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Volume 44. Issue #284
Contents |
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| 1. Tokyo Journal Editorial Inside this issue |
11. Crafting Enchanting Worlds / 夢の世界をつくる Yoichi Nishikawa’s journey as a Studio Ghibli background artist /スタジオジブリの背景美術を手がける 94 Wagyu Steak Don 西川洋一の軌跡 |
| 2. Takayama Matsuri / 高山祭 Spring and autumn festivals /春の祭りと秋の祭り |
12. Takayama and Nakasendo / 高山と中山道 History & tradition of Gifu Prefecture / 岐阜県の歴史と伝統 |
| 3. Gifu’s Lodgings / 岐阜県の宿泊施設 Hotels near Takayama’s festivals /「高山祭」にアクセスしやすい |
13. US Sumo Open / 全米相撲オープン Bringing sumo to the world / 相撲を世界へ |
| 4. Carlos Rosario / カルロス・ロサリオ Costume Designer for FX’s SHOGUN / 『SHOGUN 将軍』衣装デザイナー |
14. Tale of Kenji / "光るケンジ” Japanese comedian TAMUKEN / 日本のお笑い芸人 タムケン |
| 5.Actor Takaaki Hirakawa / バイリンガル俳優 平川貴彬が語る Bilingual actor’s journey to SHOGUN / SHOGUN 将軍』への道 |
15. Rising Star James Phoon / 期待の新人 ジェームズ・フン 劇場から Netflix ヒット作『ブリジャートン家』へ |
| 6. Moeka Hoshi / 穂志もえか Playing Usami Fuji in FX’s SHOGUN/ 『SHOGUN 将軍』宇佐美藤を演じて |
16. Yurino Niyama / 丹山結梨乃 A ballet journey from Japan to the United State / 日本からアメリカへ バレエダンサーの挑戦 |
| 7. Shohei’s New Spokesperson / 大谷翔平の新たなスポークスパーソン The voice of Shohei / 『本当の “声” |
17. J-Flicks in the USA / 日本映画・イン・アメリカ U.S. releases of Japanese films / 全米で公開中の日本発映画 |
| 8. The King of Kawaii / キング・オブ・カワイイ Sebastian Masuda’s world of kawaii / 増田セバスチャンの “カワイイ” 世界 |
18. Chu-hi / チューハイ Japan’s original cocktail / 日本のカクテル |
| 9. A Providence Called ’Setback’/ 「挫折」という配剤 Zen Wind from Tasaka Juku /田坂塾の『叡智の風』 |
19. Wagyu Steak Don / 和牛ステーキ丼 Yumiko's Homecooking / ユミコのホームクッキング |
| 10. Photographer Hiroyuki Suzuki / 写真家 鈴木弘之 Fujisan: Sacred place &source of artistic inspiration / 富士山―信仰の対象と芸術の源泉 |
20. Karuta / カルタ Traditional Japanese card game /日本の伝統的カードゲーム |
Volume 43. Issue #283
Contents |
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| 1. Tokyo Journal Editorial Inside this issue |
11. Sumo + Sushi / 相撲+寿司 Former sumo champion Konishiki introduces sumo to the world / 元大関小錦が相撲を世界に発信 |
| 2. Okayama’s Naked Man Festival / 岡山の裸祭り Saidai-ji Eyo Hadaka Matsuri / 西大寺会陽 |
12. Sake & Shochu / 日本酒と焼酎 Warm comfort in the wintertime / 癒やされる冬の温かい飲みもの / |
| 3. Okayama Hotels / 岡山県の宿泊施設 Hotels near the Hadaka Matsuri / 西大寺会陽開催地近郊 |
13. Famous Bento Box: Chocolate Soufflé / 人気の弁当箱デザート:チョコレートスフレ Acclaimed Chef Nobu Matsushisa’s recipe / 世界的シェフ 松久信幸のレシピ |
| 4. Shohei Ohtani / 大谷翔平 A seven-decade secret: Why Shohei was destined for the Dodgers / 大谷翔平 70 年の秘密:大谷翔平、ドジャース入りの必然 |
14. Fukuoka’s Food Culture: Tonkotsu Ramen / 福岡の食文化:とんこつラーメン A guide to Fukuoka's ramen scene / 福岡のラーメンガイド |
| 5. Peter O’Malley / ピーター・オマリー The legendary former owner of the L.A. Dodgers / ロサンゼルス・ドジャース伝説の元オーナー |
15. Katsu Curry Recipe / カツカレーのレシピ Yumiko’s Home Cooking / ユミコのホームクッキング |
| 6. ATARASHII GAKKO! / 新しい学校のリーダーズ Taking their message of individual expression global / 自己表現メッセージを世界に |
16. Spearfishing Guinness World Record Holder Kunpei Kosaka / スピアフィッシング世界記録保持者 小坂薫平i Going beyond the world record / 世界記録の先へ |
| 7. Award-winning Film Director Hirokazu Kore-eda / 受賞映画監督 是枝裕和 Crafting emotion and complexity in Monster / 『怪物』における感情と複雑さの描写 |
