Have you seen Japan’s cute nail art designs? Check out this collection by Nakayama Chieko, who all the fashion icons follow!

08.November.2016 | FASHION

Japan is well known for its fantastic nail art culture, even overseas. Here we have collected some nail art by nail artist Nakayama Chieko, who is followed by many Japanese fashion icons for her gorgeous nail designs!

 

 

・My Melody, one of Sanrio’s most popular characters, makes an appearance♡


      ・Kawaii, monster style nail art designed by Koseki Ren-chan  

 

 

・This calming manicure book and flower design is really cute


      ・Black nails with a red apple floating in the middle. Cute!

 

 

・A more sexy design for adults: dark red and gold


      ・Bright red Christmas nails  

 

 

・A big collection of designs!

 

 

For Japanese people, be sure to use this as a reference. For anyone thinking of coming to Japan, be sure to experience having your nails done at a Japanese nail salon!

■Chieko Nakayama

Twitter:@chiekonakayama

Instagram:@chiekonakayama

 

 

■Related article:Is the boom of Halloween in Japan for real?! Here is a collection of the Halloween outfits worn by Japanese artists and models!

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