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  • Takemoto Novala

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    Last weekend’s ASAHI SHIMBUN sees an article on Takemoto Novala, author of the book SHIMOTSUMA MONOGATARI (English title is to be KAMIKAZE GIRLS), that was recently made into a film starring idol Fukada Kyoko (and Patrick quite liked it). “It didn’t mean I wanted to become a girl. Simply put, I wasn’t interested in stuff…

  • Paper Sky 10

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    I just picked up the new issue of PAPER SKY (10), although there’s still no mention of it on their site. The cover story hits close to home as it covers the city of Toronto (in case you didn’t know, I’m Canadian), with a focus on its cosmopolitan nature. Reminds me also that I still…

  • TSiG

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    Some cool ads that Jesper created for Tokyo Style in Gothenburg. I love the use of Brockmann figures for models. Also, the TSiG blogs should be launching very, very soon, so stay tuned for more news on that. And be sure to check out the updated site for Jesper’s design company, Next Century Modern. They’re…

  • OK Fred 4 Launch Party

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    It’s just been announced on Robert’s blog that the launch party for the fourth issue of OK FRED will be happening August 21 at the NTT InterCommunication Center, and there will be performances by him and Momus (and sound art by Mathieu Briand). The party is free, and it will be from 6 to 9.

  • Magazine Sales

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    Since there seems to be a demand for it, I’ve decided to start taking orders for the Japanese magazines I mention on this site (or any Japanese magazine for that matter). If interested, contact me with what you want, and your postal address, and I’ll let you know how much it’ll cost, and send it…

  • Placard

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    Robert (or is that DJ Milquetoast) will be participating in Placard#7, the international headphonic music festival. The thing takes place August 7 and 8 in Yoyogi park. Momus, who is presently being VICE magazine’s Gavin McInnes city guide/date, will also be at the festival. Also looking forward to the karaoke shindig that Robert will be…

  • You the Rock Versus Fantastic Plastic Machine

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    Right now I’m enjoying the brand new single by You the Rock, featuring Fantastic Plastic Machine, “Grand Master Fresh Pt. 2.” The second track, called “Grand Master Fresh Pt. 1,” features a performance with Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra. I’m mostly a fan of You the Rock because of his weekly TV appearances on CDTV UNDERGROUND,…

  • Rise X

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    I quickly mentioned the new Rise X theatre the other day, but here’s a bit more info from REALTOKYO. On Saturday, July 10, Shibuya witnessed the birth of another unique alternative theatre: XIANG’S B., the bar in the basement of Cinema Rise, reincarnated as RISE X, a mini theatre specializing in digital film. Director Oku…

  • Mind Game

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    I know next to nothing about this new animated film called MIND GAME, only that it opens soon, and the it seems to be some sort of anthology featuring lots of different styles of animation. More info, and a trailer, at the official site. I took this pic in the basement of Shibuya Parco last…

  • Mperia Loves Midori

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    This weeks top tracks at Mperia. 1. RazorBladeKisses – “A Death in The Dollhouse” 2. RazorBladeKisses – “Lure of The Temptress (Pairikas)” 3. Chion Wolf – “Sing Swan Songs” 4. RazorBladeKisses – “Illusions” 5. Darby O’Gill and the Little People – “Gates of Hell” 6. Chion Wolf – “valentine’s day” 7. midori hirano – “another…