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How good is Ramen in Milan? : Italian Manga Artist Peppe’s Encounter with Japanese Culture Vol. 6
Peppe introduces his first encounter with Japanese culture through his manga. In the sixth installment, Peppe returns to his hometown in Italy and tries ramen, a popular dish in Milan. -
時音 Vol. 18 The Evolutionary Era of Singer Ado
An interview with Ado, the singer taking over Japan, about how she sings to express herself. -
Technological Co-Creation between AI and Improvisation — Shun Ishiwaka × Kei Matsumaru Special Conversation, Part 1
What possibilities does AI bring to improvisation and performance? This is the first part of the conversation between percussionist Shun Ishiwaka and saxophonist Kei Matsumaru, who held a session with an AI that learned their own performance at the Yamaguchi Center for Arts and Media [YCAM] last June. -
Playing Music from Asia Around the World – SAMOEDO’s Pop Music Led by Shin Sugawara
Shinichi Sugawara and Naruki Numazawa speak on the music played by SAMOEDO, a new band whose theme is “collaboration across Asia.” -
Looking Forward to Tomorrow: An Online Interview with Yuko Nishikawa
This is an online interviews by James Salomon with New York-based artist Yuko Nishikawa about why she decided to reside in New York and what is behind her diverse body of work. -
Architectural Designer Malene Hvidt Speaks On the Japanese Spirit and Scandinavian Modernity Inherited From Her Illustrious Grandfather, Peter Hvidt
Malene Hvidt, who grew up in a family of architects, talks about her great grandfather, living with her partner, and the house that combines Japanese aesthetics and Scandinavian design. -
The Eerie, Evocative Landscapes of CGI Artist Kakeru Taira
Kakeru Taira is a self-taught CGI artist whose work is gaining traction on Twitter. We spoke to him to find out about what goes into his creations. -
ASPIDISTRAFLY and Their KITCHEN. LABEL: On The Relationships with Their Close Japanese Artists
The relationships between “KITCHEN. LABEL” run by ASPIDIDTRAFLY, a Singapore-based male-female unit consisting of April Lee and Ricks Ang, and Japanese artists with whom they have close ties. - SponsoredCardboard Artist Tomotatsu Gima Reimagines Gucci Sneakers with Sustainable Materials
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ASPIDISTRAFLY and Their KITCHEN. LABEL: The Aesthetics of Label Management and Thoughts on New Releases
ASPIDISTRAFLY, a Singapore-based male-female unit consisting of April Lee and Rix Ang, talks about their “KITCHEN. LABEL” label and the background of their new album. -
The 20th Anniversary of The Libertines’ Up The Bracket: Bassist John Hassall on the Masterpiece’s Appeal
We present an interview with John Hassall, the bassist of The Libertines, about the band’s debut album, Up The Bracket, which has welcomed its 20th anniversary this year. -
Origami Has a Future: Interview with Artist/Handmade Washi Craftsman, Yuga Arisawa Part 2
What are the next steps for the new generation of origami artists post-complex origami boom? We visited Corsoyard, a handmade washi studio in Mino, Gifu prefecture, where Yuga Arisawa is based. -
Creating Origami from Scratch: Interview with Origami Artist/Handmade Washi Craftsman, Yuga Arisawa – Part 1
Creating Origami from Scratch: Interview with Origami Artist/Handmade Washi Craftsman, Yuga Arisawa – Part 1 -
Manabe Kotaro Captures the Dawn of Outdoor Rave Parties in Japan
Kotaro Manabe, who has been actively involved in Japan’s outdoor rave scene since the 1990s, looks back on those days with a number of outstanding photos of outdoor rave parties in Japan. -
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. -
“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.