[ICON] Sebastian Masuda – On a mission to bring Harajuku Kawaii Culture to the world

We talk Sebastian, the art director and producer of 6%DOKIDOKI about the beginnings and direction of HARAJUKU KAWAII culture.

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2012.11.02

#23 The Nation's 'Moe' Characters Assemble for the "Moe 1 Grand Prix" in Akihabara

Without a doubt, the Japanese word to spread throughout the world more than any other in the 21st century would have to be "kawaii," but there's also another word which is fast converging on globalization in its own right. That word is "moe."

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2012.10.30

[ICON] ☆Taku Takahashi - DJ, Producer, Visionary

The music scene in Asia vs. the current situation in Japan. Talking music and club culture with multi-talented DJ, m-flo member and block.fm producer, ☆Taku Takahashi.

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2012.09.25

Hello…Steamed Meat Bun!?

This is one meat bun that looks too cute to eat! It’s Hello Kitty’s birthday on October 16, and to celebrate Japanese convenience chain Circle K and Sankusu have devised their own ‘nikuman’ (steamed meat bun) homage to the famous feline.

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2012.08.27

[ICON] Yamamoto Kansai – Beyond the bounds of designer to become a world renowned multi talented producer

Yamamoto Kansai has firmly established himself as a fashion designer by being the first Japanese to hold a fashion show in London and also participating in the Paris and New York Collections.

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2012.07.27

FUKUOKA FASHION SNAPS ～asianbeat edition～

This snap is took by editorial department of asianbeat edition. Here is many hot people!!

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2012.07.24

FUKUOKA FASHION SNAPS -CHINA S Cawaii! EDITION-

This snap is took by editorial department of S Cawaii! China edition. Here is many hot people!!

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2012.07.17

Japan's 47 Prefectures Dogified!! "47 Prefecture Dogs"

You don't have to be a dog lover to like this anime! Japan's 47 prefectures get a canine makeover in the flash animation short "47 Prefecture Dogs."

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2012.07.16

FUKUOKA FASHION SNAPS -THAILAND S Cawaii! EDITION-

March 25, 2012 FACo(Fukuoka Asia Collection)2012 was held.This snap is took by editorial department of S Cawaii! Thailand edition.
Here is many hot people!!

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2012.07.09

FUKUOKA FASHION SNAPS -TAIWAN GLAMOROUS EDITION-

March 25, 2012 FACo(Fukuoka Asia Collection)2012 was held.This snap is took by editorial department of GLAMOROUS Taiwan edition.
Here is many hot people!!

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2012.07.03

“cool japan mag!” – it’s all things Jpop culture, it’s free and it’s out now!

It has just recently been announced that otaku university student and good friend of asianbeat, “Misamisa,” will be distributing her free paper, “cool japan mag!” to 15 countries and regions around the world!

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2012.06.21

"ii ne!" Facebook and the infamous "Like" button

With this many "likes" you know they must be doing something right! Top 10 "Like" ranking of Japanese sites made for foreign audiences.

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2012.05.17

Nemu Yumemi presents How to "Wotagei" 2012

Learn how to "Wotagei" like a pro with Akihabara idol Nemu Yumemi! Plus all the key terms and info on the "wota" phenomenon!

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2012.05.08

[ICON] DANCEROID - The Next Wave of Pop Idols Born of a New Generation

DANCEROID was formed to dance on the Nico Nico Douga video site category “Odotte-mita” (I tried this dance). So just how did these girls rise to Nico Nico Douga fame and what does the future hold in store for them? Read on!

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2012.05.01

[ICON] FPM Tanaka Tomoyuki - A DJ Making His Mark on the World Stage

DJ FPM has performed on the international stage playing in more than 50 cities all over the world. We talked to him about his career, perspectives and future direction.

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2012.04.17

[ICON] Yonehara Yasumasa - Cheki Wielding Photographer and Spokesman for Youth Culture

Yasumasa Yonehara has built a career for himself taking photos of girls and his ability is recognized world wide. How did he get to be where he is today and what are his thoughts on the present day Japan? Read on!

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2012.04.12

Kyara-ben to appear in high school English text books!

Culture Watch: bringing you the latest news and gossip in Japanese pop-culture! Japan’s “kawaii” culture has drawn the attention of people all over the world and is now set to make an appearance in high school text books!

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2012.04.12

FACo Spring-Summer 2012

Culture Watch: bringing you the latest news and gossip in Japanese pop-culture! Fukuoka fashion on show - FACo - Fukuoka Asia Collection 2012

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2012.03.28

[ICON] Kyary Pamyu Pamyu – The Harajuku Girl Setting the World on Fire

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu has become a phenomenon as a model for the "Harajuku fashion", while at the same time writing a uniquely expressive blog.From last year she has started her musical career, the lead track “PONPONPON” was released to the world via the iTune®Store and YouTube, and her influence has spread throughout the globe.

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2012.02.07

A Happy New Year 2012!

New Year's greetings from asianbeat.

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2012.01.01