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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. -
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. -
The ‘Tashinami’ of Free Spirits Vol.10 Architect Hiroshi Nakamura’s New Masterpieces Embrace Infinite Prayer
The interview explores architect Hiroshi Nakamura’s plan and concept of the Shinpujuyo-sho and Seishin-sho at Toshogu Shrine in Ueno, Tokyo. -
“The Jomon” and Future Intellectuality as Considered by Fumito Takekura, author of “Reading Dogū”
Fumito Takekura, author of the bestseller 土偶を読む (Reading Dogū), which won both the Suntory Prize for Social Science and Humanities and the Jun Miura Prize, discusses the Jomon culture and contemporary social issues. -
Jazzanova, the DJ and live band collective from Berlin explores their recent reimagining of Detroit Jazz and reflects about Japan
We spoke to the Berlin-based jazz group, Jazzanova about their latest album and thoughts on Japan. -
30th Anniversary of DJ KRUSH’s solo career DJ KRUSH’s Paths and Memories: A Teenage Fascination with Hip-Hop ~ Mid-1990s – Part.1
In 2022, DJ Krush celebrated the 30th anniversary of the start of his solo career. We take a look at the path he took to become a worldwide DJ and sound creator. Part.1 -
The changes Masanao Hirayama wanted to capture in his outdoor exhibition: what happens to paintings when hit by the rain and exposed to the sun?
What happens to art when it’s displayed outdoors? We interviewed Masanao Hirayama about his innovative outdoor solo exhibition, its process, and the changes he’s seen in the artwork overtime. -
Tokyo’s Real Soundscape and the Outline of Tokyo Fashion Scene Portrayed in Monkey Timers’ First Album
Monkey Timers has been taking the helm of Tokyo’s clubbing and street fashion scenes. Marking 13 years since their formation, they are releasing their first full album that unfurls the realness of the scenes and the current state of Tokyo. -
From 2021 to 2022, the Year of the Arts Festival: Japan’s Regional Arts Festivals to Visit This Year
In 2022, many of the major arts festivals that were postponed due to the pandemic are scheduled to take place; let’s look back at the 2021 festivals and prepare for this year’s art journey. -
“Revisiting Rei Harakami’s music” Pt. 1: Filmmaker Yasuto Yura on the birth of Rei Harakami’s eternal universe
In honor of the late Rei Harakami’s legendary cassette tape re-release, we’re kicking off a short series of three articles. In the first installation, we interview filmmaker Yasuto Yura, whose friendship with Harakami dates back to their university days.