Lifestyle Jan 13, 2019
Step into Sawano Kobo, an unusual mix of sandals and music
by Kaori Shoji
Traditional Japanese footwear and European jazz make a bizarre but successful combination at the Sawano Kobo store in Osaka.
Sumo Nov 23, 2018
Sumo 101: Wrestlers' clothing and footwear
by John Gunning
Sumo is a world where success or failure in the ring has direct and tangible effects on a wrestler's life. The more you win, the better your situation becomes in many ways. One visible sign of how well a rikishi is doing is what's on his ...
Style & Design Jun 3, 2016
Daughter on board to succeed family-owned geta footwear business
by Mai Yoshikawa
A mix and match of modern and classic is not rare these days, in music Beyonce and Schubert, in cuisine cocktail and sushi, in fashion jeans and geta. No need to wait for a special occasion to glam up your feet with geta ...
Style & Design | ON: DESIGN Oct 31, 2015
Updating tradition at Tokyo Design Week
by Mio Yamada
Promoting Japan's artisanal history and new design Established in 2005, Tokyo Design Week has done an admirable job of showcasing Japanese creators both major and minor. Unfortunately, this year has been a bit of a let-down from past years' presentations. Much smaller in scale and ...
People | 20 QUESTIONS Aug 22, 2015
Chie Suzuki: 'I'm always thinking about what to make next'