In 1974 Manga Artists Celebrate The Exorcist’s Arrival in Japan
The manga adaptation of The Exorcist by Kazuo Umezu was featured in the July 7th, 1974 issue of Shonen Sunday, just a week prior to the film’s release in Japan and six months after its US premiere in December 1973. Shonen Sunday, a weekly shonen manga magazine, has been published in Japan by Shogakukan since March 1959. Continue reading »
Intricate Fantasy Illustrations by Kazuki Okuda
A talented illustrator from Kyoto, Japan, Kazuki Okuda is known for his exquisitely detailed digital illustrations that bring whimsical characters to life. Continue reading »
Japanese Craftsman Kiyomi Designs Mesmerizing Miniature Antique Furniture
Japanese artist Kiyomi specializes in meticulously handcrafting miniature replicas of antique furniture. This ancient art of miniaturization in Japan, seen in bonsai trees and compact mobile phones, finds new expression in Kiyomi’s work. Continue reading »
Euphoric Chills and Melancholic Thrills: The Cinematic Journey of Shyzzzi’s Supernatural Cyberpunk Horror through Animated Masterpieces
In the realm of digital art, one artist stands out by successfully combining various elements from beloved subcultures into a remarkable body of work. Continue reading »
Take Home a Piece of the Neon-Lit Metropolis: Cyberpunk Asia in Photographs by Steve Roe
Steve Roe, hailing from Seoul, South Korea, is a highly acclaimed photographer in street and fashion photography with an international reputation. His captivating neon photography is known for its futuristic vibrancy and cyberpunk and neon-noir style. Continue reading »
A Deep Dive into Polina Alexeenko’s Manga-Inspired Illustrations
In the heart of Saint Petersburg, Russia, a dynamic artist named Polina Alexeenko is crafting a vibrant world that pulses with life and color. Polina’s artistic talent is undeniably exceptional, as seen in her playful and expressive illustrations that appear to leap off the canvas and into the imagination of the viewer. Continue reading »
The Good, the Bad, and the Frustrating: Evangeline Neo’s Firsthand Account of Living in Japan
If you’ve ever studied or lived abroad, you know that culture shock is real. It can impact your perspective, especially if your home country is drastically different from the one you are visiting. Evangeline Neo experienced this firsthand when she studied in Tokyo from 2010 to 2014. She noticed a lot of cultural differences and decided to navigate them by portraying her experiences through comics. Continue reading »
Exploring the World of Studio Ghibli Through the Eyes of Louise Terrier
Howl’s Moving Castle
Louise Terrier’s stunning paintings pay homage to some of the most beloved heroes of Japanese anime movies. Taking inspiration from Studio Ghibli’s iconic films like “My Neighbor Totoro,” “Spirited Away,” and “Princess Mononoke,” Terrier infuses her own creative flair into these well-known characters, bringing them to life in her unique style. Continue reading »
Absolutely Amazing Pixel Art Portraits by Hatayosi
Hatayosi (ヨシミツ), an incredibly talented artist from Japan, uses Windows Paint to craft amazing caricatures of celebrities in a unique 8-bit style. The level of creativity and skill displayed in each of Hatayosi’s works is truly awe-inspiring. Continue reading »
Pachimon: The Amazing Obscure Kaiju Collectible Cards From The 70’s
Kyuradorosu (vampire monster)/ Height: 5 meters/ Weight: 800 kilograms/ From Chiba
In the 1970s, kaiju and tokusatsu were all the rage in Japan, inspiring Yokopro to create Pachimon. These collectible cards featured several “Pachimon,” monsters based on popular kaiju series such as Godzilla, Gamera, and the Ultra Series. These monsters were often depicted attacking famous cities and places, making them all the more exciting for fans. Continue reading »
Tsunotsuno’s Melancholic and Seductive Sinematic Digital World of Giant Women
Japanese artist Tsunotsuno, a graduate student of engineering, has created a striking series of nocturnal digital images that depict young women as solitary giants, trapped in neon-lit urban environments. The images are reminiscent of cinematic stills and have an open-ended narrative that draws the viewer in. Continue reading »
The Uncharted and Surreal Worlds of Japanese Artist Yuni Yoshida
