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Month: December 2006

  • Epson Color Imaging Contest 2006

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    Earlier this week, I stopped by Spiral in Aoyama to have a look at the “Epson Color Imaging Contest 2006” (it’s now over). Judges for the contest included Shinya Fujiwara, Daido Moriyama, and Taku Sato. There was a rather nice collection of work on display, including some attractive books.

  • It’s Her Thing

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    Megumi may be looking like she’s none too happy, but that has to be the best color combination I’ve seen on one of PMKFA‘s IT’S OUR THING tees yet. Unfortunately, it’s limited to only 4 copies, but at least there’s news that a second collection will come out within the next couple of months, of…

  • Moku Moku Yu Baths

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    Dezeen has news, and a few images, of Klein Dytham Architecture‘s new Moku Moku Yu baths.

  • PingMag’s Christmas Buying Guide

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    Still not done with your Christmas shopping? PingMag comes up with some last-minute suggestions to help save the day.

  • Rodion Stickers

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    A look at some of the Radiodd stickers you get with Rodion’s new 12″ release, ALATA RIDE EP. More photos and details can be found on Patrick’s blog.

  • Palla at PingMag

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    PingMag interviews Osaka-based artist Kazuhiko Kawahara, aka Palla.

  • This Week in Magazines

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    PEN (190) gets traditional with a look at the design that surrounds the Japanese tea ceremony, including coverage of the material used, and of course a survey of tearooms. It’s also nice to see that the designer profile for the issue is Yoshino Fukuma of Ten-Sen. I first met her last year at the inaugural…

  • Whiskey Bon Bon a Go Go!

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    Craig Mod plays the role of the serious book designer by day, but at night, the wildman comes out as drummer of Whiskey Bon Bon, playing a mix of dirty rock/jazz this side of Tom Waits. Next up for the band are a couple of shows next week, first an all-night event at Shibuya JZ…