<p>If you hear the name “Roppongi”, you’re first thoughts are probably “it’s a place filled with clubs, bars and other entertainment that supports night life scene.”Despite this however, we took on the challenge of introducing you to the excitement that Roppongi in the day time has to offer.</p> <p>The place that our reporters Alisa Urahama and Tina Tamashiro covered for us today was Tokyo Midtown! Tokyo Midtown, is most famous for being a huge shopping facility filled with about 130 variety stores, but what most people don’t know, is that it is filled with an array of artistic hot spots. On top of major art spots such as the Suntory Museum of Art and variety design specialist DESIGN HUB that exist inside Tokyo Midtown, there are even more places that are filled with art work that keep popping up!</p> <p>The first piece of art that our reporters were met by was “妙夢” or “Strange Dream” in English. The girls were very eager to check out this artwork after hearing that they can peek into its big hole and be able to see Midtown from an interesting angle.</p> <p> </p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-436 aligncenter" src="http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104527/All13-TOP.png" alt="" width="529" height="400" srcset="http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104527/All13-TOP.png 529w, http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104527/All13-TOP-300x227.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 529px) 100vw, 529px"></p> <p> </p> <p>The handy item that supported our girls in their endeavours today was the “Yubikitasu Communicator”, which guides visitors through the 20 different pieces of art that can be found scattered around Midtown. It not only offers guidance in Japanese, but also provides support in English, French, Chinese and Korean.</p> <p>With the help of this communicator, our girls made their rounds around Midtown. The girls were continuously welcomed with new surprises, saying “Wow there’s even art here!”, where they’d stop for a few moments to check out the art work.</p> <p>As the girls made their way outside, they were introduced to a magical spot overflowing with greenery, which you wouldn’t think would be accessible in the heart of the city. It could undoubtedly be described as an”Oasis within the city!”</p> <p> </p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-437 aligncenter" src="http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104614/All13-%EF%BC%92.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" srcset="http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104614/All13-%EF%BC%92.jpg 600w, http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104614/All13-%EF%BC%92-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px"></p> <p> </p> <p>Even just roaming around the area feels so good. And theres no doubt that you’ll find yourself melting into the nature as you explore the art work that can be found here.</p> <p>After taking in the fresh air from outside, the girls made their way to DESIGN HUB!</p> <p> </p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-438 aligncenter" src="http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104615/All13-%EF%BC%93.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" srcset="http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104615/All13-%EF%BC%93.jpg 600w, http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104615/All13-%EF%BC%93-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px"></p> <p> </p> <p>The day reporters covered DESIGN HUB just so happened to be at a time they were preparing for the “2015 GRAPHIC DESIGN IN JAPAN” event that was due to start from June 19th, but due to the good-nature of our girls they were ushered in to get a sneak-peak of the exhibition.</p> <p> </p> <p><img class="size-full wp-image-439 aligncenter" src="http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104616/All13-%EF%BC%94.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="400" srcset="http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104616/All13-%EF%BC%94.jpg 600w, http://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/japanese-jobs-production-wordpress/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/12/19104616/All13-%EF%BC%94-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px"></p> <p> </p> <p>At this exhibition, 300 pieces from the works listed in the magazine “GRAPHIC DESIGN IN JAPAN” be displayed via monitors, with each of these being originals. The graphic design pieces are publications from various products, product packages, symbols, logos, posters, website, videos as well as designs of shops and various exhibitions; all of which are currently being used somewhere in society today. Entrance is free until August 5th, so if you happen to be in Tokyo Midtown, be sure to stop by for a visit!</p> <p>Exhibition Information</p> <p>Venue : 5F Tokyo Midtown</p> <p>Date : June 19 – August 5</p> <p>Hour : 11:00 – 19:00</p> <p>URL : http://designhub.jp/en/exhibitions/1591/</p> <p> </p> <p>Information</p> <p> </p> <p>Tokyo Midtown</p> <p>Address : 9-7-1, Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo</p> <p>Nearest Station : Roppongi</p> <p>TEL : +81 3-3475-3100</p> <p>URL : http://www.tokyo-midtown.com/en/</p>
Make the Ordinary Asakusa Tour Even More Enjoyable! Experience Wearing Kimono at KOTO!
Asakusa is one of the popular sightseeing spots in Tokyo. People from all over the world come here to visit Sensoji Temple, Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate), Sumidagawa (Sumida River), and Tokyo Sky Tree.
But recently, Kimono Rental has been receiving greater attention than before. It makes us hesitant when it becomes to buying a kimono for its expensiveness, but being able to borrow it only for a day lowers the hurdle for people who just want to try wearing it once.
This time, Navigator of Kawaii Asi, Culumi Nakada, Hikari Shiina, and Ai Matsumoto (Maapipi) came to “Asakusa Rental Kimono KOTO” near Asakusa Station. This shop allows customers to borrow a kimono and walk around Asakusa in their lovely outfit for a day until 17:00 by 3500 yen.
When we entered the shop, the room was filled with Kimonos! There were a variety of kimonos, from bright colored pop designs to a classical one with calm patterns. You can also choose to borrow a Haori coat, ornamental obi, and a detachable collar by option.
Taking time to select their kimono, the 3 girls finally chose their favorite one! The staff helped them get dressed, and…Ta Da!
Culumi chose a simple retro taste design with black stripes on a white background. She made the obi purple that had a strong impact on the moderate kimono.
Maapipi selected a cream-color based kimono with designs of flowers. She chose orange for the color of the obi, which created a vivid impression but a mature atmosphere.
Hikari chose a pop flower designed kimono that is very much her style! We can see the individuality of the three girls by their choice.
Wearing the kimono made them want to arrange their hairstyle as well! So, the permanent hair stylist helped them dress their hair. Culumi and Maapipi chose an upswept hairstyle, and Hikari’s hair became twin tails!
This time, Izabela, a journalist of the app “We Chat” came from China as a special guest to Kawaii Asia! Isabela also changed into kimono and toured Asakusa together with us.
Also, we rode on a Jinrikisha (Rickshaw)! But unluckily, it only had two seats, so we had Izabela to choose who she wants to sit with! Kurumi was called as the lucky girl, and the two enjoyed their night tour of Asakusa.
KOTO is holding Yukata plans for the summer and group discount campaigns, so wear the kimono when you come to Asakusa and discover a new way to enjoy your tour!
Information
KOTO
Address : 2F Oomoto Building 2-18-12, Kaminarimon Taito-ku, Tokyo
Nearest Station : Asakusa
TEL : 03-6802-7018
URL : http://asakusa.kimono-koto.com/index.html
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