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The Present and Eternal Sentiment of Tujiko Noriko, an Artist of Otherworldy Sounds
Since her debut in 2000, Tujiko Noriko, an artist based in France, has been building a distinct soundscape using electronic sounds and her voice. Earlier this year, she released her first album in around three years and nine months, Crépuscule I & II, on Editions Mego and will be going on her Japanese tour in January 2024, her first one in five years. Where does the artist find herself today? We present our interview with her, which took place this spring. -
“I genuinely think my music is lacking dishonesty at the moment.”The elusive seriousness of Mahne Frame
Australian artist Mahne Frame just released his latest EP on January 5 on the Berlin-based label Monkeytown Records. We asked him about the background of his ever-changing activities and behind the makings of his new record. -
Interview with YAMAN NKYMN Vol.1: Pandemic Art Project Evolves into A Work of Relational Aesthetics in Post-COVID Era
Through contemporary artist YAMAN NKYMN ‘s newest work, we consider the endless possibilities of authentic tea ceremony and contemporary art. -
The Legendary Subcultural Party, DENPA!!!, Returns as DOME After a Decade: Vol. 2 Committing to Being Earnest
DENPA!!! made a comeback after ten years as a new event, DOME ’23. We asked Ten to Sen, Toshi Miyashita, Ryohei Kaneda, and Takumi Kushida to reflect on the history of their club event. -
Hironori Kodama’s Journey Beyond Ukraine: Mexico Diary Vol.2 Ciudad Juarez
Photographer Hironori Kodama’s photo column documenting his journey through Mexico, his new destination. The first installment covers his encounters in Ciudad Juarez. -
The Legendary Subcultural Party, DENPA!!!, Returns as DOME After a Decade: Vol. 1 A Festival-like Energy
DENPA!!! made a comeback after ten years as a new event, DOME ’23. We asked Ten to Sen, Toshi Miyashita, Ryohei Kaneda, and Takumi Kushida to reflect on the history of their club event. -
Uncovering Food Culture in South Korea: Solo Dining and the Art of Living
Junko Ito, a Japanese journalist who has lived in Korea for over 30 years, talks about the similarities and differences between Japanese and Korean food culture. She also explores solo life, travel, and the way of life on the move in Korea. -
Interview with Chihei Hatakeyama; The Sound of Genre-Pushing Ambient Piece “Hachirōgata Lake”
The interview explores how Chihei Hatakeyama’s newest piece “Hachirōgata Lake” was produced. We ask the artist about stories behind its recording and his own views on ambient music. -
“There Is No Step Between Conceptualization and Manifestation”: Exploring Kensei Yabuno’s Creations in “Untitled II”
We delved into the inspiration for Kensei Yabuno’s recent work and discussed his approach to his ongoing exhibition to gain insights into the foundations of his creations. -
Art That Expresses Complex Emotional Patterns:An Interview with Stephen Powers, aka ESPO (part two)
Part two of our interview with Stephen Powers, the artist born in Philadelphia and currently based in New York, during his visit to Japan.