Misako Aoki's Travel Diary from the World of Lolita

2019.03.28

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"Lolita Fashion" is a figurehead of kawaii fashion and the attention it has been gaining is not only limited to Japan, it is a trend that has been making waves throughout the globe. Lolita Fashion first originated in Japan and it has now been decades since it first started to spread overseas. Lolita culture has adapted to suit different cultures and climates across the world and continues to evolve in many different ways. In this series, the charismatic Lolita fashion icon, Misako Aoki introduces us to the various Lolita-inspired events and ocha-kai (tea parties) that are being held in different locations all over the world.

#57 A new form of Lolita cultural diplomacy in 2020
2020 was a year full of changes. Life without travelling abroad continues, and the weekly Lolita fashion cultural diplomacy held overseas had to go digital.
Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜ Art｜
2020.12.24
#56 New life new challenges
The weather has turned cold and winter is coming! I'm now one of the regular models of the magazine "姉ageha (ane ageha)"!
Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2020.11.26
#55 Autumn is the season for Lolita!
The summer heat's finally gone and here comes the season for Lolita fashion! I've reserved lots of new dresses and coats from the autumn/winter collection.
Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2020.10.22
#54 Online tea party and "Lolita fashion diplomacy" on social media
Here comes autumn and the weather is getting cooler! It's time to enjoy Lolita fashion to the fullest♪
Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2020.09.24
#53 Light yourself up by enjoying Lolita fashion this summer!
Here comes summer! I used to attend overseas events every summer but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year's summer is going to be something different.
Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2020.08.27
#52 Afternoon tea is the best way to enjoy Lolita
Despite travel restriction due to the COVID-19 outbreak, I am so happy to see the Lolitas from all around the world through social media, it feels like we are connected to each other!
Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2020.07.23
#51 Enjoy Lolita fashion in the new kind of lifestyle
Since Japan has lifted the state of emergency, many shopping malls, working places and schools are operating as usual again. I wonder how is everyone doing?
Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2020.06.25
#50 How I spend my time at home
How do you spend your free time while staying at home during this pandemic?
Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2020.05.28
#49 I love producing new items! Creating products is so much fun!
Spring has finally arrived! I always want to wear pastel colors during this time of year! I'm sure lots of people have embarked on new challenges since the start of the year!

Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2020.04.28
#48 I'm crazy about classical lolita fashion!
Lots of events were cancelled in March in an effort to prevent the spread of the COVID-19. How's your health? I hope everyone is doing well!
Japan｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2020.03.26
#47 Lolita Fashion Show in Seoul, South Korea
This February, I went to Seoul, South Korea. It had been quite a while since my last visit. Seoul was colder than Tokyo, so I wore a thick coat and a thermal layer underneath to stay warm!
Japan｜ Korea｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2020.03.02
#46 Happy New Year... 2020 is here!
Happy New Year! This is my first article of the year! We have now entered 2020... The year that Tokyo will host the Olympics and Paralympics! The number of international tourists visiting Japan is likely to reach an all time high. It is going to be a great opportunity to showcase lolita fashion to lots of people! I will work even harder to promote lolita fashion and support cultural diplomacy!
Japan｜ China｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2020.01.24
#45 Diversity in the lolita fashion industry and the importance of wigs!
This will be my last article of the year! Thank you so much for reading my articles this past year. Looking back... Going abroad every month has almost become part of my yearly routine!
Japan｜ Other Areas｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2019.12.26
#44 There's been a huge boom in Han-style lolita fashion!
Lolita fashion is experiencing a huge boom in China right now! It has become increasingly popular over the last three to four years! The sight of people walking around in lolita-style outfits is becoming more and more common in cities like Shanghai!
Japan｜ Other Areas｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2019.11.28
#43 I had the chance to visit Colombia! It had been so long since I was last there!
I have taken so many trips to China recently due to the all the interest lolta fashion has been gaining over there. But I had the chance to visit Bogota, Colombia in mid-September. I hadn't been for such a long time. It was the second time I'd been there!
Japan｜ Other Areas｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2019.10.24
#42 Lolita photoshoots in Hangzhou!
I attended so many overseas events during July and August. My schedule was pretty packed. I went abroad every week! They all proved successful and there were no accidents or incidents... What a relief!
Japan｜ China｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2019.09.30
[Misako Aoki's Travel Diary from the World of Lolita] #41 "2019 Summer": I want to cherish this time and continue challenging myself!
It has been a hot Summer and we have experienced quite a few typhoons! I regularly go abroad and frequently fly, so I always keep an eye on the weather forecast to find-out if any typhoons are expected! It has become a regular concern. It is kind of like an occupational hazard!
Japan｜ China｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2019.08.22
#40 Lolita fasion popularity in China and my first experience in Han-style clothes!
It's now July and it feels like Summer is finally here! The Summer months are quite tricky for lolita fashion enthusiasts as we usually wear layers of panier to add volume to our outfits. We have to really fight against the heat!
Japan｜ China｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2019.07.25
#39 Participating at lolita events in Shanghai and Fuzhou - Reconfirming the scale of China's lolita boom!
We are now entered June, which means that rainy season is just about to start! The weather can get a bit gloomy, so why not put on some kawaii clothes and cheerful outfits to help raise your spirits! Sunshade umbrella that are decorated with frilly lace always make me feel better!
Japan｜ China｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2019.06.27
#38 The age of social media... Creating connections all over the world! I'm now using the Chinese version of TikTok!
Golden Week has finished and the weather is starting to get warmer as we move into the Summer months! I took four days off during Golden Week and went to Bangkok!
Japan｜ China｜ Thailand ｜ INTERVIEW / SERIALS｜ Fashion｜ Gourmet｜ Event Reports｜ Talent/Idol｜
2019.05.23

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Misako Aoki
Lolita model, nurse, and President of the Japan Lolita Association

Models for KERA and the GOTHIC & LOLITA BIBLE while also working as a nurse. Was appointed as a Kawaii Ambassador (Lolita Fashion Representative) by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2009. Has visited and attended events in over 30 cities across 20 countries and regions. Now has countless overseas fans.

Involved in setting up the Japan Lolita Association, has released "Lolita Fashion Book," has also worked in the development and promotion of new products. Contributes to activities that promote Lolita Fashion.

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