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domingo, 31 de mayo de 2020

Exercise your English and your toilet humor with Benza English

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J ShannonEven if you speak just English or Japanese, you just have to laugh. You might remember The Benza, a toilet-seat themed comedy that launched the careers of a cast of foreign talent living in Japan. The series, produced on a shoestring budget, features main characters Chris and Kyle as they go through rites of passage that […]

Minnesota riots prompt people in Japan to protest against racial profiling by police【Videos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J SoraNews24Shibuya protest comes eight days after a foreigner was filmed being detained by police on the road in Tokyo. As people around the U.S. come out in protest against the death of George Floyd on 25 May by a police officer in Minneapolis, here in Japan tensions are rising following an incident many are condemning […]

Japanese politicians want to make walking while looking at your smartphone illegal

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelNew law would require that you be immobile when looking at your mobile phone. Back in January, researchers working for the city of Yamato, Kanagawa Prefecture, went out to two stations in town, Yamato Station and Chuo-Rinkan Station, to do some people watching. At each station, they waited for 6,000 people to pass by, then […]

Japanese pro wrestler wows the Internet with her powerful, muscular… cooking videos!

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyBody-slam your way to better, cuter baking with Yoshiko’s kawaii home-cooked dishes. Yoshiko is a professional female wrestler. With her shock of bright blonde hair, characteristic sneer, and booming voice, she cuts an imposing figure whenever she enters the ring and has an aggressive repertoire of taunts and jeers to psyche out her opponents. ▼ […]

Japanese Fashion Stylist w/ Chanel Logo Chain Face Mask, Christian Dior Tote Bag & Dr. Martens in Harajuku

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Tatsuya is a Japanese fashion stylist we met on the street in Harajuku.

His look features a Chanel logo face mask with an oversized black chain, sunglasses, a polka dot blazer, button up shirt, zipper pants, Dr. Martens boots, and a Christian Dior logo tote bag.

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Dating simulator lets players know exact moment virtual girlfriends will disappear this summer

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelEnjoy your summer of love, LovePlus Every fans, because it’ll be your last. Dating simulators are a dime a dozen in the Japanese video game industry, and in almost all of them, the story comes to a close once the player and his chosen object of affection confess their feelings to one another. “I…I think […]

Ibaraki Airport mulls name change to “Tokyo Ibaraki Airport” despite not being in Tokyo

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterWhat could possibly go wrong? A common situation when visiting or living in other countries is having to talk about where you come from. Unless you happen to be from one of the handful of major metropolises in the world, chances are people abroad will never have heard of your particular hometown. One way around […]

Japanese teen boy picks worst woman to randomly ask if she wants to make an adult video

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey Baseel”I thought I’d do her a favor,” he says after approaching a woman who’s skilled with handcuffs, but not because she likes to get kinky. Last Monday afternoon, a 17-year-old Japanese boy, who we’ll call “Taro,” was on the streets of Fukuoka’s downtown Batamachi neighborhood. Not unusually for a guy his age, he was scanning […]

sábado, 30 de mayo de 2020

We buy a Japanese robo girl to pour drinks for us to enjoy while taking a bath【Video】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelReplica of popular swimsuit model/actress means we never have to bathe or drink alone. Our Japanese-language reporter Masanuki Sunakoma has been spending a lot of time in the bath recently. Cleanliness is important, after all, and it’s not like he’s had a whole lot else to do while staying at home during the coronavirus outbreak. […]

Harajuku Stylist in Belted Pink Blazer, Face Mask, Ruffle Top, Tiered Skirt & White Platform Heels

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Pio is a Tokyo-based freelance stylist who we often see around the streets of Harajuku. She was the first person we street snapped after our two month break during the Tokyo lockdown of 2020.

Pio is wearing a belted pink blazer from Focused over a thrift store ruffle top, vintage tiered skirt, and white platform boots. Her face mask is from ACDC Rag in Harajuku.

Follow Pio on Instagram or Twitter for more of her styling and fashion design.

