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Modern Kimonos Shine In Kyoto

Modern Kimonos Shine In Kyoto

Ready to upgrade your cultural capital? A stunning new exhibit in Kyoto unveils the secrets of the modern kimono, particularly showcasing the incredible artistry of yūzen dyeing from the Edo...

Modern Kimonos Shine In Kyoto

Ready to upgrade your cultural capital? A stunning new exhibit in Kyoto unveils the secrets of the modern kimono, particularly showcasing the incredible artistry of yūzen dyeing from the Edo...

AI Designs Kimonos: Tradition Reimagined

AI Designs Kimonos: Tradition Reimagined

Get ready for a fascinating blend of old and new! Japan's ancient Nishijinori weaving, used for exquisite kimonos, is now getting an AI upgrade to create stunning new patterns. This...

AI Designs Kimonos: Tradition Reimagined

Get ready for a fascinating blend of old and new! Japan's ancient Nishijinori weaving, used for exquisite kimonos, is now getting an AI upgrade to create stunning new patterns. This...

Nikkei Car Culture Drives Into JANM

Nikkei Car Culture Drives Into JANM

Ever wondered about the intersection of culture and horsepower? The Japanese American National Museum is revving up a new exhibit with ArtCenter, diving deep into the vibrant world of Japanese...

Nikkei Car Culture Drives Into JANM

Ever wondered about the intersection of culture and horsepower? The Japanese American National Museum is revving up a new exhibit with ArtCenter, diving deep into the vibrant world of Japanese...

OMA Crafts LV Journey In Osaka

OMA Crafts LV Journey In Osaka

Get ready to immerse yourself in a fascinating blend of high fashion and rich heritage! OMA has masterfully designed Louis Vuitton's 'Visionary Journeys' exhibition in Osaka, creating a space that...

OMA Crafts LV Journey In Osaka

Get ready to immerse yourself in a fascinating blend of high fashion and rich heritage! OMA has masterfully designed Louis Vuitton's 'Visionary Journeys' exhibition in Osaka, creating a space that...

Manga Artists Can't Ignore AI

Manga Artists Can't Ignore AI

Osamu Tezuka's son suggests his father would have welcomed AI to tackle manpower shortages in manga production. This highlights the ongoing debate within Japan's creative industries about the integration and...

Manga Artists Can't Ignore AI

Osamu Tezuka's son suggests his father would have welcomed AI to tackle manpower shortages in manga production. This highlights the ongoing debate within Japan's creative industries about the integration and...

Tokyo's 2025 Luxury Hotel Boom

Tokyo's 2025 Luxury Hotel Boom

Planning a trip to Tokyo in 2025? Get ready for some serious luxury, as the city's skyline is about to transform with a wave of high-end hotel openings. These new...

Tokyo's 2025 Luxury Hotel Boom

Planning a trip to Tokyo in 2025? Get ready for some serious luxury, as the city's skyline is about to transform with a wave of high-end hotel openings. These new...

Demon Slayer Reveals New Visual

Demon Slayer Reveals New Visual

Anime aficionados, pay attention! The official X account for Demon Slayer just unveiled a gorgeous new visual featuring fan-favorites Giyu Tomioka and Shinobu Kocho. This isn't just eye candy; it's...

Demon Slayer Reveals New Visual

Anime aficionados, pay attention! The official X account for Demon Slayer just unveiled a gorgeous new visual featuring fan-favorites Giyu Tomioka and Shinobu Kocho. This isn't just eye candy; it's...

One Person's Stunning Anime Masterpiece

One Person's Stunning Anime Masterpiece

Forget your typical studio blockbusters – imagine one visionary artist spending three years meticulously crafting an anime short so visually stunning it defies industry norms. 'Puparia' is a breathtaking testament...

One Person's Stunning Anime Masterpiece

Forget your typical studio blockbusters – imagine one visionary artist spending three years meticulously crafting an anime short so visually stunning it defies industry norms. 'Puparia' is a breathtaking testament...

Matcha's Green Arrival in Pakistan

Matcha's Green Arrival in Pakistan

Ever wondered how a traditional Japanese green tea like matcha fares in a country famous for its chai? This piece delves into matcha's quiet yet sophisticated arrival in Pakistan, where...

Matcha's Green Arrival in Pakistan

Ever wondered how a traditional Japanese green tea like matcha fares in a country famous for its chai? This piece delves into matcha's quiet yet sophisticated arrival in Pakistan, where...

Edgerunners MADNESS Manga Prequel Revealed

Edgerunners MADNESS Manga Prequel Revealed

Get ready to dive back into the gritty, neon-soaked world of Night City, because a 'Cyberpunk: Edgerunners' prequel manga titled 'MADNESS' is on the way! This new release promises to...

Edgerunners MADNESS Manga Prequel Revealed

Get ready to dive back into the gritty, neon-soaked world of Night City, because a 'Cyberpunk: Edgerunners' prequel manga titled 'MADNESS' is on the way! This new release promises to...

