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Urban Paper show – Café Pause in Ikebukuro
Written on 31 Aug, 2009 at 15:11 in Events
The Urban Paper show opening Sept. 7th at Café Pause in Ikebukuro is the latest stop of an international tour of paper toys first published in the book, Urban Paper. Tour stops have included Los Angles and Arnhem, the Netherlands and after Tokyo, the show will re-open in Rome. Paper toys have been around for [...]... (Continue reading)
Friends of Dard Hunter Tokyo Exhibition 2009 – A Selection of Handmade Paper Art
Written on 31 Aug, 2009 at 14:58 in Events
The Society for Study of Washi Culture (Japan) and the Friends of Dard Hunter (America) are pleased to announce an exhibition showcasing the work of 25 artists working in the medium of handmade paper art. The exhibition, with sponsorship from the American Embassy, is the first collaboration between the two paper-related organizations. The work in [...]... (Continue reading)
Paul Gauguin Exhibition
Written on 31 Aug, 2009 at 13:21 in Events
The artist Paul Gauguin (1848-1903) turned his back on the highly developed western civilization of the end of the 19th century and made his way alone to the solitary island of Tahiti in the South Seas. It can be said that his tumultuous life is typical of the lonely wandering artist who sacrificed his life [...]... (Continue reading)
54th CWAJ PRINT SHOW, Japanese Contemporary Prints
Written on 28 Aug, 2009 at 17:09 in Events
College Women’s Association of Japan is hosting an exhibition and sale featuring 188 prints by 182 artists, including 34 debut artists, all prints are signed by the artist and for sale. Prices ranging from ¥ 5,000 to ¥ 350,000 Special Exhibition: “Visions of the City – Tokyo” “Hands on Art”: selected prints reproduced as raised [...]... (Continue reading)
Tyler Foundation – Casino Charity Fundraiser
Written on 28 Aug, 2009 at 16:48 in Events
The Tyler Foundation and the Grand Hyatt Hotel are hosting a special Gala night to raise funds for the animal assisted therapy program. The Tyler Foundation is a Charity that helps children with cancer in Japan. This special night will feature Blackjack, Roulette and other fun games to help raise money for a good cause. [...]... (Continue reading)
Koenji Awaodori Festival
Written on 28 Aug, 2009 at 11:14 in Events
Famed for it’s popular punk-rock scene and the highest concentration of vintage shops in Tokyo, Koenji is also well known for one of the busiest and most exciting festivals in the capital. An astounding 12,000 dancers are preparing to perform the awaodori dance to the sounds of traditional festival music (hayashi) during the last weekend [...]... (Continue reading)
The Importance of The Three Ps
Written on 22 Aug, 2009 at 17:34 in Business, Sustainable Business
by Darrell Nelson $265 billion, 1.6 million people, five percent growth per annum: not bad statistics for a sector that was close to zero just ten years ago. With an avalanche of media coverage, surging fuel prices, and political campaigns focused on ‘green’ issues, the state of the environment is affecting peoples consciences on a [...]... (Continue reading)
Slow it Down
by Danielle Rippingale Living and working in Tokyo, many people talk about wanting to slow down and bring balance into their lives. The recent financial crisis has forced many to face their own reality and re-evaluate their approach to life and how to live it well and happily. You can be encouraged to know that [...]... (Continue reading)
August 21st – September 3rd, 2009
Written on 22 Aug, 2009 at 17:11 in Lifestyle, Parties, People & Places
I remember opening a column a few years ago about how Tokyo was becoming more and more like Rome in August when things in general really slow down and sometimes even shut down. A lot of people are away on leave, and others are taking off for summer holidays. Traffic is not so heavy, and [...]... (Continue reading)
Cycle Japan
by Melissa Forester With an increasing number of people cycling to and from work in Tokyo, some say that road bikes are the best big thing. This model by Gary Fisher, with its steel frame and racing wheels, is lightweight and the perfect mid-range bike for a rider of any level. Top cycling stores across [...]... (Continue reading)
