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Art Series Volume 1 – Interview with Galerie Perrotin’s Etsuko Nakajima: “the advancement of Asia’s artistic democratization and the formation of its ethics and values”
In this series, we unravel the words of different intellectuals in regards to post-corona art. For the first volume, we interviewed Galerie PERROTIN’s Asia-Pacific Partner Etsuko Nakajima. -
What Are “Gen Z Values”? Vol.1 Four Key Topics That Shape the Discourse
This is the first of a series of articles by Daniel Takeda, a music agent and up-and-coming journalist gaining attention for their perspective on Generation Z. The first of the series will encompass the “Gen Z values” involving four topics: “Diversity and Identity,” “Activism,” “Anti-Capitalist Politics,” and “Gender and Sexuality. -
The true value of fashion journalism is evaluated by the digitization of Fashion Week
Fashion Week, which is digital distribution and changes the way it is. Unravel the future of fashion journalism from the words of experts. -
haru. on Stereotypes in Advertising and “Social Sculptures”
While still attending university, haru. founded independent magazine “HIGH(er) magazine.” In June of 2019, she established HUG, a content production and artist management company. TOKION asked her about her thoughts, which defy stereotypes and norms. -
A fantasy world is created by the alchemist “Tomo Koizumi”
What is the identity of Tomoki Koizumi, the designer of Tomo Koizumi, who worked on costumes for artists and was selected as a finalist for the 2020 LVMH Prize? -
As the founder of a book club in San Francisco, Laura Gluhanich proposes that “Time spent reading alone cultivates a mentality of respecting others and…
There is a breath of fresh air blowing through book clubs, which have been a traditional type of community in the United States. It is coming from silent book clubs, which allow participants to enjoy solo activities and reading at the same time. -
A Spanish writer who recommends “solo activities,” Hector Garcia proposes “finding your ikigai (sense of purpose) through solo activities”
Based on a philosophy of emotional independence and overcoming reliance on others, “solo activities” can serve as the starting point for cultivating a whole new you. His rules for finding happiness on one’s own that are taking the West by storm. -
Austrian film director on Japan’s food waste and spirit of “Mottainai”
Austrian film director and food activist David Gros shares his thoughts on food waste and the “Mottainai” spirit he discovered while shooting Mottainai Kitchen. -
Changing over the time.The allure of “NEW VINTAGE” created by designer Yuki Fujisawa
“YUKI FUJISAWA”, which brings out a new look of vintage by foil and color dyeing, seisaku tote bags and sweatshirts with the image of “TOKION”. Designer Yuki Fujisawa talks about her passion on her products. -
Activist Rina Ishii on Japanese Society and Feminism
Rina Ishii is active in businesses and projects that empower women, such as her media outlet BLAST and period product brand Nagi. She discusses her thoughts on Japan’s current gender gap and where these problems may stem from.