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“Increase” and “Collapse”: Two Key Movements of the Movie “The Boy and the Heron”
How did cultural critic Shun Fushimi look at “The Boy and the Heron”, Miyazaki’s first movie in 10 years? -
“In Real Life,” Stepping Out of the Game Field: Kiki Kudo’s Steady Life Vol.4
Kiki Kudo writes about her dual life in New York and Connecticut she started during the pandemic. This is the fourth installment of the series. -
Little Treats are Essential: Kiki Kudo’s Steady Life Vol. 3
This is the third installment of Kiki Kudo’s “dual life” in New York City and Connecticut during the pandemic. -
Portland-based Vegan Japanese Restaurant Obon Shokudo is All About Feeling Good
Obon Shokudo is about bringing comfort to the mind and bodies of the customers. Posing questions about what we take for granted about food, the owners are changing the way we think of and enjoy food. -
Just Gazing at the Sunset: Kiki Kudo’s Steady Life Vol. 2
This is the second installment of Kiki Kudo’s “dual life” in New York City and Connecticut during the pandemic. -
The Magic of Portland’s Jorinji Miso: Bringing Happiness and Health Through Miso
Jorinji Miso values cooperation over competition. The way they live and cherish bonds with others is reflected in the way they make miso, combining traditional Japanese methods with innovation and diversity. -
Light Installation DARK MATTER; Kyoka and Yone-ko Colors the Party in Berlin
The latest report on “DARK MATTER,” which opened in Berlin’s Lichtenberg district in 2021. -
Showcasing Japanese Craftsmanship: “KOBO at Higo” Carries on the Legacy of Japantown, Once the Largest in North America
Through interviews with people of Japanese heritage working in the creative industries, this series explores the state of contemporary Japan as well as its past. -
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. -
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.