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Japanese worker gets asked by boss to stay after tele-meeting for surprisingly cute reason

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Scott WilsonYet another benefit of working from home. Social distancing has caused many to perform activities over the Internet that used to be face-to-face. Everything from graduation ceremonies to flower-viewing parties to everyday meetings at work. And while having virtual meetings has brought with it some difficulties, it has also brought plenty of unexpected benefits as […]

Rejoice, EarthBound fans! New official tribute comic “Pollyanna” set to debut in mid-June

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J tsaiingI believe a dream can still come true. Why shouldn’t I believe the same in you? The Mother franchise, more well-known as EarthBound for fans in the West, has long remained a cult classic. With its goofy undertones, semi-satirical takes on the JRPG genre, and its distinctive style which tests the boundaries of imagination and […]

Japanese Twitter revels in the wholesome, blurry hilarity of this daughter’s photo of her dad

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyInstead of catching his good side, she turned him into a beautiful blur. Is there anything cuter than when little kids get really enthusiastic about their parents’ hobbies? You can try to cultivate interests in your kids early on, but hearing them express “I want to try that too!” by themselves is a sure-fire way […]

viernes, 29 de mayo de 2020

Mini samurai sword scissors are here to help you slice paper and plastic foes to pieces【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelThis is how Oda Nobunada and the Shinsengumi would remove the tags from their T-shirts. Back in Japan’s feudal period, a samurai never left home without his sword. It was a violent era, and there was no telling when he might be forced to defend his life or honor with cold steel. Nowadays, though, when […]

Boy cries tears of joy after eating McDonald’s for the first time since lockdown began [Video]

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katie PaskNine-year-old boy gives a new meaning to the term ‘Happy Meal’! Many of us have had to adapt our eating patterns since the outbreak of coronavirus. Some people have started getting creative in the kitchen, cooking up things they’d never dream to make before the pandemic hit. For those who miss meals from their favourite […]

During trying times, receive comfort and advice from Boss coffee’s poster boy Tommy Lee Jones

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Eli PangNo, Elvis is not dead. He just went home to shelter in place. While Western audiences may know Tommy Lee Jones best for his titular performance as K in the Men in Black franchise, in Japan he’s also well-known for appearing in a series of commercials since 2006 for Suntory’s Boss coffee brand. Dubbed “Uchuujin […]

Retro Tokyo Street Style w/ Blunt Pageboy Hairstyle, Vintage Belted Leather Coat, Hugo Boss, DKNY & Balenciaga Boots

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Here’s Ryoki, the 19-year-old Japanese model we regularly feature on our Harajuku street snaps.

This evening, Ryoki – sporting a blunt pageboy hairstyle – is clad in a vintage leather belted coat with a fur lapel, which he wore over a Hugo Boss shirt styled with a mint green striped necktie. DKNY checkered pants, brown Balenciaga chelsea boots and a clear umbrella are the finishing touches to his retro vintage look.

Ryoki mentioned that he loves listening to the music of Queen and The Beatles. Follow Ryoki on Instagram for more of his fashion.

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Even Gundam not immune to coronavirus as pandemic cancels moving life-size statue’s preview event

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelSorry, Gundam won’t be seeing you this summer. Though things are slowly starting to get back to normal in Japan, the effects of the coronavirus pandemic are going to linger at least throughout the summer. Mt. Fuji is closed for the entire climbing season, for example, and now comes sad news for fans of anime […]

Katana that shoot flames are real in amazing Japanese artist’s video series【Videos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelSwords that slash with arcs of fire are possible in real life, and awesome. So by this point, I think we’re all in agreement that katana are pretty cool, right? However, there’s a bit of a problem that sometimes dulls their awesomeness. For a lot of us growing up in the modern era, we’ve grown up […]

New conspiracy theory emerges that Shinzo Abe is legendary yokai Amabie

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterAlright, now hear me out on this one… In early March of this year, an often overlooked traditional Japanese monster known as a “yokai” became an overnight sensation for its purported ability to ward off epidemics. Named Amabie, it once told a human in 1846 that if an epidemic were to ever break out, then […]

jueves, 28 de mayo de 2020

Makoto Shinkai fixes “shocking” visual mistake for Weathering with You’s Blu-ray release

