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Right now, people across the globe are in self-isolation as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. The same goes for Japan too, so we’ve taken this opportunity to create a new series on the website to show how we’re spending time at home here in Japan. The future is yet uncertain, and we hope for normality to return for all of us soon. We created a new articles series called Stay Home with which we hope to take your mind off the situation, even for just a little bit, to help you feel calmer. It might give you some tips on what you can do while spending time at home.
Today, we are joined by model and illustrator MIOCHIN who has shared with us how she has been spending her time at home recently.
1: Colouring In
I like to colour in pictures while listening to music☆
I try out different colour schemes depending on my mood. I express my feelings and emotions on paper in the form of colour by colouring in different pictures.
2: TikTok
I post on TikTok everyday! I watch the videos that pop up in my recommendations and think to my self, “I wanna try that too!” and so I do. You can have fun with lots of people on there with the latest trending dance or lip sync. It’s the best.
Recently I’ve been wanting to upload videos that only I can do, so right now I’m into making videos that express me.
MIOCHIN’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mionosekai
3: Live Streaming
I live stream everyday on LINE LIVE. I have fun and interesting conversations with viewers. I try to bring some happiness to everyone.
4: Merchandise
I’m thinking of new merch to sell on my online store☆
Once I’ve made it, it goes on my website MIONOSEKAI.
What’s your secret to spending time at home?
The way I have fun at home is connecting with people through social media. I spend some relaxing time alone, and I also share ideas and have fun with everyone using TikTok and live streams everyday!
Please give a message to those reading this article
“I think you can liven up, even just a little, by having fun with other people. You can still connect with people even if you can’t go outside, so let’s work hard support each other.”
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MIOCHIN’s Social Media
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dtdq2828/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/dtdq2828
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mionosekai
LINE LIVE: https://live.line.me/channels/1161075
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Many visiting Tokyo in the future will want to find the most kawaii spots imaginable, and we know just the girl to serve as a guide! In today’s special interview, we chatted with MIOCHIN to share her recommendations. If you haven’t seen her colorful pop pics on TikTok and Instagram, you’ll want to jump into the MIONOSEKAI! Q. MIOCHIN, what store is a must-visit in Harajuku?“That would be SUGAR HIGH at Harajuku Alta! You can find colorful sweets and cute goods from all over the world. I always stop by when I have time because they have popular snacks I’ve seen on TikTok, tons of jewelry, and things I can use every day♪It’s also a really good spot for buying small souvenirs and gifts for people!★” Q. What store in Tokyo really embodies your personal worldview?
“The minacute CONCEPT STORE at Ikebukuro Sunshine City. I’m actually the store’s producer!★Not only did I design this shop, but I’m also selling cute accessories in collaboration with minacute!!” “The store feels like a big toy box and it’s filled with so many items that kids would love. Not only that–you can find popular brands from around the world and tons of sparkle too★We also hold workshops and events on weekends, so please come visit!♪★” Q. What's your go-to Kawaii Spot? (The HARAJUKU Room)“If you’re looking to surround yourself with everything cute, it’s all about MOSHI MOSHI ROOMS! Each room is perfect for snapping photos–I’ve visited so many times for parties and photo shoots★There are four rooms: DOSKOI, HARAJUKU, ORIGAMI, and SAKURA, and each has a uniquely cute interior♪ If you’re planning on staying the night in Harajuku, be sure to check it out!” Q. Where can the readers find cute clothes like the ones found in your wardrobe? (Skirt, Jacket: grapefruitmoon)“Check out grapefruitmoon, a vintage clothing store. They have so many neat items from the 60s to the 80s, and the designs and shapes are so unique. I’d recommend browsing their retro dresses and funky bottoms★Whether you’re into more monotone fashion or something more flashy and bright, you’ll find it!♪” Q. Where do you buy your makeup? “ANNA SUI. I just can’t get enough of the brand’s vision, and the cosmetics are really one-of-a-kind. Honestly, I buy most of them–I especially love the perfumes. I love the scents and the designs are just too damn cute! It's my favorite collection.” Q. To wrap things up, do you have a message to readers coming to Japan in the future?“I’m so glad that so many people are interested in Japan. I post so many colorful things on social media and always want to share Japanese culture with the world!♪There are so many interesting places that you can only find here, and fascinating activities that you have to visit to enjoy!I hope you’ll come enjoy our food, fashion, and sightseeing spots. And don’t forget to shop for some kawaii goods!★And I hope that once you do, you’ll love Japan even more!” PROFILE: MIOCHIN
Active as an illustrator, TikToker, and streamer, MIOCHIN is known for her colorful pop world MIONOSEKAI. She has fans young and old from around the world and often broadcasts on YouTube and TikTok, recently attracting attention for her duet videos on the latter. Her original videos focus on everything from makeup and art to impressions. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dtdq2828/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mionosekaiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnyOak5Hd4WG0oLECz6L0OgTwitter: https://twitter.com/dtdq2828 -
Last year, the Pola Museum Annex in Tokyo hosted a charity auction to support the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic breaking out across the globe. As the world continues to feel the effects of the virus, the charity event is returning for a second year, and is set to be held from November 12 until December 5, 2021. The title for this year’s art exhibition is ‘Find Your Travel.’
