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#Ohata Yoko
After working at a studio and as an assistant, he became an independent photographer in 2011. She continues to take photographs with the hope of affirming people through photography.
https://www.o-hatayo-ko.com/
https://www.instagram.com/ohata_yoko/
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Shintaro Sakamoto Through the Eyes of Tokyo Swindlers’ Director
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Love, Life, and Self-Worth: Yui Shetona’s Guide to Staying True to Yourself
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Odottebakari no Kuni Speaks Out: How “On the Shore” Embraces the Joy of Escape
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Eiko Ishibashi Talks Collaboration with Ryusuke Hamaguchi: The Miracle of ‘Evil Does Not Exist’ and ‘GIFT’
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Rikiya Imaizumi and Ryutaro Ninomiya: closer to real emotions in substantial films
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NiEW’S PLAYLIST
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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.
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2025.8.26
Toyama’s SUKIYAKI Festival Launches Spin-off Events in Tokyo
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2025.8.27
FIEVEL IS GLAUQUE Embark on Japan Debut This August
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2025.8.27
Yaeji Announces August Tokyo Show Following Debut Album Release
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2025.8.28
Kaytranada Announces First Japan Show in Seven Years with Lou Phelps
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2025.8.29
Sweet Love Shower 2025: First Wave of Artists Revealed for 30th Anniversary Celebration
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2025.8.29
August “exPoP!!!!!” Brings Five Acts to NiEW’s Monthly Free Event
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2025.8.30
Gen Hoshino Reveals Dates for MAD HOPE Asia Tour
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2025.8.30
Ryuichi Sakamoto Exhibition Launches in Osaka, Bringing to Life His 18-Year-Old Expo Journey
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2025.8.23
Eve Announces Major K Arena Yokohama Show for 2025 Summer, Celebrating “Under Blue”
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2025.8.23
ONE MUSIC CAMP in Hyogo Adds ACIDMAN, ASOUND, and Gusokumuzu
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PokéPark KANTO Set to Open in Japan Spring 2026 as Pokémon’s First Permanent Attraction
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Aichi 2025 International Art Festival Inspires Regional Resource Exhibition in Seto City
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