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelIf you ever needed proof that the director of Your Name is a visual perfectionist, this is it. From humble beginnings as “that guy who made an entire OVA by himself,” Makoto Shinkai has risen through the ranks to become anime’s hottest director, and a lot of his success is due to his films’ breathtaking artwork. […]

Social distanced dining is a cinch with these stuffed capybara companions【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyThis zoo’s thought up the cutest possible way to keep some barriers up between diners at their eatery. Now that Japan’s state of emergency has been lifted, businesses find themselves having to re-open even while the threat of coronavirus persists. Tourist destinations are having to feel their own way around the new normal, mostly by […]

New miniature theme park Small Worlds Tokyo finally opening, has a tiny Sailor Moon exhibit!

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollThe anticipated opening of the the miniature figure park was delayed by the coronavirus, but is now planned to open in June. There’s a new attraction in town, and it’s been waiting patiently for the chance to have its grand opening. Small Worlds Tokyo, the miniature world theme park originally scheduled to open for the […]

Tempura Kidz Karin in Kawaii HEIHEI Harajuku Fashion w/ Blue Twin Braids, Plaid Beret, Heart Print Dress, Tights & Buffalo x Puma Sneakers

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Catching our eye on the streets of Harajuku is Karin of the Japanese dance performance group, Tempura Kidz.

This day, Karin – sporting blue twin braids – is dressed in a red plaid dress from HEIHEI, which features a front zip-up closure, white eyelet lace collar and cuffs, and white heart prints. The 21-year-old artist completed her style with white tights, baby pink Buffalo x Puma platform sneakers, a matching plaid beret with white heart prints from HEIHEI and multiple silver knuckle rings.

For more of her streetwear styles, follow Karin’s style feed on Instagram.

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What would Dragon Quest look like in real life? Fan’s Slime travel photo series shows us【Photos】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelCome on, Slime! We’re going for a walk. For more than 30 years, the Dragon Quest Slime has been leading the vanguard against would-be heroes, filling the role of the first enemy players encounter in the video game series’ many installments. But it’s far too weak to pose any real threat, and its adorable looks […]

“Oh, is that so?” says Kyoto Animation arsonist when told how many people he killed

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelAdmits that his goal was to kill as many as possible. On the morning of May 27, 42-year-old Shinji Aoba was arrested at a hospital in Kyoto, more than 10 months after lighting a fire at the Fushimi studio of anime production company Kyoto Animation last July. Aoba was initially apprehended at the scene of […]

Giant undersea bug in Toba Aquarium poops for first time in two years

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterApparently, eating a shark’s face alive will bind you right up. A momentous event took place in Toba Aquarium on 26 May, when the keeper of the facility’s five giant isopods discovered fecal matter in their tank. This would be the first time since April of 2018 that even a trace of poop had been […]

Death of Terrace House star Hana Kimura prompts Yu Darvish to speak out against cyberbullying

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J SoraNews24Pro baseballer shares three easy phrases people can use to stop a plague of hurtful online comments. On 23 May, pro-wrestler Hana Kimura, who was one of the six current house members on Netflix’s Terrace House reality show, was confirmed dead at the age of 22. Her sudden death rocked both the nation and viewers […]

miércoles, 27 de mayo de 2020

Japanese rugby legend questions reopening of pro-baseball, confuses everyone

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterIs the Internet schooling Ayumu Goromaru about students, or is he schooling them? Although its been half a decade, Japan’s surprise upset over South Africa in the 2015 Rugby World Cup remains a memorable moment in the sport’s history. And following it, fullback Ayumu Goromaru, who was instrumental in the win, became an overnight superstar […]

Terrace House season cancelled, removed from streaming service after Hana Kimura’s death

