3 Values You Should Know When Designing A Japanese-Inspired Space
What determines the ‘Japan-ness’ of a space? Common perceptions of...
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Apr
Posts by Rachel Christopher
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Mar
What are Suica & Pasmo? A Guide To IC Cards in Japan
In Japan, Suica and Pasmo are two of the most...
13
Feb
The Four Japanese Female Artists Who Changed The Game
In the world of avante-garde art, the Fluxus art movement...
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Jan
The Kawaii Phenomenon: How Hello Kitty Embodies Japanese Cuteness Culture
The Kawaii phenomenon, synonymous with Japanese cuteness culture, has become...
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Dec
Top 10 Japanese Cooking Classes in London
Are you a Japanese foodie interested in learning the craft...
13
Nov
City String Ensemble: Live Anime Music Concert
Anime, a beloved form of entertainment originating from Japan, has...
10
Oct
How to Create a Japanese-Inspired Flat in the Heart of London
In the midst of London's bustling city life, finding a...
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Sep
Chanoyu: A Sip Into The Story Of Japan’s Tea Ceremony
Anyone up for a cup of tea? You’ll have no...
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Mar
Nobu and the Globalisation of Japanese Food
Japanese cuisine shares an extraordinary boom with its traditional and...
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Feb
Celebrating a Legend: Issey Miyake
Issey Miyake is known as the fashion innovator who revolutionized...
13
Dec
Rebirth: Why The Japanese Kimono So Iconic Today
The Japanese kimono is dubbed the national dress of Japan....
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Nov
10 Real-life Anime Locations in Japan for your Next Visit
To show their fanaticism, otakus from all over the globe...
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Nov
Shoku Bunka: Japan’s Food Culture & Identity
Japanese shoku bunka (食文化, “food culture”) is not unknown to...
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Oct
The Emergence of Japanese Woodblock Prints as Avant-Garde
A century ago, when the Meiji era came to an...
03
Oct
Shibuya Subcultures as a Reflection of Japan’s History
Ever since the beginning of history, fashion and style in...
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Aug
The Bento Box: From Plain Lunches to Cutesy Kyaraben
Let’s be honest, who here doesn’t adore the cute bento...
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Jul
Tradition in the Making: The Life & Work of Tokyo Craftsmen
Drawing on the previously undocumented stories, recollections, experiences, and oral...
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Jun
The Emergence of Japanese Avant-Garde Fashion
In comparison to the West, the Japanese have a considerably...
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May
Japonisme in Print: Japanese Style, Western Culture
From unusual and unique styles of art including ink painting...
29
Apr
Why Sailor Moon is a Pop Culture Icon Across Generations
After almost 30 years since its release, why is Sailor...
27
Apr
Hajime Sorayama And The Chrome-Plated Femme Fatale
If you’ve ever been curious as to who’s behind the...
10
Apr
The Birth of Kawaii Culture in Japan
If you watch anime or you are interested in Japanese...
02
Mar
Anime Food Recommendations For Your Inner Foodie
While we love to indulge ourselves with tasty treats from...
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Feb
Yōkai Database: Fantastic Beasts from Japanese Mythology
From Kamisama Kiss’ Tomoe to Spirited Away’s No-Face, and even...
01
Dec
Awesome Anime Streetwear Brand Collaborations
Anime streetwear collabs are all the rage, and here are...
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Nov
Choose your own Bento Adventure at Issho-ni Izakaya
Bento Boxes are a great way to enjoy a healthy,...
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Sep
A Brief History of Cannabis & CBD in Japan with HealthyTOKYO
We sat down with Michael Bobrove Founder & CEO of...
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Sep
Meeting David Watts Barton Author of Japan from Anime to Zen
David Watts Barton, award-winning writer, editor, musician, and author of...
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Jul
Sneakers Unboxed: Women In Sneakers
Sneakers Unboxed: From Studio to Street is now open at...
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Jun
The History of Japanese Sneaker Brand Onitsuka Tiger
The History of Onitsuka Tiger
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May
Japanese Musicians You Should Be Listening To
Japanese music has, whether you’re aware of it or not,...