[Cosplayers Laboratory] - Japan -

Introducing some of Japan’s leading cosplayers making an impact on the world stage. We’ve got exclusive photos that you won’t find anywhere else!

Cosplayers Laboratory | Japan｜ Cosplay｜

2013.06.07

[Cosplayers Laboratory] - Japan - #001　Konomi Akira

Cosplay is a global phenomenon and people all over the world are embracing the subculture and reinventing it in ways of their own. For our first edition of Cos Lab we introduce to one of Japan's top cosplayers, the charismatic, Konomi Akira!

[Cosplayers Laboratory] - Japan - | Japan｜ Cosplay｜

2013.06.07

Hooked on BAND A

Recently, I discovered and have taken a liking to a band known as BAND A and therefore would like to talk a bit about them.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Tokyo｜ Music｜ J-POP｜

2013.06.06

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#54 Aspirations of the Charismatic Face of Lolita Fashion who carries on the Spirit of Japan’s Kawaii Ambassadors

Over the past five years that I’ve been involved in cultural diplomacy, the person I’ve shared the most ups-and-downs with would have to be model, Aoki Misako.

JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN! | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!｜

2013.06.05

[Otaku's @ Home] #21 An Otaku with a Passion for Music and Motorbikes.

The otaku room this week belongs to an otaku who is highly devoted to his motorbikes and his music.

"Otakus @ Home" What does the inside of an otaku’s room look like? | Japan｜ Anime｜ Hobbies｜

2013.06.03

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#53 Interview with Director, Shinkai Makoto (Part Two). The Inspiration behind Director Shinkai’s Portrayal of Shinjuku in his Latest Work

This is the second part of my two-part interview with anime director, Shinkai Makoto, on his latest anime feature film, “Kotonoha no Niwa” (The Garden of Words).

JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN! | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Anime｜ Movies｜ JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!｜

2013.05.29

[Photo Report] “The Evangelion and Katana (Japanese swords) Exhibition”

“The Evangelion and Katana (Japanese swords) Exhibition” is currently being held at Nishitetsu Hall in Fukuoka City.　At the entrance, you are welcomed by the panels of Asuka, Rei, Mari, Shinji and Kaworu.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ Art｜

2013.05.24

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#52 Interview with Anime Director, Shinkai Makoto – "I want to show people the beauty in everyday scenery from a different angle"

Anime director Shinkai Makoto is renowned the world over and his latest theatrical length work is about to be released (May 31st 2013).

JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN! | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Anime｜ Movies｜ JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!｜

2013.05.22

Dishes from the Japanese home kitchen

How to cook washoku (Japanese cuisine) - Featuring home-cooked meal -

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ videos｜

2013.05.20

Hakata Dontaku 2013 Photo Gallery

In Fukuoka prefecture over the Golden Week holiday the well-known Hakata Dontaku festival was held on May 4th. Please take a look at and enjoy our collection of photos!

Hakata Dontaku | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜

2013.05.16

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#51 Japanese Idols Have a Strong Support Base Overseas – Hanging Out with Idol Fans in Thailand

As the writer of this column, it’s quite gratifying to know that it’s also read by a number of people overseas.

JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN! | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!｜

2013.05.15

A Yo-Yo Performer Like No Other! So Japan-esque!!

Introducing one fantastic Japanese yo-yo performer who drew a lot of attention with his performance at the TED2013.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜ Media (TV / Magazines)｜

2013.05.10

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#50 Japanese Idols Representing Japan on the World Stage – Interview with Berryz Kobo Members, Shimizu Saki and Tokunaga Chinami – Part Two

Following their two live performances in Bangkok on March 10th 2013, three of the Berryz Kobo members (Sudou Maasa, Tokunaga Chinami, Natsuyaki Miyabi) then went on to perform in Myanmar the following day.

JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN! | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!｜

2013.05.08

Global Popularity of Japanese Pop Culture Picks Up Speed

"Japan Expo" attracts some 200,000 people each year and we had the chance to interview the event's vice president, Thomas Sirdey, who enthusiastically spoke to us about the potential for the growth and development of Japanese pop culture in the European market.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ France｜ Manga｜ Anime｜ Event Reports｜ J-POP｜

2013.05.01

Hakata Dontaku

Hakata Dontaku, an annual festival that takes place in Fukuoka City on May 3rd and 4th each year.

events | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜

2013.05.01

Hakata Dontaku Terminology

Hakata Dontaku, an annual festival that takes place in Fukuoka City on May 3rd and 4th each year.

Hakata Dontaku | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜

2013.05.01

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#49 From Bangkok to Myanmar – Interview with Berryz Kobo Members, Shimizu Saki and Tokunaga Chinami – Part One

On March 9th 2013, Berryz Kobo performed live in Bangkok, Thailand, and then again the following day in Yangon, Myanmar.

JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN! | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!｜

2013.05.01

Hakata Dontaku

Hakata Dontaku, an annual festival that takes place in Fukuoka City on May 3rd and 4th each year.

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2013.04.30

Hakata's Traditional Crafts are Reborn with the Help of Students.

Hakata's traditional crafts are reborn with the help of students from Kyushu Sangyo University!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Other genre｜ Trends｜ Art｜

2013.04.26

[JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!]#48 Interview with “Alice Nine” Vocalist, Shou – Part Two

Alice Nine is like a gateway to Japan for all the young Japan fans throughout the world. Here is part two of my interview with Alice Nine lead vocalist, Shou.

JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN! | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Music｜ JAPAN! JAPAN! JAPAN!｜

2013.04.24