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelDecision comes after suspended broadcast of new episodes following reality program star’s apparent suicide. The May 23 death of Japanese pro wrestler and reality TV star Hana Kimura has shocked fans around the world, While no official statement has been made regarding the cause of death, it’s widely believed that Kimura committed suicide following a […]

Japanese bubble tea chain starts selling at-home tapioca drink kits

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J ShannonNow you don’t need to go out in public to treat yourself to some delicious boba tea. As Domino’s Japan has taught us, tapioca is still a thing in Japan. And with the nation being encouraged to stay indoors, many are craving a cold glass of tapioca milk tea. That’s probably why Japanese tapioca bubble […]

Gotta stamp them all! Collect your shrine stamps with this gorgeous new range of stationery

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katie PaskPreserve your shrine memories in style with these stamp books! Village Vanguard is a store that is well known for selling all kinds of unique goods. Need a bright red and blue curry? Village Vanguard have got you covered. Is your exercise ball looking a little dull? Get a cover that looks like an animal. […]

Japanese government to subsidize domestic travel this summer to boost the ailing tourism industry

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollThe government is hoping grants and coupons will help encourage people to travel again. Since the beginning of the pandemic and the social distancing recommendations, the tourism and hospitality industry in Japan has been in trouble. To be safe, people have generally avoided traveling to popular tourists spots like Kyoto, and with major attractions closed, […]

Animal Crossing fan recreating all of Ghibli’s Spirited Away in New Horizons, and it’s incredible

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelMasterpieces from Nintendo and Studio Ghibli go together amazingly well, photos show. Animal Crossing has always been a series about building communities of cute critters in a rural setting, and the baseline aesthetic has gotten even more specific in the series’ newest game, the island-set New Horizons. But while millions of fans are spending their […]

Kyoto Animation comments on arsonist arrest: “Our friends whose lives were taken won’t come back”

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelStricken studio wants maximum penalties pursued. On the morning of March 27, Kyoto Prefectural Police officers placed 42-year-old Shinji Aoba under arrest. Aoba is accused of setting the gasoline-accelerated fire at anime production company Kyoto Animation’s Fushimi Ward studio that resulted in 36 deaths and injured 33 more victims last July. Aoba’s arrest comes at […]

Tokyo Tower reopens after coronavirus closure, but now you have to take the stairs 150 meters up

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelUniquely beautiful views of the city and a cardio workout like no other. Though it lost its status as the tallest structure in Japan when the Skytree opened in 2012, Tokyo Tower is still, to many, the more iconic symbol of the capital. Situated closer to the city center and with a red-and-white color scheme […]

Lawyers say Japanese video game ban for kids violates constitution, call for abolition

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelGame over for Kagawa Prefecture’s anti-video game ordinance? On April 1, in what sounded like a third-rate April Fools’ Day joke but was actually an official act of government, Japan’s Kagawa Prefecture passed an ordinance officially limiting the amount of time children are legally allowed to play video games each day. Under the new law, […]

martes, 26 de mayo de 2020

Pikachu-shaped electric shock-flavor gummies are coming to Japan!

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelPokémon mascot stuffs his chubby cheeks with the snacks in adorable video. Tokyo-based candy maker Kanro’s Puré gummies are tasty little bite-sized fruit chews. The snack aisle at Japanese convenience stores is pretty crowded, though, so in order to stand out from competitors Puré are shaped like little hearts. It’s a cute idea, but Puré […]

Got a collection of anime clear files? Then you need these super-cheap frames from Japan’s Nitori

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelOtaku have fallen in love with the affordable solution to a frustrating problem. One of the stranger pseudo-loanwords you’ll run into in Japanese is kuria fairu, or “clear file.” That’s because they aren’t clear. Instead, the pliable plastic document holders are actually translucent because of their thin material, and often decorated with anime artwork. In the […]

Starbucks mermaid Frappuccino surfaces, makes waves online

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeTake your taste buds under the sea with a very special limited-time beverage.  Starbucks is famous around the world for its limited-edition Frappuccinos, and here in Japan we’ve been spoilt with some extremely special beverages, covering everything from Santa boots through to sakura and even sweet potato fries. However, it looks like Japan’s Frappuccino game has […]

