CONTRIBUTORS
#Mansaku Kashiwai
Editor-in-Chief, NiEW / President, NiEW Inc. / Director, CINRA, Inc.
Born in Tokyo in 1981. While working as an artist as a member/producer of the band "Mechanero", he was involved in the production of various artists' works as an engineer. In 2006, he founded CINRA, Inc. as a director, and manages the business as a manager and editor-in-chief of the online store, music label, and culture space "MADO" (Shibuya Hikarie), centering on the culture media "CINRA.NET". As an event producer, he is responsible for the free admission music event "exPoP!!!!! and culture festival "NEWTOWN", and music festival "CROSSING CARNIVAL". In July 2022, he established "NiEW Inc.", a culture company that works with artists, teams, and organizations that present alternatives in all fields, and newly established the artist business, media business, and event business. Established artist business, media business, and event business.
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PICK UP
#MUSIC
SIRUP Reflects on Past, Present, and Future: Emphasizes the Importance of Living by Personal Values
#MUSIC
An Interview with Yui Shetona: The Story of a Top Graduate with a Contrarian Approach at Music College
#MOVIE
Revolutionizing Drama: She Loves To Cook, And She Loves To Eat Ushers in a New Dramas Era
#OTHER
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Review – Unveiling Challenges in Japanese-Made Blockbuster Games
#BOOK
Major Event Takes Center Stage Amidst the Album Release Aftermath
#MUSIC
Madchester Revisited: Exploring the Phenomenon that Enveloped the United Kingdom
#MUSIC
ROSE RECORDS Turns 20: Delving into DIY with Keiichi Sokabe
#OTHER
MIYASHITA PARK: Where Style Meets Sustainability in Shopping
#MUSIC
Music Festival: Present and Future – Insights from Music Sociologist Junichi Nagai
#BOOK
Anticipating Tomorrow in Today’s Tapestry
#OTHER
Exploring Nihonbashi Coredo Muromachi Terrace: A Haven for Taiwan Culture Aficionados
#MUSIC
The Current Pulse: Carsick Cars Reflect on China’s Band Boom
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NiEW Best Music is a playlist featuring artists leading the music scene and offering alternative styles in our rapidly evolving society. Hailing from Tokyo, the NiEW editorial team proudly curates outstanding music that transcends size, genre, and nationality.