ROCKET NEWS
 
Hit manga JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure meets casual fashion in the form ofstylish sneakers. 
Yes, the popular comic series known affectionately as “JoJo” by fans has once again been turned into a line of attractive merchandise, this time in collaboration with American footwear brand Con...

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Loaded and love Pokémon? There is a $1,300 skirt that has your name on it.
For those of you in North America, you’ve likely spent all your money at the various Black Friday sales that accompany American Thanksgiving. Or maybe you waited for some good Cyber Monday deals the following...

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ROCKET NEWS
 
The voices of fans have been heard, and the result is a fantastic blend of traditional and contemporary.
Last month, from October 14 to 31, fans voted on which Evangelion design they would like to see made into a real, high-end kimono. Among the choices were themes featuring images ...

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JAPAN TODAY
 
TOKYO — A new massive retail complex featuring an impressive lineup of international stores, offices and cultural facilities, will open in Ginza’s 6-chome area next spring, operators Mori Building Co and partners announced at a press conference in Tokyo on Wednesday.
The new facilit...

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JAPAN TRENDS
 
As if the already announced massive four-part redevelopment of the Shibuya Station area by Tokyu and JR East was not enough, Tokyu’s real estate and train subsidiaries have now finalized details for two further commercial complexes.
Shibuya Cast will loom over the entrance to Cat S...

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JAPAN TIMES
 
An etiquette video by railway operator Tokyu Corp. aimed at stopping women from putting on makeup while riding its trains has set off a storm of criticism on social media, with many accusing it of going too far in dictating passenger behavior.
The 30-second Japanese-language video f...

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THE JAPAN NEWS
 
Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings Ltd. is set to open a new flagship store based on the “Cool Japan” concept in central Kuala Lumpur on Thursday. Isetan The Japan Store Kuala Lumpur will offer high-quality products representing Japan’s recent fashions, the latest lifestyle trends and to...

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JAPAN TRENDS
 
Sony is changing. The troubled Japanese electronics maker is trying new things as it navigates an inhospitable market dominated by the likes of Apple and Samsung.
It has reduced its smartphone business and focused on the PlayStation, which gets a major boost this fall with the rele...

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ROCKET NEWS
 
It’s almost like keeping a secret garden or painting hidden inside your shoes!
Japanese gift item manufacturer and retailer REGALERIA have come up with a stylish way to brighten your footwear, well the inside of them, at least. The company has recently released a line of shoe insole...

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JAPAN TRENDS
 
Have a meeting online but no time to do your makeup? No problem with this technology.
Telecommuting has yet to catch on in Japan, where logging long hours at the office by your physical presence, regardless of your work efficiency, is still required at many corporations.
Shiseido i...

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