Essential Inuyasha episodes to rewatch before the Yashahime anime sequel airs this fall

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Krista RogersToday we’re counting down some pivotal episodes before the release of Yashahime this October.  We’re big fans of manga author and artist Rumiko Takahashi at SoraNews24. From the wacky “anything goes martial arts” of classic Ranma 1/2 to the noticeably darker and suspenseful Inuyasha, which was voted the most popular anime adaptation of her works […]

100-year-old hanko signature stamp maker offering free digital stamp designs for teleworkers

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dale RollThis company wants to help you put your seal of approval on company documents, even if they’re digital! While in many countries around the world, a signature with an ink pen is taken as verification that you accept or approve of whatever terms a set of paperwork is offering, in Japan, it’s customary to instead […]

Kyoto Animation arsonist to be finally placed under arrest for July attack that killed 36

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelNearly a year after the tragic deaths of dozens of anime creators, the man responsible will finally begin facing justice. On the morning of June 18, a man walked into the lobby of anime production company Kyoto Animation’s Fushimi Ward studio and started a fire while spraying gasoline around the interior to accelerate the blaze. […]

No screaming on roller coasters, please, say Tokyo Disneyland, other Japanese amusement parks

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelAmusement park association wants quiet thrill rides, no hugs as part of post-coronavirus closure reopenings. The coronavirus pandemic has been rough on many businesses, but it’s been especially devastating for amusement parks. Tokyo Disneyland and Disney Sea, as well as Osaka’s Universal Studios Japan, have been closed since late February, dropping their attendance-related revenues down to […]

lunes, 25 de mayo de 2020

Survey ranks the most desirable neighborhoods to live in Japan’s Kansai region

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J ShannonHere’s where to live the dream in Japan’s western region. Japanese real estate company SUUMO conducted its annual survey of residents in Japan’s western Kansai region (think Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, Shiga, and Wakayama) to see which parts of the area are most desirable to live in. If you’re well-versed in your knowledge of Kansai, […]

Creative Japanese office installs awesome full-size vending machine made out of cardboard【Video】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelJapan has a lot vending machines, but there’s only one like this. In just about every Japanese office building, you’ll find a vending machine, serving as an oasis of refreshment and also a convenient excuse to get up and stretch your legs when you’ve been sitting at your desk for too long and need a […]

Sushi tacos now on sale in Japan — Can this cross-cultural cuisine please our biggest taco fan?

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelAfter falling in love with tacos in Mexico, our taste tester tests the newest outside-the-box idea from Sushiro. “Sushi tacos” sounds like something you’d only find far, far away from Japan. It’s the sort of thing you expect to find at a strange, independent fusion cafe run by a guy who’s never had the opportunity […]

A creepy new wrinkle to Japan’s chikan train groper schemes, and how to counter it

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelIf you’re not sure if that old man is really in need of assistance, you don’t have to be the one to help. By now, most people are aware of the standard chikan (train groper) M.O. in Japan. Once the train gets crowded enough to obscure his actions or identity, the chikan starts squeezing, petting, […]

Jilted Chinese woman sends 1,000 kilograms of onions to ex-boyfriend’s doorstep

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterRevenge is a dish best served with a side of onions. Breaking up is never easy no matter what side of the let-down you’re on. It’s a painful experience that if handled incorrectly could result in a violently emotional scene, or in some cases 1,000 kilograms (2,200 lbs) of onions delivered to your doorstep. This […]

Our male otaku reporter reveals his top 3 best buddy characters in Japanese dating sim games

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katy KellyWho’s the most relatable character in a dating sim? Why, your male best friend, of course! If you’re a fan of visual novels you’ll know there’s a wealth of sub-genres. If you love an eerie, twisting horror tale you might dabble in the works of When They Cry: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni, or if […]

Today is the original tsundere’s birthday, and her manga, Kimagure Orange Road is free online