17. Japanese Traditional Signature Seals / 日本の伝統 “ハンコ” Gaining popularity with foreign visitors / 外国人観光客に人気 |
| 8. Award-winning Screenplay Writer Yuji Sakamoto / 受賞脚本家 坂本裕二 From television to the Cannes Film Awards / テレビからカンヌ国際映画祭へ |
18. Tokyo Grand Tea Ceremony / 東京大茶会 Major event in Japan’s traditional tea ceremony culture / 日本の伝統文化「茶道」の一大イベント |
| 9.JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles / ジャパン・ハウス ロサンゼルス Curating Japanese experiences in Hollywood /ハリウッドで日本体験をキュレート |
19. Budo ét Mode / 武道とモード Photographer Hiroyuki Suzuki’s Japanese samurai spirit experience / 写真家 鈴木宏之のサムライ魂体験 |
| 10.Courage of ‘fluctuation’ / 「ゆらぎ」の勇気 Zen Wind from Tasaka Juku / 田坂塾からの禅の風 |
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Volume 43. Issue #282
Contents |
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| 1. Tokyo Journal Editorial (二ヵ国語) Inside this issue |
15. Olympic Gold Medalist Ryo Kiyuna Calmness and gratitude |
| 2. YOSHIKI Makes History in Hollywood (二ヵ国語) Immortalized at TCL Chinese Theatre |
16. Karate Master Tomohiro Arashiro Helping to introduce karate to the U.S. |
| 3. Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri (二ヵ国語) Osaka’s thrilling festival |
17.Grandmaster Minobu Miki 1st person outside Japan with 8th-Degree Black Belt |
| 4. Hotels in the Kansai Region (二ヵ国語) Easy access to the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri |
18. Fumio Demura (1938-2023) A martial arts legend remembered |
| 5. Konamon (二ヵ国語) Kansai’s tasty cuisine |
19. Opportunity Called “Difficulty” (二ヵ国語) Zen wind from Tasaka Juku |
| 6. Takoyaki Recipe Yumiko’s homecooking |
20. Photographer Hiroyuki Suzuki Inspiring beauty within bleak realities |
| 7. Squid Pasta with Light Garlic Sauce Acclaimed Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s recipe |
21. Hotels on the U.S. East Coast Washington, D.C., New York, Philadelphia, Boston & Montreal hotels |
| 8. Sake vs. Wine Fundamentals of food pairings |
22. Actor Yuya Yagira From Cannes Best Actor winner to Disney+ horror sensation |
| 9.Japan’s Kanzume Culture (二ヵ国語) Canned food is no longer simple stock food |
23. Miho Hazama Grammy-nominated composer on tour |
| 10.Gyokusen High-end suit brand & Japanese-French restaurant |
24. American Idol Alum Ava August The next stage in her career |
| 11. Japan’s Adaptive Fashion(二ヵ国語) Current trends on the catwalk |
25. Travel to Hollywood with Diamond Yukai Celebrity hotel review |
| 12. Actor Shin Koyamada The way of life through karate |
26. Tokyo Pop Pops in 4K Bubble-era Tokyo’s pop culture |
| 13. Elisa Au Three-time World Karate Champion |
27. The Bay City Rollers in Japan Bob Gruen’s photo retrospective |
| 14. U.S. Karate Olympian Sakura Kokumai From the karate dojo to the Tokyo Olympics |
28. Plus-Size Beauty Icon Yumi Nu Revamping Japan’s beauty standards |
Vidcon 2016
VidCon 2016
The Premier Gathering of Video Creators and Influencers
The Premier Gathering of Video Creators and Influencers
VidCon 2016, the renowned annual convention celebrating the world of online video and digital content, proved to be a melting pot of creativity, innovation, and inspiration. The 7th annual Vidcon took place at the Anaheim Convention Center in Orange County, California from June 23-25, 2016.
