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Hunk Dory Osaka
Sweatpants are one of those trends I've never given much thought about getting behind, basically an instant "nah." Leave it to Japanese styling to make me reconsider how I feel about 'em, both outfits are something I could see myself wearing and especially the later pair in brown that could easily pass for trousers. So now that I am convinced that they can be worn well, will I run out and get a pair? That's the tricky part. -Bob
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Sally Scott
Sally Scott's persona shifts with the seasons. In spring she's cute as pie and in fall, don't mess with her. Seasons aside, she always looks smoking. - Nadia
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Comme Des Garcons Jewel Zip Wallet
These Comme Des Garçons Jewel Zip Wallets make us extremely happy. They remind us of bright flashing stage lights at a show—it's like having a constant party in your bag!
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Jouetie S/S 2012
I always manage to fall head over heels for these super cool Japanese brands that I will never get my hands on! Right now I am currently obsessing over Jouetie's spring/summer "punk rock Bad Angel"-themed collection. I loved all of it down to the candy-colored hair and high-top sneakers. - Hazel
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Tread On Me
Show some national pride by wrapping your bike wheels with some patriotic tires from Innova. The German tires seems the least likely to show signs of wear due to the black center stripe but I'm sure Old Glory won't mind as long as you ride with pride. -Bob
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Pictures
For all our readers over in Tokyo, we have a very special event for you! PICTURES, curated by Ken Miller, opens Monday, November 7, from 6-8pm at Diptrics (6-5-45 Minami Aoyama Minato-ku). This event is close to our hearts because it features works from Marcelo Gomes and Sam Falls, two photographers who have worked with us in the past. Tanoshimou ne!
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Kashimax Aero
Brighten up your bike with a funky patterned saddle by Kashimax. If you're on a city cruiser you might want to look elsewhere, the shape is more catered to an aggressive road or track bike. -Bob
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Soft Machine Reaper Rug
I have never seen something as killer as this Reaper rug from Soft Machine that I wanted this badly for my house. Right at the top of my list next to a taxidermy Kangaroo. X - Jen
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R by 45rpm
I really love the lookbooks that Japanese brand R by 45rpm does every season, the photography is always very simple and the models are normal people which is something I don't see quite enough of. See the rest of the lookbook here. -Bob
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Beams+
Fun socks from Japanese brand Beams Plus in time for the upcoming Autumn weather; they'd look great popping out of pretty much any shoe, boot, or sneaker. I can't even remember the last time I wore full length socks but I'm definitely ready for the mercury to drop. -Bob
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Syrup
We would like to have everything in Syrup's catalog, including that crazy hair and that tasty eclair.
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Disco Nails
Disco Nails is a nail salon in Shibuya, Japan where all of your wildest nail dreams come true. Aren't those Daniel Johnston nails the best thing you've EVER seen?! - Hazel
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Ayamé Socks
Do you know what you need in your life? More socks! Japanese brand Ayamé makes super colorful and cute socks and stockings. Your feet will look the coolest they've ever looked in their life. - Hazel
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Nathalie Daoust "Frozen in Time"
5 Pieces Gallery just announced new releases from Nathalie Daoust's "Frozen in Time" series– a limited edition run of 25 signed prints of each work will be available.
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Cookie Boy
Spend time as a textile designer and you'll end up as a baker– at least that's the career path of Cookie Boy, who now bakes cookie giraffes, cameras, feathers and mustaches from his studio in Japan.
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Banzai Tiger Jacket
If you like this tiger-faced jacket, you'll have to wait. It's only available here, but its designer– Yoruko Banzai, promises he's "roaring towards large projects" soon. He said it, not us.
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Anrealage A/W 2011-12 Collection
Pixels galore at Anrealage's latest presentation for Japan Fashion Week. [Via Designboom]
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A Butterfly's Eye View
Eiji Watanabe painstakingly cut out and released thousands of paper butterflies from their field guide textbooks, pinning them to the walls of his new exhibit at Kenji Taki Gallery, "A Butterfly's Eye View." (Via Colossal)
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Remain in Balance
Steven Harrington will show 15 new sculptures, 20 screen prints and a photo wall during "Remain in Balance" at BeamsT in Harajuka, Japan from May 17 through June 6. Proceeds from all artworks sold will be donated to help tsunami victims.
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Hysteric Glamour x Pendleton Blanket
Are there even words for how sick this Hysteric Glamour x Pendleton blanket is!? Talk about a solid investment piece– you're gonna have this one til you're on your [really awesome looking] deathbed. X - Jen
