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The Representative of go parkey, Susumu Ebihara, Unveils About the Modern Day Outdoor Basketball and the Renovation Art Court Project
“I want to see the first snowflake that lands on the ground.” Such romantic ambition isn’t unique only to the writers and intellectuals. Whoever takes the first step to introduce a new idea is considered either a brave hero or an odd kind, but no — it could be someone with passion, belief, and great momentum. Today, we share a story of street basketball and the future that unfurls from there. We had the opportunity to hear a story from a man who grasped the first and the last snowflake on the field of basketball. -
Making Honest, Optimistic Music in a Cruel World; an Interview with Shintaro Sakamoto
Shintaro Sakamoto just released his first album in six years, Like A Fable. Its mellow and pop sonic universe has a different feel from the singles he put out in 2020. We asked him about what went into creating the album and his ties with foreign audiences and artists. -
“I want to know what people who don’t know tofubeats thinks”: A realistic, four-year record expressed through music and books
We interviewed tofubeats, who released his fifth album REFLECTION and his book Tofubeats No Nancho Nikki. -
The Historical Relationship Between Okinawan Hajichi Tattoos and the Hawaiian Pidgin Language : Lee Tonouchi Tells the Story
Hajichi, a tattoo with a deep blue pattern on the back of a woman’s hand, is said to have disappeared after it was banned by the Meiji government. A writer Lee Tonouchi, who was born and raised in Hawaii, discusses the origins of Hawaii’s unique language, which is closely related to hajichi, as well as its diversity. -
Japan’s Brand Trivia Vol. 7: Caring for Japanese products and going back to basics with eit swim
This project asks creators about the allure of made-in-Japan brands and products. The seventh installment introduces Alice Kazama and Masayo Manzai, the creatrs of eit swim. -
J-Beauty report from Europe Vol.4 “WA:IT” is a symbiosis of Japanese spirit and Italian culture.
This series introduces J-Beauty brands in Europe by Keiko Suyama, the representative of “Dessigne,” who consults on the entry of Japanese beauty brands into the European market. For the fourth installment of this series, we feature “WA:IT” is created by Raffaella Grisa. -
Depict a story of “Lemaire” along with the times and lives by Christophe Lemaire and Sarah Linh Trang
Christophe Lemaire and Sarah Linh Trang, designers of Lemaire, reflect on the Fall/Winter 2022-23 collection and discuss the resonance between the brand and the Japanese aesthetic. -
Enjoyed Drive My Car? Then Nippon Connection Is Your Answer, the Japanese Film Festival Featuring the Most Exciting and Latest Lineup From Japan
Nippon Connection, a Japanese film festival in Frankfurt, Germany, is returning to in-person screenings for the first time in two years. The 22nd edition of the festival will be held from May 24 to 29. It will screen more than 100 of the latest Japanese films and present cultural programs to experience Japanese culture through workshops, lectures, concerts, and other events. Some films will be offered online after the festival. -
The philosophy of TAAKK revealed through fabrics (part II): clothes for brightening up people’s day
This is the second half of an interview with designer Takuya Morikawa, where he explores the philosophy behind making clothes, with a focus on fashion brand TAAKK’s fabrics. He talked to us about the production of the brand’s spring/summer 2022 collection, the magic of fashion, and his mission as a designer. -
The philosophy of TAAKK revealed through fabrics (part I): searching for the spark of design inspiration
In the first half of this interview with designer Takuya Morikawa, we explore the philosophy behind making clothes, with a focus on fashion brand TAAKK’s fabrics. He looked back on past collections and spoke to us about “gems” that inspire him to develop them.