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Yogee New Waves Shares the “Band’s Reality” Meaning of Music Found in the Haze of Confusion
Yogee New Waves has just released their brand-new album, WINDORGAN. They talk about what they’ve been up to during the thick of the coronavirus pandemic and their sincere feelings now. -
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Sponsored by EYEVAN
Eyewear based on an idea from biology: A new common sense by EYEVAN’s new brand, E5 eyevan
EYEVAN has announced its fifth and newest brand, E5 eyevan. We asked designer Hirotaka Nakagawa about the story behind the launch and the products’ special features -
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The Potential of Writing / Drawing Lines – Enrico Isamu Oyama’s New Praxis
Enrico Isamu Oyama has reinterpreted aerosol writing, a subculture that was born in the streets of New York in the 70s, and presented his own art in the realm of contemporary art. In this interview, we ask Oyama about his thoughts and breakthroughs regarding his solo exhibition Noctilucent Cloud, currently being held in Kanagawa, Japan. -
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“Japan’s Brand Trivia” Vol.2 Japanese cuisine filled with healing and energy Food artist Mariko Maeda reconsiders the unique charm of it
This project asks creators about the appeal of Made in Japan brands and items. The second instalment focuses on Mariko Maeda, a pioneer of Buddha Bowl and a food artist. -
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NIGO named the artistic director of Maison “Kenzo”
NIGO has been assigned to take over the position effective September 20th, 2021, with his first collection scheduled for release in January next year. -
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“A society where no one’s pain is ignored”—Momi Sako’s fight to shed light on hidden issues
Momi Sako of CAMPFIRE expounds on what kind of social good is needed today. -
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KAZZROCK x SNIPE1: Two pioneers talk about the past and present of Japan’s graffiti scene and where they are now ―Part 2―
KAZZROCK and SNIPE1, two driving forces behind Japan’s graffiti scene, talk about the past and present of the scene and where they are now. In part 2, they discuss their thoughts on the street versus art, as well as today’s scene. -
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Pablo Padovani of Moodoïd on his latest PRIMADONNA project and his love for Japan
The Japanese edition of French psychedelic pop artist Moodoïd’s newest EP features a song with Miho Hatori. We asked frontman and Japan-enthusiast Pablo Padovani about the details of this new release, as well as his affinity for Japan. -
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“Japan’s Brand Trivia” Vol.1 The editor-in-chief of “TEMPURA” from Paris unravels the power of “MADE IN JAPAN” born out of diversity
This project asks for creators’ view about the appeal of Made in Japan brands and items. The first instalment features Emil Pacha Valencia, the editor-in-chief of the cultural media “TEMPURA” from Paris. -
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Japan Cuts: The Art of Bringing the Finest of Contemporary Japanese Films to NYC
This month, the 15th edition of North America’s largest festival of contemporary Japanese cinema, Japan Cuts, returns to NYC. -
