Unveiling "INTANGIBILITY": A Celebration of Japanese Artistic Diversity - KALTBLUT Magazine
The "INTANGIBILITY" exhibition showcases diverse Japanese art, emphasizing innovative interpretations of culture and heritage from seven featured artists.
akihisa hirata show traces the collide of human & natural worlds at nerima art museum
The Akihisa Hirata exhibition explores his architectural philosophy of 'karamarishiro,' emphasizing coexistence with nature and diverse life forms.
interview: Mr. examines tensions between fantasy and reality in japanese otaku culture
Mr.'s exhibition explores the intersection of Japanese otaku culture and societal critique through vibrant artwork, reflecting on youth culture's escapism and identity.
Godzilla Takes Center Stage at Tokyo's PARCO MUSEUM in New Art Exhibition | stupidDOPE
Tokyo's PARCO MUSEUM presents GODZILLA THE ART, celebrating Godzilla's cultural impact through diverse artistic mediums and contemporary interpretations.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Yusuke Toda "ATELIER YUM and New World" @ Thinkspace Projects, Los Angeles
Yusuke Toda creates captivating art that blends childhood nostalgia with contemporary themes through his character, YUM.
Unveiling "INTANGIBILITY": A Celebration of Japanese Artistic Diversity - KALTBLUT Magazine
The "INTANGIBILITY" exhibition showcases diverse Japanese art, emphasizing innovative interpretations of culture and heritage from seven featured artists.
akihisa hirata show traces the collide of human & natural worlds at nerima art museum
The Akihisa Hirata exhibition explores his architectural philosophy of 'karamarishiro,' emphasizing coexistence with nature and diverse life forms.
interview: Mr. examines tensions between fantasy and reality in japanese otaku culture
Mr.'s exhibition explores the intersection of Japanese otaku culture and societal critique through vibrant artwork, reflecting on youth culture's escapism and identity.
Godzilla Takes Center Stage at Tokyo's PARCO MUSEUM in New Art Exhibition | stupidDOPE
Tokyo's PARCO MUSEUM presents GODZILLA THE ART, celebrating Godzilla's cultural impact through diverse artistic mediums and contemporary interpretations.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Yusuke Toda "ATELIER YUM and New World" @ Thinkspace Projects, Los Angeles
Yusuke Toda creates captivating art that blends childhood nostalgia with contemporary themes through his character, YUM.
Fortnite Map In Chapter 6 Season 1: All Map Changes And Landing Spots
Fortnite Chapter 6 introduces a Japanese-inspired map, setting the stage for a new year of gameplay and evolution.
Fortnite Battle Pass Chapter 6 Season 1: All Skins, Including Godzilla
Fortnite's Chapter 6 Season 1 battle pass is inspired by Japanese culture, introducing diverse rewards and notable characters like Godzilla and Baymax.
Fortnite Map In Chapter 6 Season 1: All Map Changes And Landing Spots
Fortnite Chapter 6 introduces a Japanese-inspired map, setting the stage for a new year of gameplay and evolution.
Fortnite Battle Pass Chapter 6 Season 1: All Skins, Including Godzilla
Fortnite's Chapter 6 Season 1 battle pass is inspired by Japanese culture, introducing diverse rewards and notable characters like Godzilla and Baymax.
Japanese Artist En Iwamura Debuts First-Ever 2D Print "Knots" with The-Art-Form | stupidDOPE
En Iwamura's 'Knots' merges minimalist sculpture with printmaking, embodying his artistic philosophy of 'Ma' and offering collectors a limited, rare piece.
Face value: the masterly theatrical masks of Kitazawa Hideta in pictures
Noh masks are vital for storytelling and embody deep cultural significance in traditional Japanese theatre.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Influential Japanese Psychedelic and Pop Artist, Keiichi Tanaami, Has Died, Age 83
Keiichi Tanaami, a pivotal Japanese psychedelic artist, passed away on August 9, 2024, leaving a significant cultural legacy.