Lemon Tree - Yuka Kashihara. Acrylic and oil on canvas. 2020.
POLA Dot or snowball ~Based on Tosa Mitsuyoshi’s Colored Painting of Yugiri from The Tale of Genji~ - Tetsuya Noguchi. Acrylic. 2020.
our whereabouts - Moe Nakamura. Camphor, bronze, oil. 2021.
Philanthropy - Yuko Higuchi. Hemp paper, pen, watercolor. 2020.
Baby Heel-less Shoes - Noritaka Tatehama. Cowhide, pigskin, dye, metal zipper, coated crystal glass. 2020.
Last year’s charity auction raised over ¥9,145,000 (about $83,000) for the Japanese Red Cross. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues around the globe, and as Japan remains locked down, this year’s event hopes to raise even more useful funds to help medical professionals on the front lines. 20 artists are participating in the exhibition, with each creating one work based on the theme of ‘travel.’ In addition to simply viewing these pieces at the exhibition, a silent auction will also be held online. With travel being severely restricted, these works of art seek to inspire and encourage visitors to imagine a better future, when the world is open once again. All proceeds will once again be donated to the Japanese Red Cross.Information
Find Your Travel Charity Auction
Running: November 12 – December 5, 2021
Hours: 11:00-19:00 (Last entry 18:30) / Admission Free
Address: Pola Museum Annex 3F (1-7-7 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo)
Official Site: http://www.po-holdings.co.jp/m-annex/
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Wanget's unisex loungewear brand Arce launched its online shop on Wednesday (February 17). The brand is hosting a campaign on its social media pages to promote the launch where customers can win some free items.
Arce was established from Makuake on November 25, 2020. The brand creates clothes made in Japan using environmentally-friendly Japanese materials. Their loungewear is versatile and can be worn not only indoors but outdoors too, and even when going to meet people. The clothes are shipped in boxes made from FSC-certified cardboard, and the vinyl bags used to protect each item are made using biodegradable saccharum officinarum. Arce held its first exhibition in Japan on November 25 and 26 last year to resounding success, bringing in many customers. The brand is currently holding a campaign on its Instagram page from February 17 to 28 where people can enter for a chance to win the above-pictured T-shirt and pullover. Only one of each will be given to two people respectively. To enter, you need to follow Arce on Instagram and give a like on which item you want. -
Ome—a city located in western Tokyo that's about an hour's train ride from the populous Shinjuku. It's a place enjoyed by many for its hiking and river swimming locales, as well as its architecture, in which one can still feel the influences of Japan's Edo period, and kindness of the locals. MATINOEKI OUME, an Ome-based company, recently launched its "Made in OME" project which aims to revitalise the city. The project will create a new kind of Ome through the eyes of the millennial generation. Its goal is to polish and refine the appealing aspects of Ome to offer up new tourism opportunities while bringing in new fans to the city.
Made in OME's first step towards that is teaming up with DJ and YouTuber Yuna Yabe and illustrator and streamer MIOCHIN, two models signed to ASOBISYSTEM who will represent the millennial generation as the navigators of this journey as they participate in workshops with local producers and manufacturers, developing a variety of products such as sweets made with ingredients from Ome, like baumkuchen and chocolate rolls, and more. You can catch their activity live over on MIOCHIN's official Instagram page. Visit Made in OME's official website below for more details. Yuna Yabe
MIOCHIN The two of them will host a free 'monitor tour' on February 21, 2021. These monitor tours aim to have people developing a strong relationship with new products from Ome. Participants will learn about the history and culture of Ome via local producers and manufacturers with products such as sake and indigo dyeing. Made in OME plants to expand their range of tourist monitor tours in the future. Local Ome residents will also be invited to the tour in the evening of the same day. Learn all there is to know about Ome at Made in OME's website which is available in English, Japanese, and Chinese. Information
Made in OME
Instagram: made_in_ome
Official Website (English): http://madeinome.com/en/MATINOEKI OUME opened in November 2016. Its focus is on livening up the city of Ome and getting more people to learn about its wonders by offering information on famous tourist spots, stocking a bounty of local products, and more.
