Japanese Kimono: Modern Styling
Styling with Japanese kimono has been increasingly becoming integral to my personal style. Here are some examples of my modern Japanese kimono styles.
DIY Halter Top with Fringe, Sequin, and Lace Embellishments
An already upcycled halter top is once again transformed into embellished halter top with fringe, lace, and sequin trim details. This top is perfect for social gatherings and dance parties!
My April Notes for 2018
It’s been a while since I wrote last April notes. What happened in the past year has been surreal, and I’m happy to be alive. Thank you for all the support!
Yanakiku at J-Pop Summit 2017: Better than Ever
Beloved J-Pop kimocos duo Yanakiku was back for their 4th J-Pop Summit Festival appearance in San Francisco, and we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to interview them again before watching their mini-concert. Yana and Kiku looked and sounded better than ever, and we cannot wait to see them back next year!
On-Site Meeting with World Order at J-Pop Summit 2016
Interview, Audience Q&A highlights, and live performance of Japanese vocal and dance performance group World Order. Seeing them perform live were the ultimate dream of J-Pop Summit 2016 experience! We hope they come back to San Francisco. Left to right: Yusuke Morisawa, Masato Ochiai, Hayato Uchiyama, Genki Sudo, Akihiro Takahashi, Ryuta Tomita, Takashi Jonishi. Photos by Christian Hadidjaja.
Interview with Sebastian Masuda: The Future is Colorful
It was an enlightening experience to interview Sebastian Masuda during J-Pop Summit 2016. We talked about the Harajuku KAWAII culture, his current “Time After Time Capsule” art project, and the future of Harajuku! Images: Christian Hadidjaja for Fafafoom (unless otherwise stated).
Una’s Return: Interview + Performance at J-Pop Summit 2016
Top Harajuku model and recording artist Una returned to J-Pop Summit 2016! Read more to know her current fashion obsessions, what projects she’s doing, and photos from her Moshi Moshi Nippon performance! Photos by Christian Hadidjaja.