Yu Maeda's Playful Ceramics: Where Pop Art Meets Ancient Spirituality | stupidDOPE
Yu Maeda redefines ceramics with a playful yet profound blend of nature and symbolism.
Japanese Artist En Iwamura Debuts First-Ever 2D Print "Knots" with The-Art-Form | stupidDOPE
En Iwamura's 'Knots' merges minimalist sculpture with printmaking, embodying his artistic philosophy of 'Ma' and offering collectors a limited, rare piece.
Face value: the masterly theatrical masks of Kitazawa Hideta in pictures
Noh masks are vital for storytelling and embody deep cultural significance in traditional Japanese theatre.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Influential Japanese Psychedelic and Pop Artist, Keiichi Tanaami, Has Died, Age 83
Keiichi Tanaami, a pivotal Japanese psychedelic artist, passed away on August 9, 2024, leaving a significant cultural legacy.
Yu Maeda's Playful Ceramics: Where Pop Art Meets Ancient Spirituality | stupidDOPE
Yu Maeda redefines ceramics with a playful yet profound blend of nature and symbolism.
Opinion | What a School Performance Shows Us About Japanese Education
Japanese education emphasizes responsibility, community, and teamwork, shaping societal values and individual identities.
The balance between discipline and freedom in education is crucial for future societal development.
Handmade Samurai-inspired randoseru backpack looks pretty but heavy - Yanko Design
The samurai-inspired randoseru backpack by Noriki Okada blends traditional aesthetics with modern craftsmanship for decorative purposes.
Best Japanese Candle for Transforming Your Space and Your Mood - Yanko Design
The Chouchin Candle revolutionizes traditional candlelight by transforming into a Japanese lantern, blending aesthetics with innovative, mess-free wax technology.
Why Azaleas Are Celebrated in Festivals Across Japan
Azaleas are culturally significant in Japan, symbolizing resilience and beauty, with rich history reflected in literature and garden design.
Short List: Upcoming events include First Thursday, 'The Greenbrier Ghost,' 'Kiss of the Spider Woman,' Portland Greek Festival, OBT's 'Hansel and Gretel'
The Kintsugi exhibit at Portland Japanese Garden highlights the beauty of imperfections through the ancient art of mending ceramics with gold.
Why Azaleas Are Celebrated in Festivals Across Japan
Azaleas are culturally significant in Japan, symbolizing resilience and beauty, with rich history reflected in literature and garden design.
Short List: Upcoming events include First Thursday, 'The Greenbrier Ghost,' 'Kiss of the Spider Woman,' Portland Greek Festival, OBT's 'Hansel and Gretel'
The Kintsugi exhibit at Portland Japanese Garden highlights the beauty of imperfections through the ancient art of mending ceramics with gold.
'I'm always asking - is this boring or not?' - Japanese stage legend Hideki Noda talks 'Love in Action'
Hideki Noda's adaptation of The Brothers Karamazov transforms the narrative to a Nagasaki courtroom, blending classic themes with vibrant production elements.
How the Hugely Acclaimed Shogun TV Series Makes Translation Interesting
The 1980 'Shogun' adaptation offered a unique viewer experience by immersing them alongside the protagonist, without language understanding.
The new 'Shogun' on FX utilizes subtitles to engage Western audiences, making Japanese conversations more accessible.
'I'm always asking - is this boring or not?' - Japanese stage legend Hideki Noda talks 'Love in Action'
Hideki Noda's adaptation of The Brothers Karamazov transforms the narrative to a Nagasaki courtroom, blending classic themes with vibrant production elements.
How the Hugely Acclaimed Shogun TV Series Makes Translation Interesting
The 1980 'Shogun' adaptation offered a unique viewer experience by immersing them alongside the protagonist, without language understanding.
The new 'Shogun' on FX utilizes subtitles to engage Western audiences, making Japanese conversations more accessible.
A unique Apple marketing campaign for iPhone that you've probably never seen - 9to5Mac
Apple used whimsical puppetry in a Japan-only marketing campaign to convince Android users to switch to iPhone.