Yuni Yoshida is a force to be reckoned with. A creative mastermind, she has taken the advertising world by storm with her innovative and surreal ideas. Her ability to blend fantasy and reality is unparalleled, and her campaigns are a testament to her talent and vision. Continue reading »
Unusual Japanese Sunglasses of 1966
In 1966, Japan introduced some unique and unusual sunglasses that caught the attention of fashion enthusiasts worldwide. These sunglasses were unlike anything seen before and included designs such as “lime glasses” and “feet glasses.” Continue reading »
The Superb Bizarre Anatomical Sculptures by Masao Kinoshita
Masao Kinosh ita is a Japanese artist who specializes in creating figurative sculptures that have their outer skin removed to reveal the underlying skeletal and muscular structures. Continue reading »
Exploring Japan with Daft Punk: A Look at Rare Photographs of the Iconic Duo from 2000’s
Daft Punk, the French electronic music duo consisting of Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo and Thomas Bangalter, is widely regarded as one of the most influential acts in the world. The duo, who formed Daft Punk in 1993 after their time together in the rock band Darlin’, is known for their iconic robot personas and hit albums such as Homework (1997). Continue reading »
Meet Mebaru, the Japanese Felt Artist Taking Instagram by Storm with Adorable Felted Cat Sculptures
Mebaru is an artist who has gained a huge following on Instagram thanks to their incredibly realistic felted cat sculptures. Continue reading »
An Aspiring Japanese Designer Handpicks and Makes These Adorable Gowns Called “Fairy’s Dresses”
“Fairy’s Dress” uses flowers and leaves blooming in the garden, such as pansies, morning glories, roses, carnations, double cherry blossoms, and more to make fairy dresses. Continue reading »
The Coffee Poured Into This Cup Is Actually a Wooden Sculpture
It’s hard to believe, but your eyes are playing tricks on you. The black liquid you see being poured into the cup in the photo below is actually just expertly sculpted and painted wood. Continue reading »
From Sailor Moon To Vincent Van Gogh’s “Starry Night”, This Teacher Surprises His Students With Stunning Chalkboard Art
Hirotaka Hamasaki is a high school art teacher and a graphic designer from Nara, Japan who has a special formula to inspire students before a class starts. Continue reading »
Japanese Artist Creates Animal Sculptures Made Of Metallic Blooms
Japanese artist Taiichiro Yoshida creates animal sculptures made of metallic blooms. Yoshida creates these delicate sculptures of birds and other animals using bronze, copper, or silver. Decorative metalworking in Japan has a long history that began sometime in the fourth to fifth centuries with skills passed down through the generations. Continue reading »
This Artist Combines Japanese Kimonos With International Fashion Trends
Kimono With Baroque Influence
According to an artist, behind the IG account @japan.midjourney: “I am an AI art creator and recently have been working on combining the traditional Japanese kimono with other international fashion trends. It is amazing how well global fashion blends and what kind of breathtaking creations result from these combos. Have a look and visit my Instagram for more.” Continue reading »
This Japanese Company Makes Custom Decorative Coffins for Vampire Fans
Ziggy Vamp Co. Ltd., a Tokyo-based company that specializes in products for wannabe vampires, is selling hand-made, customizable coffin furniture. Continue reading »
Japanese Artist Creates Superb Mecha Creatures Out of LEGO Bricks
If you don’t know what “mecha” means, here’s the definition: “The term mecha may refer to both scientific ideas and science-fiction genres that center on giant robots or machines controlled by people. Mechas are typically depicted as humanoid walking vehicles.” Continue reading »
Cute and Warm Sketches of Japanese Life by Naoyuki Hayashi
Discover the Art of Naoyuki Hayashi, a freelance concept artist working in Tokyo, Japan. Continue reading »
The Beauty of Japanese Suburbs in Watercolors of Hideaki Kita
Hideaki Kita was born in Kanagawa in 1972 and graduated from Multimedia Art Academy Background Department. After working for a game company and an animation production company, he became a freelance artist. He is active in a wide range of activities, including solo exhibitions and watercolour classes, while painting local landscapes of Shonan. Continue reading »