From comedy and music to advocacy and storytelling, the event showcased the diverse talents and insights of some of the most prominent figures in the digital content world. VidCon continues to serve as a platform for creators, enthusiasts, and industry professionals to connect, learn, and shape the future of online video and digital media. With its unwavering commitment to fostering community and celebrating creativity, VidCon remains an unmissable event for anyone passionate about the dynamic world of online content creation. As attendees flocked to the conference, they were treated to a diverse lineup of speakers. Here are some of the notable speakers who graced the VidCon 2016 stages.
Adachi Gakuen International Art Contest
Adachi Gakuen International Art Contest
3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica, CA
In November 2021, the Adachi Gakuen International Art Contest was held through a virtual streaming event featuring design students of Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, and Kyushu Designer Gakuin Colleges from Japan, along with students from California State University Long Beach and the ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena. Finalists of the contest had their art publicly displayed along the 3rd Street Promenade near Wilshire Blvd. in Santa Monica, California in one of the most prestigious walking areas of Los Angeles.
Japan’s Newest & Most Innovative Hotels
Japan’s Newest & Most Innovative Hotels
– Opened between 2020 and 2021 –
While the world was struggling with the spread of COVID-19, numerous hotels were opening in Japan. Many of these hotels and inns were being prepared for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games in anticipation of a deluge of overseas visitors. However, the postponement of the Olympic and Paralympic Games for a year due to the pandemic put the country’s tourism and hotel industries in a difficult economic position. Despite this challenge, the innovative ideas and the desire to start new businesses persisted, and many of the hotels were nevertheless opened for business. The following are some of the most interesting hotels that opened their doors between 2020 and 2021. They’re well worth the visit to discover Japanese culture and the charm of these hotels.
Volume 42. Issue #281
Contents |
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| 1. Tokyo Journal Editorial (二ヵ国語) Inside this issue |
13. Mizuhiki (二ヵ国語) Handcrafting rope with a wish for your gift |
| 2. Onbashira (二ヵ国語) The most dangerous festival in Japan |
14. Pritzker Laureate Shigeru Ban A humanitarian architect |
| 3. Nagano Nostalgia Historian Peters Grilli recounts his travels |
15. Two Stonecutters (二ヵ国語) Zen wind from Tasaka Juku |
| 4. Kyary Pamyu Pamyu (二ヵ国語) Queen of kawaii headlines Coachella in California |
16. Philip Kotler, the Father of Marketing Marketing master shares his insight |
| 5. Shohei Ohtani (二ヵ国語) Japan’s gift to America |
17. Mixed Methods Research Pioneer Dr. John Creswell blazing new trails in research |
| 6. The Westin Anaheim Resort Look into Disneyland from this 4-star resort |
18. More Travels with Tani The late Donald Richie’s travels to Sado |
| 7. Gastronomic Sake Cuisine compatibility |
19. Great Japanese Hotels to Visit After COVID-19 (二ヵ国語) Travel destinations that opened during the pandemic |
| 8. Nobu Sashimi Salad with Matsuhisa Dressing Acclaimed Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s recipe |
20. International Art Contest (二ヵ国語) Japanese college art on display in Santa Monica, California |
| 9. Sticky Ribs Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s recipe |
21. Mondo Grosso DJ Shinichi Osawa collabs with Ryuichi Sakamoto & more |
| 10. Michelin-Starred Sushi Kimura Singapore’s sushi chef Tomoo Kimura |
22. I Love Dance (二ヵ国語) Fashion designer Junko Koshino’s ode to dance |
| 11. Ponzu (二ヵ国語) The tangy sauce and its unique ingredients |
23. Tokyo Pop and Carrie Hamilton Legendary photographer Bob Gruen’s Japan pics |
| 12. Yakisoba Home cooking recipe for stir-fried noodles |
24. Putting on a Happy Face (二ヵ国語) Japanese music fans discover Jagwar Twin |
Product Reviews: Staying at Home in Style
Product Reviews: Staying at Home in Style
Rolling with Rola in L.A.
Rolling with Rola in L.A.
Fashion model, TV talent, actress, and singer Rola has one of the largest social media followings of any Japanese celebrity.