The Haunting Otherworld of Japanese Puppet Theatre
The National Bunraku Theatre's recent performance highlights the historical significance and emotional depth of puppet theater in exploring themes of love and sacrifice.
A unique Apple marketing campaign for iPhone that you've probably never seen - 9to5Mac
Apple used whimsical puppetry in a Japan-only marketing campaign to convince Android users to switch to iPhone.
The Haunting Otherworld of Japanese Puppet Theatre
The National Bunraku Theatre's recent performance highlights the historical significance and emotional depth of puppet theater in exploring themes of love and sacrifice.
Japanese Rural Life Adventure is exactly what it sounds like and more
Japanese Rural Life Adventure captures rural Japan's essence in a nostalgic pixel art farming sim, thriving on mobile with its community-focused gameplay.
Video. Yabusame archery steals the show at Japanese shrine
Yabusame, traditional Japanese horseback archery, showcased cultural heritage at Nikko Toshogu Shrine during its autumn festival.
Nobuyo Oyama, the Japanese Voice of Doraemon, Dies at 90
Nobuyo Oyama, voice of Doraemon for 25 years, passed away, leaving a lasting impact on Japanese children's media.
Her performance as Doraemon shaped the character's influence and appeal across generations.
New Uniqlo Kings Cross shop has vending machine for kids' clothes
UNIQLO's new store emphasizes cultural engagement and sustainability, merging shopping with traditional Japanese elements and community involvement.
First pictures show inside new Uniqlo shop Kings Cross
Uniqlo's new store uniquely blends Japanese culture with London fashion, featuring children's clothing vending machines and sustainability initiatives.
New Uniqlo Kings Cross shop has vending machine for kids' clothes
UNIQLO's new store emphasizes cultural engagement and sustainability, merging shopping with traditional Japanese elements and community involvement.
First pictures show inside new Uniqlo shop Kings Cross
Uniqlo's new store uniquely blends Japanese culture with London fashion, featuring children's clothing vending machines and sustainability initiatives.
Hikikomori - What is It? Is It a Mental Health Condition?
Hikikomori describes a growing trend of isolation among adolescents, often resulting from social stressors and affecting mental health, particularly since the pandemic.
The Top 48 Events in Portland This Week: Sept 1622, 2024
The 'Painting with Thread' exhibit highlights the artistic and cultural importance of fukusa in Japanese gift-giving.
Fukusa textiles feature intricate designs and symbolize the deep-rooted traditions of Japan.
The UK's Largest Japanese Food And Culture Festival Is Returning To London This Month
Experience Japan's rich culture in London at HYPER JAPAN festival, showcasing food, art, and entertainment over three days.
A Huge Japanese Food And Culture Festival Returns To London Next Month - And It's Completely Free To Attend
The Japan Matsuri festival in London offers an authentic Japanese cultural experience with food, entertainment, and performances for one day only on October 6.
The UK's Largest Japanese Food And Culture Festival Is Returning To London This Month
Experience Japan's rich culture in London at HYPER JAPAN festival, showcasing food, art, and entertainment over three days.
A Huge Japanese Food And Culture Festival Returns To London Next Month - And It's Completely Free To Attend
The Japan Matsuri festival in London offers an authentic Japanese cultural experience with food, entertainment, and performances for one day only on October 6.
oscar diaz pays tribute to iconic nakagin capsule tower with playful wooden block set
Oscar Diaz's wooden block set revives the spirit of the Nakagin Capsule Tower, emphasizing creativity and balance in modular design.
hajime yoshida inserts modernist geometries into traditional japanese home
Abstract geometric interventions transformed a traditional Japanese house into a studio inspired by Mondrian's art.
metallic octagonal portals outline the dynamic interior of omasake bar in paris
Omasake bar in Paris is designed by Sala Hars and Agathe Marimbert, blending contemporary Japanese culture with Parisian classicism.
