters with Japanese culture. -
The Artist without a Subject and the Eyes of Readers: On the Manga Artist Tatsuki Fujimoto
A column by Rishi , editor-in-chief of the music zine 痙攣, about the manga artist Tatsuki Fujimoto. -
The B Boy Returns: Thoughts Behind Taku Obata’s “B BOY REVENGE 2022”
Taku Obata, an artist passing down the tradition of B BOYism returns with his large-scale sculpture “B BOY REVENGE 2022.” We approached him about his perspective in an interview. -
―Eroticism and Humor on T-Shirts― Welcome To California Store
California Store is a souvenir shop in Nakameguro, Tokyo, with an eye-catching assortment of products that can’t be found anywhere else. The owner Takahiro Akiyama speaks on the meaning behind the store’s theme, “cheerful and fun eroticism” and his signature T-shirts. -
The Perspectives of Skate Photographers
Skateboarding can be viewed from multiple angles in this age of diversity. What does it look like to you? What exactly is skateboarding? There is probably more than one answer to these questions. Obviously, the answers varies depending on the times and the way it appeals to society. This time, we’ll focus on people who continue to look at and record the most universal aspects of skateboarding. -
Making Music OTOGIVANASHI Loves Regardless of Trends: an Interview with Kazuki Arima—Part II
Part two of our interview with Kazuki Arima of OTOGIVANASHI, who have released their new album, Us. -
50 Years of Memories and Records: TOMMAX and Osamu Nagahama’s Okinawa and America – Part 2
1972-2022 TOMMAX and Osamu Nagahama: Two Mens’s Okinawa and America, an exhibition of work by the photographer Osamu Nagahama and the contemporary artist Tsutomu Makishi (TOMMAX), was held this year in Okinawa, Japan. We interviewed Osamu Nagahama in Okinawa. This second part focuses on the work exhibited in the show.