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“Perfect Days” is a film by maestro Wim Wenders, starring Koji Yakusho. Yusuke Koishi investigates the idea and contemporaneity of the city of Tokyo in the film.

A limited edition book turi showcasing the work of Turi Gramstad Oliver, a prominent figure in Nordic design, was released. The book includes works inspired by Japanese artists, who led the Mingei movement, and Japanese culture.

TOKION spoke to contemporary artist Leiko Ikemura about her inspiration and thoughts behind her solo exhibition “When Animals Become Art” at Berlin’s gallery, The Feuerle Collection.

Photographer Hironori Kodama’s photo column documenting his journey through Mexico, his new destination. The first installment covers his encounters in Ciudad Juarez.

How did cultural critic Shun Fushimi look at “The Boy and the Heron”, Miyazaki’s first movie in 10 years?

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.

This is the third installment of Kiki Kudo’s “dual life” in New York City and Connecticut during the pandemic.

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.

This is the second installment of Kiki Kudo’s “dual life” in New York City and Connecticut during the pandemic.

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.