The design features metallic octagonal portals that mirror the fast-paced motion of Tokyo and solid Parisian architectural blocks, with strategic use of metals to create reflectivity and a contemplative atmosphere.
oscar diaz pays tribute to iconic nakagin capsule tower with playful wooden block set
Oscar Diaz's wooden block set revives the spirit of the Nakagin Capsule Tower, emphasizing creativity and balance in modular design.
hajime yoshida inserts modernist geometries into traditional japanese home
Abstract geometric interventions transformed a traditional Japanese house into a studio inspired by Mondrian's art.
metallic octagonal portals outline the dynamic interior of omasake bar in paris
Omasake bar in Paris is designed by Sala Hars and Agathe Marimbert, blending contemporary Japanese culture with Parisian classicism.
The design features metallic octagonal portals that mirror the fast-paced motion of Tokyo and solid Parisian architectural blocks, with strategic use of metals to create reflectivity and a contemplative atmosphere.
14 Popular Breakfast Foods In Japan You Should Know - Tasting Table
Green tea is a popular morning drink in Japan with various types like matcha, sencha, and genmaicha, offering health benefits and cultural significance.
A peek inside new Japanese restaurant in Brentwood
Taro Japanese restaurant group expands to Brentwood with authentic dishes and laid-back Japanese style.
14 Popular Breakfast Foods In Japan You Should Know - Tasting Table
Green tea is a popular morning drink in Japan with various types like matcha, sencha, and genmaicha, offering health benefits and cultural significance.
A peek inside new Japanese restaurant in Brentwood
Taro Japanese restaurant group expands to Brentwood with authentic dishes and laid-back Japanese style.
What's Not to Like About This Matcha Old-Fashioned?
The Tea Ceremony cocktail at Martiny's blends Japanese and American influences, highlighting the art of mixology and cultural pride.
step inside NOT A HOTEL's clifftop tokyo retreat designed by fashion icon NIGO
NIGO curated NOT A HOTEL TOKYO's entire living experience overlooking Tokyo Bay, infusing vintage pieces and traditional Japanese accents.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Zoe Blue M.'s "Fallen Scale" @ LOYAL, Stockholm
The exhibition 'Fallen Scale' by Zoé Blue M. at LOYAL gallery in Europe explores Shinto mythology through paintings, focusing on female figures and blending traditional myths with modern elements.
With the closure of Tango Gameworks, Xbox sends an accidental message: it is not a platform for fans of Japanese games
Xbox has faced challenges in Japan, partially attributed to cultural factors like the perception of the 'X' symbol.
This Japanese Bin Automatically Shutters Unpleasant Smells
The ZitA Square trash can incorporates Japanese attention to thoughtful waste disposal with high-tech features like odor mitigation and a traditional design inspired by 'shikkui' plaster walls.
There's a Smorgasbord of Boston Food Festivals Happening This Weekend
Enjoy diverse food festivals in Boston this weekend, including celebrations of LGBTQ+ culinary community and Japanese culture.
Japanese-inspired furniture line is made from recyclable, colorful fabric - Yanko Design
Sustainable design can be both functional and aesthetically pleasing, inspired by natural and cultural elements.
FX's Shogun Takes A New Approach To An Old Story : Consider This from NPR
The 2024 Shogun adaptation focuses more on Japanese characters
Deliberate decision by co-creators to elevate Japanese characters
This Exhibition Presents an Extreme Vision of Japanese Visual Culture
Michael Hoppen's fascination with Japan began with a vintage photograph in the 1980s, leading to regular visits and the recent exhibition at his gallery.
The exhibition at Michael Hoppen's gallery aims to showcase various aspects of Japanese culture through storytelling and meticulous craftsmanship, avoiding common tropes.
FX's Shogun Takes A New Approach To An Old Story : Consider This from NPR
The 2024 Shogun adaptation focuses more on Japanese characters
Deliberate decision by co-creators to elevate Japanese characters
This Exhibition Presents an Extreme Vision of Japanese Visual Culture
Michael Hoppen's fascination with Japan began with a vintage photograph in the 1980s, leading to regular visits and the recent exhibition at his gallery.
