Designer KEITA MARUYAMA has launched the first in a series of collaborations with the Chiyonofuji Project at the pop-up event ‘KEITA MARUYAMA Lucky Charms Market’ at Ginza Mitsukoshi. The items are also available at the KEITA MARUYAMA Official Online Store.     Chiyonofuji Mitsugu, nicknamed ‘The Wolf,’  was a professional sumo wrestler and the 48th yokozuna of the sport. Yokozuna is the highest rank one can achieve, and during his 21-year career, Chiyonofuji set records for most career victories and most wins in the top division, which earned him an entry in the Guinness World Records. The embroidery used in the new collection was supervised by Sawako Sakai, the creator behind the accessory and bag brand wild rose hips. These pieces will include cashmere blend organic cotton knitwear, velvet embroidered drawstring bags, and more.   On January 2, 2022, KEITA MARUYAMA and Chiyonofuji’s son Go Akimoto, welcomed customers at the Ginza Mitsukoshi store.   Message from Go Akimoto, Chiyonofuji ProjectWhen KEITA asked me to collaborate with him, I instantly said “Yes!” Instead of the typical streetwear designs that have been made under the Chiyonofuji brand in the past, these couture-like designs use embroidery, which is KEITA MARUYAMA’s specialty. These products are like rare art pieces. I hope that tons of people will come visit the shop.  Message from Designer KEITA MARUYAMAChiyonofuji was one of the biggest stars of the Showa era. Our generation was so enthralled by his incredible sumo skills, his figure, and his charm. We called him ‘The Wolf,’ and he inspired us. I’m so happy to be able to collaborate like this after all these years. I think everything turned out wonderfully, and the embroidery is top-notch.

Buena Àrte Hostel is a revolutionary new hostel set to open in the Ryōgoku area of Tokyo on September 14, 2019. In response to the increase in the number of foreigners staying in Tokyo, and especially in anticipation of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paralympics－when numbers are expected to skyrocket－Japan's capital is well underway in developing more accessible accommodation options for foreign travellers, from hotels to hostels.   Hostels in particular are a huge focus for the city, and so more and more of them are opening. Catered to younger people and travellers, hostels are a much cheaper accommodation option when compared to hotels, and thus are likely to increase the number of days in which people will stay.   However, what is considered much more valuable for foreign travellers is the level of comfort, cleanliness, and safety. Buena Àrte Hostel is all of these and more, meaning even somebody travelling on their own can feel safe and secure. With over 200 pieces of art adorning its walls, it is the world's first art-centred capsule hotel, focusing on "fun, comfort, and encounters." The hostel has collaborated with globally-active artists and up-and-coming illustrators to bring their art to the walls of the communal spaces, restaurant, and even bedrooms. A lot of the pieces you can buy too.   Found in over 160 of the bedrooms are illustrations drawn by artists who want to convey the fun and excitement of travel. These illustrations are exclusive as they were drawn for the hostel and so there is only one of each in the world. There are around 60 rooms without illustrations yet, so the hostel is asking for submissions. If your illustration is picked, the hostel will offer you a free night with breakfast and dinner as thanks. You can find more details on the official website. Buena Àrte Hostel has its own cafe and restaurant on the first floor, the Buena Cafe & Dining Bar, where guests including foreign tourists can enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine. The "Washoku Plate" is a meal set aimed at those arriving from overseas so they can enjoy a filling portion of Japanese-style cuisine. It includes everything from sukiyaki to tempura, kushikutsu, and more. It also includes Japanese sake. The bar sells other drinks too including wine, whisky and highball. The closest station to Buena Àrte Hostel is Ryōgoku Station. Ryōgoku is a district of Tokyo filled with Japanese tradition. It is home to Ryōgoku Kokugikan, which is considered the holy ground of sumo wrestling, as well as the Sumida Hokusai Museum which houses works by the famous ukiyo-e painter Hokusai, the Japanese Sword Museum, the traditional Japanese garden Former Yasuda Garden, the Edo-Tokyo Museum－the list goes on. And all of these places and more are within 10-minutes' walking distance from Buena Àrte Hostel.   ©2003-2019 valuepress CO,LTD. ALL RIGHT RESERVED.

