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3 min read Japan is known for its rich cultural history and world-renowned craftsmanship. It continues to attract a high number of tourists, with over four million foreign travellers exploring what the country has to offer within the first three months of 2023 alone. As one of the most innovative and forward-thinking nations in the world, Japan’s artistry extends to its fashion industry, most notably in eyewear. Japan has deep roots when it comes to spectacles. The first pair of frames produced in the country came from a factory in Fukui, where 97% of Japan’s glasses still come ..read more

5 min read Explore traditional and contemporary Japanese arts & crafts, culture and food, and find unique and authentic gifts for Christmas! YOKIMONO (よきもの, meaning ‘good things’ in Japanese) Market is a Japanese-themed market and cultural event in East London. Traders will be offering; delicious Japanese food, sweets and tea, vintage kimono, ceramics and other handcrafts, illustrations, stationery, clothing, jewellery and much much more – made in Japan or produced by Japanese artists in London. As well as a wide variety of market stalls, there will be live performan ..read more

7 min read An Introduction To Shimokitazawa If you know Shimokitazawa, you know Shimokitazawa. Oftentimes, Tokyo is portrayed as a city of monotony that goes about life – and fashion – in a bland and suppressed style. But is that true? Lying just west of Shibuya, Shimokitazawa is situated in Kitazawa, in the district ward of Setagaya. The name is derived from the word for ‘bottom’ or ‘under’ (下 – ‘shita’) and the district name, Kitazawa.   Known predominantly for its hip style, vintage fashion and trend-setting abilities, Shimokitazawa is really one of those areas of Tokyo you just ca ..read more

6 min read In the modern society of the 20th century, formal fashion was a significant part in perpetuating the ideas of gender boundaries. Back then, this was more evident in businesswear, which possesses inherent values and influences that correspond to cultural norms found in the West such as professionalism and individualism. Traditional gender norms and stereotypes were strengthened by marketing strategies, consumer behaviour, and social expectations. However, as people challenged these distinctions through self-expression and cultural intersection, fashion had the potential to be a t ..read more