Kimono Secrets Unveiled in Kyoto

Kimono Secrets Unveiled in Kyoto

Ever wondered about the intricate artistry behind a kimono? Kyoto's National Museum of Modern Art is currently showcasing an incredible exhibition, 'Secrets of the Kimono,' featuring around 260 early modern...

Kimono Secrets Unveiled in Kyoto

Ever wondered about the intricate artistry behind a kimono? Kyoto's National Museum of Modern Art is currently showcasing an incredible exhibition, 'Secrets of the Kimono,' featuring around 260 early modern...

Sacred Temple Battles Overtourism

Sacred Temple Battles Overtourism

Nanzōin Temple in Japan is taking a bold, innovative step to protect its cultural heritage from the impacts of overtourism. They're implementing a two-tier entry fee specifically for international visitors,...

Sacred Temple Battles Overtourism

Nanzōin Temple in Japan is taking a bold, innovative step to protect its cultural heritage from the impacts of overtourism. They're implementing a two-tier entry fee specifically for international visitors,...

Liverpool's Manga Kit Debuts In Japan

Liverpool's Manga Kit Debuts In Japan

Get ready for a unique fusion of football and pop culture as Liverpool prepares to debut custom-designed, manga-inspired shirts for their first-ever friendly in Japan. This isn't your everyday kit;...

Liverpool's Manga Kit Debuts In Japan

Get ready for a unique fusion of football and pop culture as Liverpool prepares to debut custom-designed, manga-inspired shirts for their first-ever friendly in Japan. This isn't your everyday kit;...

Demon Slayer Smashes Box Office

Demon Slayer Smashes Box Office

Pop culture alert! The new 'Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle' film isn't just doing well in Japan, it's absolutely pulverizing box office records there, proving its massive appeal. With an Asia...

Demon Slayer Smashes Box Office

Pop culture alert! The new 'Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle' film isn't just doing well in Japan, it's absolutely pulverizing box office records there, proving its massive appeal. With an Asia...

Santa Maria Obon Festival Celebrates Culture

Santa Maria Obon Festival Celebrates Culture

Santa Maria recently celebrated Japanese culture at the annual Obon Festival, hosted by the Guadalupe Buddhist Church. This vibrant event brought the community together for a day of cultural appreciation...

Santa Maria Obon Festival Celebrates Culture

Santa Maria recently celebrated Japanese culture at the annual Obon Festival, hosted by the Guadalupe Buddhist Church. This vibrant event brought the community together for a day of cultural appreciation...

Baltic Pavilion Shines At EXPO 2025

Baltic Pavilion Shines At EXPO 2025

Who knew Latvia and Lithuania were such rockstars? The Baltic Pavilion at EXPO 2025 is clearly a must-see, having already welcomed half a million visitors! It's fantastic to see these...

Baltic Pavilion Shines At EXPO 2025

Who knew Latvia and Lithuania were such rockstars? The Baltic Pavilion at EXPO 2025 is clearly a must-see, having already welcomed half a million visitors! It's fantastic to see these...

Tabi Shoes: A Split-Toe Statement

Tabi Shoes: A Split-Toe Statement

Ready to step up your shoe game with a truly distinctive look? Tabi shoes blend ancient Japanese heritage with modern, cutting-edge style, perfect for the young professional who appreciates unique...

Tabi Shoes: A Split-Toe Statement

Ready to step up your shoe game with a truly distinctive look? Tabi shoes blend ancient Japanese heritage with modern, cutting-edge style, perfect for the young professional who appreciates unique...

Japan's Pictography History Exhibition

Japan's Pictography History Exhibition

Japan House London is hosting an exciting new exhibition this summer, delving into the fascinating history of pictograms and Japanese design. It explores Japan's significant role in this visual language...

Japan's Pictography History Exhibition

Japan House London is hosting an exciting new exhibition this summer, delving into the fascinating history of pictograms and Japanese design. It explores Japan's significant role in this visual language...

Tokyo Fireworks Festival Dazzles

Tokyo Fireworks Festival Dazzles

Imagine the sky above Tokyo erupting in a kaleidoscope of colors – that's the magic of their annual fireworks festival! This spectacular 90-minute show draws tens of thousands, a true...

Tokyo Fireworks Festival Dazzles

Imagine the sky above Tokyo erupting in a kaleidoscope of colors – that's the magic of their annual fireworks festival! This spectacular 90-minute show draws tens of thousands, a true...

Global Puppetry Lands In Japan

Global Puppetry Lands In Japan

Get ready for a truly global show! The Sofia Puppet Theatre and Tokyo's PUK Puppet Theatre are bringing their unique artistry to Japan's Hokkaido Prefecture, proving that cultural exchange can...

Global Puppetry Lands In Japan

Get ready for a truly global show! The Sofia Puppet Theatre and Tokyo's PUK Puppet Theatre are bringing their unique artistry to Japan's Hokkaido Prefecture, proving that cultural exchange can...