Ryogoku Edo Noren will have been open for 2 years on November 25, 2018. To celebrate, the restaurant and shopping complex will host a series of events over the course of three days. The establishment is a restoration of the former Ryogoku Station building that was built in 1929. It was renovated and re-opened in November 2016 as a place for people to enjoy Edo-style cuisine.   To celebrate turning two-years-old, a range of events will take place at Noren from November 23 to 25 including sumo performances, as well as special discounts on the best sake at each restaurant inside. Select restaurants are also holding an all-you-can-drink service.   Join the celebrations and enjoy Edo culture at Ryogoku Edo Noren.

Edo Neko Chaya is a new Edo-style cat café opening in Tokyo on June 15 for a limited period where you can enjoy the world of ukiyo-e while playing with real cats.

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The concept behind this event is: "A rumour between the residents of an Edo 'nagaya' and cats. Travellers from across the country catch sound of the rumour and come to get a glimpse."   The nagaya was a type of living quarters in the Edo period made like a row of houses. The cat café building is made to look like one of these. Ukiyo-e paintings and models will decorate inside and bring to life the street and atmosphere of the Edo period. There will be several zones inside building, including the cat tea room, cat 'red light district,' cat bath, cat nagaya, and cat plaza. Each area will be furnished with ukiyo-e that fit the scene, bringing to life the world of Edo.  You'll have the chance to learn about the deep relationship between the people of Edo and cats through the commentaries of each ukiyo-e piece.

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The majority of the cats at Edo Neko Chaya are rescue cats. The number of rescue cats remains high as a result of the country's record breaking cat boom. To raise awareness of this issue, part of the proceedings made at the café will go towards support funds tackling the issue of stray cats.   A range of original merchandise will also be sold including t-shirts, cushions, purses, book covers, phone cases, towels, hand towels, clear files, tatami coasters, stickers and more. Artists fond of cats have also agreed to support tackling the issue of homeless cats by selling limited-edition ema plaques.   But it doesn't stop there. There will also be a chance to enjoy Edo's food culture at -Ryogoku- Edo NOREN, join in a campaign being held in collaboration with Sumida Hokusai Museum, and more.   Immerse yourself in the world of Edo and cats at the Edo Cat Café!    

An Edo-style cat café will bring to life the world of ukiyo-e with real cats you can play with. The Edo Cat Cafe will run from June 15 to August 31 this year at the event space outside the West Entrance at JR Ryogoku Station.   The concept behind this event is: "A rumour between the residents of an Edo 'nagaya' and cats. Travellers from across the country catch sound of the rumour and come to get a glimpse."   The nagaya was a type of living quarters in the Edo period made like a row of houses. The cat café building is made to look like one of these. Ukiyo-e paintings and models will decorate inside and bring to life the street and atmosphere of the Edo period. There will also be entrances, streets and staircases for cats to use. You'll be able to enjoy a unique experience and take photos while playing with cats in what will really feel just like the world of Edo.       There will be several zones inside building, including the cat tea room, cat 'red light district,' cat bath, cat nagaya, and cat plaza. Each area will be furnished with ukiyo-e that fit the scene, bringing to life the world of Edo. As well as being able to take photos with the cats anywhere inside the café, you'll also have the chance to learn about the deep relationship between the people of Edo and cats through the commentaries of each ukiyo-e piece. There'll even be a merchandise corner to purchase original goods related to cats.   But it doesn't stop there. There will also be a chance to enjoy Edo's food culture at -Ryogoku- Edo NOREN, join in a campaign being held in collaboration with Sumida Hokusai Museum, and more. Part of the proceedings made at the café will go towards tackling the problem of homeless cats. Cat-loving artists are also set to cooperate in the event and they will produce original ema plaques.   If you're also a cat-lover then don't miss out on this unique Edo and cat café mashup!  

Shibuya-Aoyama Gakuin Basho are set to hold Oosumo de Sekai to Tsunagaru Mirai e Tsunagu on 8 August 2018. The event aims to connect the world through professional sumo wrestling for the future.

The event will be held in the Aoyama area of Shibuya, known as the hub for cutting-edge culture, art and information. Numerous plans are being schemed so that people who have never seen a sumo match before can easily enjoy one.

 

Tickets go on sale from 10:00am on June 20th. Tickets are expected to sell out quickly, so be sure to mark the date on your calendar to get yours early!