The exhibition at Michael Hoppen's gallery aims to showcase various aspects of Japanese culture through storytelling and meticulous craftsmanship, avoiding common tropes.
Top 10 Japan-Inspired LEGO Builds For Those LEGO Fanatics Who Also Love Some Sushi & Cherry Blossom - Yanko Design
Japanese culture inspires talented LEGO builders around the world to create beautiful and intricate LEGO constructions that capture the essence of Japan.
Examples include a realistic LEGO ramen bowl, cherry blossom trees, The Great Wave of Kanagawa, and a LEGO sushi board.
Adorable LEGO Feng Shui Fortune Cat can wave its hands to give you good luck! - Yanko Design
The Maneki Neko is a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Japanese culture.
The LEGO Ideas Maneki Neko is a fan-made creation garnering support on the LEGO Ideas forum.
Top 10 Japan-Inspired LEGO Builds For Those LEGO Fanatics Who Also Love Some Sushi & Cherry Blossom - Yanko Design
Japanese culture inspires talented LEGO builders around the world to create beautiful and intricate LEGO constructions that capture the essence of Japan.
Examples include a realistic LEGO ramen bowl, cherry blossom trees, The Great Wave of Kanagawa, and a LEGO sushi board.
Adorable LEGO Feng Shui Fortune Cat can wave its hands to give you good luck! - Yanko Design
The Maneki Neko is a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Japanese culture.
The LEGO Ideas Maneki Neko is a fan-made creation garnering support on the LEGO Ideas forum.
Japanese Tea Garden's Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)
Free admission for San Francisco residents with valid ID and specific free hours for all on certain days.
The Japanese Tea Garden in San Francisco offers a serene environment with classic Japanese garden elements and seasonal cherry blossoms.
FilmWatch Weekly: Wim Wenders' 'Perfect Days,' plus 'Bob Marley: One Love,' Oscar-nominated shorts, 'A Taste of Things,' and more
Wim Wenders, Werner Herzog, and Rainier Werner Fassbinder are German filmmakers who came of age in the late 1960s.
Wenders' two most recent films, Anselm and Perfect Days, showcase his continued productivity and fascination with Japanese life and culture.
Disney's love affair with San Francisco and Tokyo
Disney's California Adventure debuted a Japanese-inflected fantasy version of San Francisco called San Fransokyo
The area of San Fransokyo in Disneyland is a rebrand of the previous Pacific Wharf area
Japanese dads share their parenting journey
Two dads in rural Japan share their daily life as a family on social media.
Shiba and Koji engage their followers by showcasing Japanese culture and traditions.
Want to get good at fighting games? There's a university course for that now
University of California, Berkeley is offering a course on learning video games called The Art of Fighting Games.
The course is part of Berkeley's DeCal lineup, which offers legitimate university classes run by students.
A bicycle with three embedded chairs to ferry around town ... wait , what! - Yanko Design
Mama bikes in Japan are versatile and popular for various uses including grocery carrying and kid transporting.
Perfect Days: An Ode to Tokyo's Public Toilets
A bathroom is a place where everyone is equal - there is no rich or poor, no old or young; everyone is part of humanity.
The TATAMI ReFAB PROJECT Is A Product Of Fusing Japanese Traditions With 3D-Printed Sustainability - Yanko Design
The TATAMI ReFAB PROJECT by HONOKA merges traditional Japanese tatami mats with 3D printing, creating sustainable furniture with a modern appeal.
"Uzumaru" Dance Performance at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival (SF)
Yosakoi dance is modern despite being described as traditional.
diving into osaka art & design 2024: installations and shows that caught our eye
Osaka Art & Design 2024 celebrates collaboration, openness, and solidarity in a vast showcase of public art venues under the theme Expanding Resonance.
Doggy dazzlers! Colourful Japanese street scenes in pictures
Noguchi's street photography captures everyday life's beauty and humanity in a profound and poetic manner.