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Philippines Embraces Japan's Smart Living Vibe
Get this – I just stumbled upon an article about the Philippines seriously upping its game with Japanese-inspired smart living spaces.It’s not just about minimalist decor (though, let’s be real,...
Philippines Embraces Japan's Smart Living Vibe
Get this – I just stumbled upon an article about the Philippines seriously upping its game with Japanese-inspired smart living spaces.It’s not just about minimalist decor (though, let’s be real,...
Fukushima's Wooden Wonder: A Stadium Revolution?
Alright, so you know how Japan constantly finds ways to blow us away with their blend of ancient wisdom and futuristic vibes? Well, get ready, because they're doing it again,...
Fukushima's Wooden Wonder: A Stadium Revolution?
Alright, so you know how Japan constantly finds ways to blow us away with their blend of ancient wisdom and futuristic vibes? Well, get ready, because they're doing it again,...
Japanese Homeware Expansion: Bringing Practical...
A new Japanese home furnishings store is expanding to the Philippines, which got me thinking about how great it is when that practical, thoughtful design becomes more accessible globally.It's not...
Japanese Homeware Expansion: Bringing Practical...
A new Japanese home furnishings store is expanding to the Philippines, which got me thinking about how great it is when that practical, thoughtful design becomes more accessible globally.It's not...
Seiko's SUR595J1: More Than Just Keeping Time
How wild is it that a tiny machine on your wrist can be such a masterpiece? Or how some brands just *get* it when it comes to marrying form and...
Seiko's SUR595J1: More Than Just Keeping Time
How wild is it that a tiny machine on your wrist can be such a masterpiece? Or how some brands just *get* it when it comes to marrying form and...
Ise Jingu: Ancient Tradition, New Every 20 Years
What if I told you there's a historic building in Japan that gets completely demolished and rebuilt from scratch every two decades?Sounds wild, right? But that's exactly what happens at...
Ise Jingu: Ancient Tradition, New Every 20 Years
What if I told you there's a historic building in Japan that gets completely demolished and rebuilt from scratch every two decades?Sounds wild, right? But that's exactly what happens at...
AI-Generated Song Wins AKB48 Fan Vote
Hold up, an AI wrote a pop song? Not just any pop song, but one for *AKB48*, and it won a fan vote?! My brain is doing a little jig...
AI-Generated Song Wins AKB48 Fan Vote
Hold up, an AI wrote a pop song? Not just any pop song, but one for *AKB48*, and it won a fan vote?! My brain is doing a little jig...
Venice to Unveil Ancient Japanese Map Treasure!
Okay, so who else gets a little thrill when two totally different worlds collide in the most unexpected way? Just heard about something pretty cool that's going to be happening...
Venice to Unveil Ancient Japanese Map Treasure!
Okay, so who else gets a little thrill when two totally different worlds collide in the most unexpected way? Just heard about something pretty cool that's going to be happening...
Shrine Rebuilt? Every 20 Years? Wild.
Okay, so get this: Japan has this incredibly sacred shrine, Ise Jingu, right? And every two decades, they just… knock it down and rebuild it from scratch. Every. Twenty. Years.It's...
Shrine Rebuilt? Every 20 Years? Wild.
Okay, so get this: Japan has this incredibly sacred shrine, Ise Jingu, right? And every two decades, they just… knock it down and rebuild it from scratch. Every. Twenty. Years.It's...
Tokyo's Latest Colour Fix: A Dazzling Exhibition
Obsessed with colour? Me too. And Tokyo's National Art Center is putting on a show that's basically a love letter to it.This isn't just a pretty display; it's a deep...
Tokyo's Latest Colour Fix: A Dazzling Exhibition
Obsessed with colour? Me too. And Tokyo's National Art Center is putting on a show that's basically a love letter to it.This isn't just a pretty display; it's a deep...
Cartier Tokyo: Luxury Blends with Japanese Style
Tokyo always finds a way to impress, especially when it comes to blending the old with the new. Now, apparently, a certain high-end jewellery house has just opened its largest...
Cartier Tokyo: Luxury Blends with Japanese Style
Tokyo always finds a way to impress, especially when it comes to blending the old with the new. Now, apparently, a certain high-end jewellery house has just opened its largest...
Shiseido's Chic: The Art of Japanese Beauty Ads
Alright, so when you think of Japanese beauty brands, Shiseido probably springs to mind pretty quickly, right? Turns out, their advertising isn't just selling products; it's practically a masterclass in...
