It was during this time that the young Nagao also befriended the so-called “Godfather of Harajuku,” Hiroshi Fujiwara. In fact, it was a direct result of the pair’s close friendship that he earned his infamous nickname. “Nigo” translates as “number two” – a reference to the duo’...
Despite anime fans viewing Japan as a wonderland of cosplay and cosplay shops, the practice isn’t acceptable. While Akihbara and Harajuku districts of Tokyo are famous for their daily cosplay and shops, the United States accepts the practice more readily. In fact, Winge (2006) writes: “In...
The new headquarters is used for international conferences and various sports association events, contributing to a better image of Kobe, the "Fashion City." 1985 Lightest Marathon Shoe is Released Release of the world's lightest marathon shoe, weighing 100 g ± 5 g (25.5 cm). ...
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In the middle of the 1970s, when Harajuku became known for its distinct trendiness in the clothes retail sector. In the 1980s, Shibuya’s cool youth first attracted international notice with their audacious fashion choices! Shibuya is home to many information technology companies and to clothes ...
The History of BAPE Haven Neiman What initially began as one of Japan’s best-kept secrets in the most exclusive closed circles has since grown into a globally recognized OG lifestyle brand that has made an undeniable impression on the fashion industry. Born in the heart of Harajuku, Japan,...
It is only 10 years after the opening that Supreme will cross the country to have a point of sale in Los Angeles, in the North Fairfax district.The brand continues its development in Japanwith the opening of stores in Shibuya and Harajuku for Tokyo as well as Nagoya. As James Jebb...
During this period, the most prominent J-pop acts were from the idol world: solo idol acts, like the Harajuku-influenced model Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, and idol groups, like AKB48, which is split into rotating teams and sister groups to allow for simultaneous appearances in multiple locations. 3...
Lolita Fashion Fancier 101 Maison 23 Maxicimam 45 Metamorphose 174 Mezzo Piano 53 MILK 162 Olive 112 Polico 2 PopTeen 248 Pink House 147 Wonderful World 71 Princess Doll 2 Putumayo 13 Putumayo Portfolio at Harajuku & Paris 11 Flyers - 2001 2 Rococo 152 Sampling 26 Ses...
By April 1993, Fujiwara wanted to leverage Goodenough’s success into a proper store, tapping NIGO and Takahashi to openNowhere, a small, log-cabin like boutique located in a then-quiet part of Harajuku, referred to as “Ura-Harajuku.” While the neighborhood’s main thoroughfares had long...