MATINOEKI OUME Official Website: https://www.matinoeki-oume.com/
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OH MY CAFE, a chain of cafes in Japan, is now running a special Pixar-themed food event called 'PIXAR FEST' which will run in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya.
"Keep On Smiling" is the the concept of the event, which will serve up a whole range of different foods including a Lightning McQueen exclusive on September 5, a special drink inspired by Disney Pixar's Onward which released earlier this year, a collection of strawberry desserts centred on Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear to celebrate Toy Story's 25th anniversary, and more. There’s lots to see, so we follow MIOCHIN to the Tokyo event in Omotesando. PIXAR FEST at OH MY CAFE is packed full of exciting things for both kids and adults alike. Here’s our report. The fun begins even before you enter the cafe, as at the entrance, you are met with a wall poster of numerous popular Pixar characters. The moment you step inside, Sully is there ready to greet you! You can even take a picture with him, so if you visit, don’t miss the chance. You’ll find familiar faces scattered all around the cafe, like Woody, Buzz, Mike, Nemo. The decorations and designs are really wonderful. The original menu has a cute lineup too, with dishes, drinks, and desserts inspired by characters from the animated movies. The food tastes really good too, so be sure to pick out a menu item based on your favourite movie. Until October 9, you can order the special Onward and Lightning McQueen menu items. This includes ‘Ian & Barley's Pink Sunset Blue Mallow Tea’ and ‘Lightning McQueen's Kachow Lightning Hamburger Sandwich.’ You can see the full menu lineup here. It makes you want to watch Pixar movies all day then grab some Pixar food! Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear from Toy Story 3 will have his own special menu items too: the ‘Lots-o's Strawberry Chicken Hamburger’ and ‘Lots-o'-s Strawberry Drink.’ These will be served from October 10 to November 24. The cafe has its own collection of PIXAR FEST merchandise in three different types: the "PIXAR FEST Series" which uses the cafe's main visual for its design, the "Vintage Series" which uses a cute purple, and the "Alien Mix" which has a pop design with the Little Green Men from Toy Story. Customers can also receive a limited-edition OH MY CAFE sticker if they order something from the menu, buy some merchandise, and post their thoughts about the cafe and their items on Twitter with the hashtags #キャンペーン #PIXAR FESTカフェで最高の思い出を作ろう #OHMYCAFE. Be sure to get involved if you’re in Japan this summer and autumn. PIXAR FEST at OH MY CAFE is a dreamland for Pixar fans, and is best experienced in person. ©Disney/Pixar Information
PIXAR FEST OH MY CAFE
Tokyo
OH MY CAFE TOKYO / August 28, 2020 – November 15, 2020
Address: Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku (Floor 3F), 4-30-3 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Osaka
kawara CAFE&DINER Shinsaibashi / August 28, 2020 – November 17, 2020
Address: Shinsaibashi OPA (Floor 9F), 1-4-3 Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
Nagoya
kawara CAFE&KITCHEN Nagoya PARCO / September 4, 2020 – November 24, 2020
Address: Nagoya PARCO South Building (Floor 5F), 3-29-1 Sakae, Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture
Pixar Fest OH MY CAFE Official Website: https://pf2020.ohmycafe.jp/
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In an effort to ensure the safety and protect the health of guests and staff, Universal Studios Japan (USJ) introduced strict measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 on June 8, 2020, such as limiting the number of people who could enter the park each day and enforcing thorough cleaning routines. This enabled the park to reopen after its temporary closure. It has since been able to deliver its scope of fun and excitement to guests, albeit in a more structured way.
USJ wants to make wearing masks more fun too, and so it is releasing a range of character-inspired face masks, such as Snoopy, Elmo and the Cookie Monster, on August 7. Part of the money made from sales of these masks will be donated to the USJ Wonder Kids Program which helps support children in need. Universal Studios Japan original design masks
The masks' unique designs take the mouths of each character. These can be worn together with each respective characters' headband which are also sold at USJ. Designs include Elmo, Cookie Monster, Snoopy, Tim, Jurassic Park, and Jaws. Photos provided by Universal Studios Japan.HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights © JKR. (s20)Minions and all related elements and indicia TM & © 2020 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.TM & © 2020 Universal Studios.© 2020 Peanuts© '76, '20 SANRIO© 2020 Sesame WorkshopTM & © Universal Studios & Amblin EntertainmentTM & © Universal Studios.TM Universal Studios.Information
Universal Studios Japan Original Design Face Masks
Release Date: August 7, 2020
Price: Single Mask – ¥900 (Tax Included) / Set of Two – ¥1,500 (Tax Included)Universal Studios Japan Official Website: https://www.usj.co.jp/