Posts tagged with Japan
January 29, 2011 | New Fashion | by Jess Zaino |
Lace is the fabric du jour these days, with ladies rocking the antique trend — wearing a little bit on a shirt or a lot, as shown in these somewhat revealing outfits by Japanese label Somarta. Their ‘second skin’ collection is made entirely of lace body pieces to be bought as separates and worn together. I see London, I see France, I see someone’s underpants.
January 28, 2011 | Cool Websites | by Zolton |
So I can’t understand a word on this Japanese blog, and neither do I really want to. No, there’s something intrinsically calming about staring at cute photos of cute cats, even more so when they’re balancing things precariously on their heads. Read more
November 19, 2010 | New & Cool Architecture | by Contributions |
Stunning Japanese minimalism by Alphaville, who designed the interior of the New Kyoto Town House. Elegant use of geometric shapes amongst light wood. Read more
October 25, 2010 | New Trends | by The Urban Grocer |
Eating out of a vending machine never looked so good. Let’s face it, eating this way will probably never be healthy. But could you be enticed by it’s sleek looks? Tokyo vending goers think so. Though they have had a long standing love affair with automated food dispensers (they have the highest number of vending machines per capita), we all know that Tokyoites do tend to be the harbingers of cool, especially when it comes to electronics. Read more
September 23, 2010 | New Trends | 
by Contributions |
Two words: Roller Derby! I got involved in the resurgence of modern Roller Derby about five years ago, as a fan and volunteer, and it has since taken over my life. I love it. Gone are the days of staged matches: it’s evolved into a real sport with explosive growth across America and is catching on in other parts of the world now. Proof positive? The new Yokasuka Sushi Rollers are just getting organized on a military base in Japan. Yes, the past is catching up with us. On roller skates. Read more
August 27, 2010 | Video | by Francis Andrews |
These are some pretty insane glass ball juggling skills by a Japanese dude in Tokyo, set to a quirky soundtrack and observed by some clearly perplexed tourists (doesn’t the bald guy in the background ‘get it’, or is he recoiling after being royally tangoed?). Bowie would be proud.
August 26, 2010 | Video | by Zolton |
David Lee Roth and Lionel Richie faces painted on the sumo-like bodies of two skirt chasing locals? Yes, only in Japan would you get a commercial as bizarre — and awesome — as this.
August 19, 2010 | Video | by Zolton |
Japanese game shows are famous for ridiculing their contestants in ways that are shameful and humiliating — generally at the same time. But this one just about steals the show: ‘Crazy Japanese television guy takes off with a Water Bottle Rocket’ attached? Indeed. Sadly, he doesn’t get too far.
August 17, 2010 | New Design | by Andy 
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These ‘manner posters’ appeared in Tokyo subways between 1976 and 1982, informing passengers on subway etiquette and good manners. We’re not sure why it didn’t catch on elsewhere — a colourful and entertaining poster versus a crackly intercom message from a bored driver? Hmm. The posters were published in a book, Manner Poster 100′, printed in 1983 by Teito Rapid Transit Authority. Read more
August 16, 2010 | New Illustration | by Deanne Cheuk |
Japanese illustrator Symbolon works with his signature ‘shadow graphic’ style to create fashion illustrations for clients including BBC, Polaroid, Macy’s and American Airlines. Read more
August 10, 2010 | New & Cool Architecture | by Nikki Savvides |
In a city like Tokyo, where high-density living has reduced green spaces to mere pockets, and Japanese food self-sufficiency has dropped below 40%, it makes sense to look to alternative forms of agriculture to feed the growing population. Enter Pasona 02, a square kilometre of underground farm located in an abandoned bank vault that prepares jobless youth for work in the agricultural industry. Read more
August 4, 2010 | New Products | by The Urban Grocer |
Bacon and eggs are not just for breakfast anymore; now, they’re for your iPhone too. Out of Japan, comes these iMeshi iPhone cases designed to look like popular Japanese food. There’s bento rice, yaki soba, and Japanese fried pork cutlet too. Word on the street is that as tasty as these off-the-wall cases are, they’re not great at protecting your phone. Somehow, I don’t think that’s the point.
July 16, 2010 | New Products | by Michelle Wilding |
Rainy days will never be able to dampen your photography commitments again, thanks to this snazzy new rainproof DSLR camera bag by an unknown Japanese designer. The highlight feature is an emphasis on protecting the actual lens with its own transparent bag. Why didn’t anyone else think of this sooner, given the multitude of underwater cameras and what not?
July 9, 2010 | New Fashion | by Michelle Wilding |
This interactive Venetian Blind tee by Japanese designer-duo SHIKISAI is an ecdysiast’s dream! With the simple tug of a string, you can pull the blinds open, revealing as much flesh as you desire.
June 28, 2010 | New Trends | by Gerry Mak |
Japanese scientists have built a giant, hi-tech machine that can make waves in the shape of hearts, quarter notes, five-point stars, and more. They must know something we don’t, or maybe they’re figuring out how to make a giant cappuccino out of the BP oil spill.
As an unrepentant meat-eater, I really love this poster by Alyson Thomas which portrays San Francisco as a pig where all the different districts and neighborhoods are various cuts of meat.
Here’s an especially handy device: VooMote ONE, an attachable infrared port that fits iPhones and iPod Touches, converting them into universal remote controls that you can use for your TVs, DVD players, and stereos.
The Hatton hotel epitomises Melbourne cool. Those who value design, location, and luxury will find The Hatton the perfect Melbourne base. Read more
My friend and fine artist Sara Wolfe sent me this link of Chicago based artist Diego Leclery. He created this flash animation Panda, to celebrate the recent Beijing Olympics. He initially said he would take it down after the closing ceremony, but it is still up, so watch this cool one before it’s gone!
UK-based one-man-band Sieben has a new album out: As They Should Sound. Frontman Matt Howden builds songs with a loop pedal and a violin, which he uses for rhythm and melody. His sound is wonderfully sophisticated and cabalistic, with a particularly British sense of lyricism.
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Italian-made Tie-ups is the first belt to be wholly realized in fine plastics: resistant, flexible and with a minimal and versatile design. Tie-ups is an accessory adding a note of freshness and innovation to any clothing style, and is ecological, recyclable, and waterproof. Read more
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The Illuminated Sea Cookie Pin by Stephanie Simek mixes underwater wonders and light to add a little sparkle to your wardrobe. The sea cookie, a member of the sand dollar family, is back lit by a white LED. When turned on, the light illuminates all of the creature’s natural patterns and intricacies. Read more
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