"Kendama Taisou (Exercises)," an original video produced by the Kendama Association and BEAMS!

Featuring RIP SLYME's track "Peace" and an array of famous guest stars, the enduring appeal of kendama is visible for all to see in this newly released promotional video!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fashion｜ Talent/Idol｜ Trends｜ J-POP｜ videos｜

2015.09.28

[Report from Kimito in Shanghai] Issey Miyake's "BAOBAO bag" is still all the rage in China!

Walking the streets of Shanghai, a day doesn't go by without you seeing at least one Japanese designer bag.
The "BAOBAO bag" is an item from Issey Miyake.

Report from Kimito in Shanghai | China｜ Shanghai｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Trends｜

2015.09.14

[Robin’s Hong Kong Report] Kumamon in Hong Kong is proving popular as ever!!

Until just a few years ago there was not many people in Hong Kong who knew the name "Kumamon," but these days its seems that wherever you go in Hong Kong you are likely to see the famous Japanese mascot! And Kumamon's appearance in Hong Kong convenience stores shows just how popular this character has become!

Robin’s Hong Kong Report | Hong Kong｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜ Collaboration items｜

2015.08.14

#26 From Maid Café’s to Idol Fanatics – Mexicans Love Japan

Around mid-April 2015, my work in cultural diplomacy took me to Mexico. My activities this time around were as the Executive Office Director of the International Otaku Expo Association (IOEA) that Ambassador Akira Yamada and the good people at the Embassy of Japan in Mexico and I helped form.

Pop Culture Chronicles ～ On the Trail of Japanese Icons Around the World ～ | Japan｜ Other Areas｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Event Reports｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜ Pop Culture Observations｜

2015.05.27

[Feature] FACo2015

This year saw the 7th "Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo)" take place. This year's event again closed on a real high note, so check out our FACo "AFTER REPORT."

Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo) | Japan｜ China｜ Thailand ｜ Taiwan｜ Vietnam｜ Fukuoka｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜ Trends｜

2015.05.14

Kawaii Ambassadors participated in FACo and paid a visit to the Fukuoka Prefectural Office!

"asianbeat·FACo Kawaii Ambassadors," who were selected from various regions across Asia, particpated in the 7th annual "Fukuoka Asia Collection (FACo) 2015."

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ China｜ Thailand ｜ Taiwan｜ Vietnam｜ Fukuoka｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜ Trends｜

2015.04.02

[Report from Kobori in Bangkok] Healthy drinks in Thailand are now trending for girls that want to be beautiful

Girls in Bangkok are becoming more and more conscious of their health and have started to regularly intake healthy drinks. Let's go and have a look at the very industry that has catered to every girl's dream.

Kobori 's Bangkok Report | Thailand ｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Anime｜ Trends｜ Movies｜

2015.03.25

The New "BOATHOUSE OHORI PARK" is Finally Here!

We went to the "BOATHOUSE OHORI PARK" that just opened up on February 6th in Ohori Park, which is located at the heart of Fukuoka city! Being able to eat while looking at the scenery outside on a nice day is the best!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜

2015.03.11

[Report from A.s.Kitsune in Taipei] Misako Aoki's Lolita Tea Party in Taiwan 2014

Last spring, the president of the Japanese Lolita Association, Misako Aoki published and released a book, "Lolita Fashion BOOK." In celebration of event, Misako Aoki was invited to Taiwan for a book signing.

A.s.Kitsune's Taipei Report | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ Tokyo｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Trends｜

2015.02.25

First time riding the Kyushu Shinkansen!

As of March 2011, a new Shinkansen (bullet train) line opened in Kyushu. Having heard how great it was from all the people around me, I really wanted to try it for myself and finally got the chance to do so last December!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Kumamoto｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜

2015.01.23

Fukuoka Illuminations 2014

The most exciting thing about the long winter nights is going out to see the decorative illuminations! Fukuoka prefecture has been decked in lights and the illuminative decorations that brighten up every corner of the city give it a magical atmosphere. Here, we’d like to give you a bit more information on the illuminative lights in Fukuoka along with a lot of pictures.

Etcetra SNAPS | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Music｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜ Digital Products｜

2014.12.18

Fukuoka souvenirs and my new standards!

The Ichiran souvenir instant noodle packs went on sale at the end of June and were so popular and hard to come by, but I've finally managed to get some!

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Fukuoka｜ Gourmet｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜

2014.11.26

[ICON] Maiko Fukushima - The Young Akihabara Producer that Revolutionized the Idol World

Maiko Fukushima, also known as "Mofuku-chan" is a highly sought-after producer. Starting out her career at the Akihabara live house "Dear Stage" and "MOGRA" as an organizer, she eventually became the producer of the famous Akihabara idol group "Dempagumi.inc".

Icon | Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Music｜ Talent/Idol｜ Trends｜ Art｜ J-POP｜

2014.11.07

ULTRA JAPAN 2014 Special Report: The Mega Brand “ULTRA” Finally Arrives in Japan

At long last Japan sees the arrival of the large scale dance music festival "ULTRA JAPAN." In addition to picking this up, asianbeat will also be doing an interview with m-flo's VERBAL and a full report after the event.

feature | Japan｜ Music｜ Event Reports｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜ Club music｜

2014.11.01

Two Fascinating Guidebooks to Introduce Fukuoka

Recently I just bought two books popular books with really high-impact covers: Fukuoka Tsuide Kankou (Fukuoka Sightseeing Opportunity) and d design travel Fukuoka.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Fukuoka｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜ Hot Spot｜

2014.10.03

asianbeat INDEX

"asianbeat INDEX" - How to navigate "asianbeat" for new comers!!

English | Japan｜ Thailand ｜ Fukuoka｜ Other genre｜ sightseeing｜ Trends｜

2014.08.28

[Report from Kobori in Bangkok] Thailand Ministry of Commerce Runs Fashion Event in Support of the Apparel Industry

Do "babas", "Grey ray", "Onelove", "The SLEEVELESS GARDEN" and "Trimode Accessories" ring a bell? If you answered straight-away then you're probably already well-versed in Thailand's fashion industry.

Kobori 's Bangkok Report | Thailand ｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Anime｜ Trends｜ Movies｜

2014.08.20

Summer has come!!

Summer has come... I don't really like this hot & humid weather, but for some reason, I always get a little bit excited during this season. I'd like to share my excitement with you.

Culture Watch (Latest News & Info) | Japan｜ Trends｜ Hobbies｜ Digital Products｜

2014.08.07

[Report from A.s.Kitsune in Taipei] Interview with Famous Needlework Designer Ikeuchi-san and his Experience in Japan

Hi, A.s.Kitsune here from Taiwan!
In this report, I'd like to introduce the designer Ikeuchi-san who graduated from Japanese Bunka Women’s University and Graduate School, Faculty of Fashion Science. Ikeuchi-san (Real name: Hou Shiyuan) is originally from Taiwan and is currently running his own embroidery design studio in Taipei.

A.s.Kitsune's Taipei Report | Japan｜ Taiwan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Trends｜

2014.07.23

[Report from Kobori in Bangkok] Thailand's Budget Movie Theaters Take to the Stage: Reclaiming Demand

The Thai company Asia Cinema Network has decided on new plans to build budget theaters all across Thailand. Approximately 200 small theaters will be opened with a single admission costing around 30 Baht (approx. 100 yen) .

Kobori 's Bangkok Report | Thailand ｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Anime｜ Trends｜ Movies｜

2014.07.15