Anime has been a staple of Japanese entertainment for decades now. Constantly pushing the artistic prowess of modern-day animation, Japan has had somewhat of an exclusive grasp on the anime marketp…
The Olympics are Needed Now More Than Ever, but at What Cost?
It seems life on Earth is returning to normal. Many of the major summer music festivals are scheduled to return this fall. It’s something that has already been in effect well overseas. Air tr…
Super Mario World Will be Opening in 2021 in Japan
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to physically be inside the world of the classic Nintendo video game franchise, Super Mario? Well, if you travel to Osaka, Japan next year you’ll …
PlayStation Inventor Starts New Career Making Robots For No Pay
Ken Kutaragi, the brains and inventor behind the PlayStation gaming console, has started to embark on a huge project – a robot project to be specific. The most shocking part of this job is t…
Designer Kenzo Takada Dies From COVID At 81
The fashion community is mourning as well known Japanese fashion designer Kenzo Takada passed on Sunday in Paris. He died at the age of 81 due to COVID-19 related complications. “It is with …
A New Fashion Subculture is Emerging In Japan and it Reflects a Complex Cultural Norm
Kawaii or the ‘Cute’ Subculture of Japanese fashion is taking a dark turn with what is known as Yami Kawaii. Yami Kawaii, or ‘Sick Cute,’ is a spin on the typical fashion of Kawaii, whi…
Off-White Opens Customization Pop-Up in Japan
With Virgil Abloh’s OFF-WHITE still on the climb from the Nike, Jordan, and Converse collaboration, the brand has not stopped to celebrate their victories. The coveted streetwear brand has announce…
Mastermind JAPAN x BAPE Spring/Summer 2017 Eyewear Collection
Mastermind JAPAN and BAPE are back at it again, this time with dope, exclusive hater blockers for the spring/summer. The new 2017 eyewear collection offers five distinctive styles, ranging from w…