Hokusai and The Dream of the Fisherman’s Wife: erotic or hidden meaning? Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Katsushika Hokusai is internationally famous because of the many adorable pieces of art that he produced. However, Hokusai also produced art which was extremely erotic because shunga (erotic art) was very popular, despite political constraints during periods [...]
Tokyo lifestyle: Canal Café in Iidabashi, Chinzan-so garden and fashion in Ikebukuro Sarah Deschamps and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Tokyo is a very intriguing city which caters for so many different lifestyles. Also, within such a short space of time you can visit a wealth of diversity. This article provides a glimpse into [...]
Tokyo fashion scene going from strength to strength Sarah Deschamps and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Tokyo is awash with amazing fashion districts throughout the entire city and the diverse nature of each district is complementing the entire fashion scene. Of course other major powerful cities like Paris, New York, Milan, Seattle, London, and others, [...]
Tokyo fashion in Koenji: from vintage fashion to Kimoken and the latest vibes Sarah Deschamps and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Kimoken (Kenta Kimoto) (http://kimoken.exblog.jp/) is a talented individual who highlights the vibrancy of Koenji fashion in trendy Tokyo. Internationally, the vibes of Harajuku, Shibuya, Ginza, and Shinjuku make the headlines. However, in Koenji you also [...]
Japanese art and Ogata Gekko: individualism during a changing landscape Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times The life of Ogata Gekko is extremely fascinating because he lived during a period of momentous times in Japan. He was born in 1859 during the Edo Period but the Meiji Restoration of 1868 would usher in many revolutionary [...]
Tokyo lifestyle in Harajuku and Omotesando: fashion, culture and natural buzz Sarah Deschamps, Michel Lebon and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Tokyo is internationally famous for state of the art buildings, modern infrastructure, and being an economic powerhouse. Lifestyle in this mega-city is richly rewarding because each district will provide something new. However, if [...]
Japanese classic animation film: Looking deeply into war through the eyes of children Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Grave of the Fireflies is a very moving animation film which focuses on the innocence of children and the brutality of war. It is a film which blends into reality and it is easy to forget [...]
Japanese art and Yorozu Tetsugoro: the endless searcher Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Japanese art is extremely diverse and during the lifetime of Yorozu Tetsugoro he witnessed many changes (1885-1927) because the Meiji Period opened up Japan to new thought patterns. In the field of art this radically altered the art scene because the [...]
Tokyo tourism and Asakusa: old Tokyo survives Sarah Deschamps and Michel Lebon Modern Tokyo Times Tokyo tourism provides an abundance of options because this highly developed city caters for so many tastes. This applies to amazing Japanese gardens, stunning art galleries, high octane fashion districts, a paradise for gamers, the beautiful Tenno palace, the beach [...]
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Japanese ukiyo-e Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901) adored Japanese ukiyo-e and many famous international artists also fell in love with this art form. Toulouse-Lautrec and his lifestyle would certainly have fit in well with the environment of Yoshiwara in Tokyo, which is famous for prostitution. Indeed, [...]
Tokyo Fashion and lifestyle: Daikanyama is a prime location for Tokyoites Michel Lebon and Sarah Deschamps Modern Tokyo Times Tokyo is ultra-modern, sophisticated, and a fantastic place to reside because of the options available. Of course, you have many amazing places to reside in order to enjoy the rich lifestyle of this buzzing city. However, [...]
Japanese art and Asai Chu: the eclipse of ukiyo-e by western style art Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times The Meiji Restoration of 1868 led to many social convulsions and like all revolutionary periods you had many winners and losers. This applies to individuals who could adapt to the rapid changes in society and [...]
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