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelTake a trip back to Bubble Era ’80s Japan and the series where the tsundere archetype started. Among the words that have trickled into English from Japanese anime fandom is “tsundere.” A combination of “tsun tsun” (literally “spiky” but also “thorny,” in a figurative sense) and “dere dere” (smotheringly affectionate), tsundere is a handy shorthand […]

Sakura cherry blossoms float on breeze, land on Nara deer in perfect hanami video

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeHeavenly hanami landscape plays out like a scene from a Ghibli anime film.  If you’re looking for the best place to view sakura cherry blossoms in Japan, you’ll see a lot of guides recommending popular sites like Ueno Park in Tokyo, Hirosaki in Aomori and Goryokaku Park in Hokkaido. However, according to a new viral […]

domingo, 24 de mayo de 2020

Spice things up at the dinner table with these kabe-don salt and pepper shakers【Pics】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ingrid TsaiNow you can feel the passion of cheesy romances every time you sit down for a meal! Everyone has a different love language. Whether you prefer kind words from your significant other or a bouquet of flowers, there is a great diversity to the ways people express and receive love. And for some folks, what […]

How to make a McDonald’s Ramune milkshake at home

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oona McGeeThis recipe is even better than the new McShake, with much more of that distinctive Japanese flavour.  Just last week, McDonald’s Japan caused a stir with local sweet lovers by announcing they would be releasing their first-ever Ramune McShake. Ramune is one of the country’s most popular carbonated drinks, sold in glass Codd bottles with […]

Cancelled your trip to climb Mt. Fuji? Build the mountain yourself with an awesome papercraft kit

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelNo one is climbing Mt. Fuji this year, but everyone can recreate the symbol of Japan in their home. So in case you haven’t heard, Mt. Fuji is closed for the year. You may be wondering how Japan’s greatest example of the great outdoors can be “closed,” but the specifics are that access to all […]

The time has come for us to eat Japanese squirrel hot pot【SoraKitchen】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casey BaseelToday’s recipe comes from Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido and the traditional culture of the Ainu people. By this point, certain types of Japanese food, like sushi and tempura, are known to, and loved by, foodies around the world. But today we’re plunging into depths of Japan’s culinary heritage unknown even to many Japanese people […]

Fusedon: the mysterious Japanese subculture of flipping your bowl to say “thanks”

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Master BlasterIt’s gross and annoying, and yet some people won’t stop doing it for some reason. In recent days, there’s been a lot of talk online about the practice of fusedon (literally “facedown bowl”). This is an underground custom in Japan in which diners, after eating every ounce of food inside, flip their bowls upside down […]

Japanese Twitter user accidentally summons demon by making toast【Pic】

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Scott Wilson“Oh, no! Now I’m gonna be late for school.” When we expect to see horror, it can be a lot of fun. Things like Junji Ito illustrations and magazines for elementary-school girls can shock us in ways we’d never expected, so long as our hearts were prepared for the terror. But sometimes, we accidentally summon […]

Japanese Idol in Two-Tone Fashion, Flames Sunglasses, Tube Top, WEGO, Spinns, Sevens, Belt Pouches & Yello Boots

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Catching our attention on the streets of Tokyo after dark is Misuru, the 20-year-old Japanese Pop Idol we often feature on our Harajuku street snaps.

Sporting twin tails, Misuru stepped out in a cropped two-tone jacket and matching track pants, which she styled with a cropped black Over It velvet tube top from H&M. She tucked the hems of her pants into purple heeled zipper boots from Yello, cinched her pants with a black leather grommet belt with mini see-through Fancy Metal belt pouches, and finished off her style with accessories such as red flame sunglasses, silver chain earrings, and a black leather choker with silver chain embellishments. Most of her accessories are from Sevens, Spinns and WEGO.

Misuru lists WEGO, Yello and Unif as her favorite fashion brands, and she loves music from her own group, S-carat, as well as music from Billie Eilish. Follow Misuru on Twitter, Instagram and S-carat’s official website.

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