Shiseido's Chic: The Art of Japanese Beauty Ads
Alright, so when you think of Japanese beauty brands, Shiseido probably springs to mind pretty quickly, right? Turns out, their advertising isn't just selling products; it's practically a masterclass in...
UNESCO Island Gets Epic Rock-and-Glass Hideaway
You know that feeling when a building just *gets* its surroundings? Yakushima, one of Japan's most magical UNESCO sites, is about to get a hotel that's trying to do exactly...
UNESCO Island Gets Epic Rock-and-Glass Hideaway
You know that feeling when a building just *gets* its surroundings? Yakushima, one of Japan's most magical UNESCO sites, is about to get a hotel that's trying to do exactly...
Japanese Art on Indian Silks? That's a Crossove...
Okay, get this – an Indian silk brand is weaving Japanese art into their new saree collection.It’s always awesome when different cultures find a way to connect through design, and...
Japanese Art on Indian Silks? That's a Crossove...
Okay, get this – an Indian silk brand is weaving Japanese art into their new saree collection.It’s always awesome when different cultures find a way to connect through design, and...
Tokyo Vision, Sydney Skyline: SANAA's Latest Ma...
Okay, hold up. You know that feeling when you spot something gorgeous and then find out it’s got a super cool Japanese connection? Yeah, that just happened with the Sydney...
Tokyo Vision, Sydney Skyline: SANAA's Latest Ma...
Okay, hold up. You know that feeling when you spot something gorgeous and then find out it’s got a super cool Japanese connection? Yeah, that just happened with the Sydney...
Colorado Home Gets a Zen Smart Upgrade
Okay, hear me out: a smart home that actually looks serene instead of like a spaceship command center.This project in Colorado is nailing it by blending a seriously thoughtful, Japanese-inspired...
Colorado Home Gets a Zen Smart Upgrade
Okay, hear me out: a smart home that actually looks serene instead of like a spaceship command center.This project in Colorado is nailing it by blending a seriously thoughtful, Japanese-inspired...
Tokyo's Public Toilets Are Seriously Next Level
Forget what you think you know about public loos. Tokyo's gone and turned them into genuine architectural marvels.The Shibuya City 'Tokyo Toilet' project has brought together some serious design talent...
Tokyo's Public Toilets Are Seriously Next Level
Forget what you think you know about public loos. Tokyo's gone and turned them into genuine architectural marvels.The Shibuya City 'Tokyo Toilet' project has brought together some serious design talent...
New Ginza Landmark: A Retail Return
Remember how much I rave about Ginza? It’s not just the fancy shops and incredible architecture, it’s also steeped in history. Turns out, a certain tech giant is leaning into...
New Ginza Landmark: A Retail Return
Remember how much I rave about Ginza? It’s not just the fancy shops and incredible architecture, it’s also steeped in history. Turns out, a certain tech giant is leaning into...
Japanese Joinery Jumps to Barbados!
Barbados and Japanese joinery aren't two things I'd naturally put together, but here we are, and it's pretty spectacular.The Adjaye Associates team has used traditional Japanese timber joinery techniques for...
Japanese Joinery Jumps to Barbados!
Barbados and Japanese joinery aren't two things I'd naturally put together, but here we are, and it's pretty spectacular.The Adjaye Associates team has used traditional Japanese timber joinery techniques for...
Mexico's Concrete Zen Retreat with a Japanese Vibe
Just spotted a place in Mexico that's seriously channeling some minimalist zen. Who knew concrete could feel so incredibly serene?This 'Casa Tao' is a masterclass in making a brutalist material...
Mexico's Concrete Zen Retreat with a Japanese Vibe
Just spotted a place in Mexico that's seriously channeling some minimalist zen. Who knew concrete could feel so incredibly serene?This 'Casa Tao' is a masterclass in making a brutalist material...
Shiba Inu Bath Bombs: Making Self-Care Incredib...
Saw something pop up about Japan that is just peak adorable, and honestly, a stroke of genius.Someone's gone and made Shiba Inu bath bombs. Yes, you heard that right. Not...
Shiba Inu Bath Bombs: Making Self-Care Incredib...
Saw something pop up about Japan that is just peak adorable, and honestly, a stroke of genius.Someone's gone and made Shiba Inu bath bombs. Yes, you heard that right. Not...
