Designer ARUMANA’s hip-hop philosophy, known for his mash-up creations
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Special articles by the NiEW editorial staff
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Drummer Shun Ishiwaka: The Unstoppable Force and His Relentless Pursuit of Challenges
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Korean model and influencer Ran focuses on trends in Japan and Korea
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Shogo of Koenji’s “Fukamidori” vintage clothing store breaks new ground with all the affirmations.
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Tomokazu Suga, Tempalay’s director, talks about STYLE BAND TOKYO, which leads to the present
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Unraveling the Complexity of Human Relationships with Director Rikya Imaizumi
Yoko Hasada
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Quruli’s Original Members on Their New Album: Embracing the Present Moment
Atsutake Kaneko
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Halley Discusses the Background of Rich Sound and a Globally Recognized Sensibility
Yukako Yajima
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Tokyo Festival2023: Yasutake Shimaji and Tamaki ROY ON Their New Work “Ai-no-te”
Fumihisa Miyata
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nico, a former Sawagi member who runs three izakayas in Shimokitazawa, finds common ground with live music
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Betsuyaku Rei talks about the Swallows. She also talks about the unexpected birth of the cheering toy “Umbrella”.
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Kazumasa Tanaka × Isao Takano: The Aesthetics of GRAPEVINE’s Enduring Alternativity
Atsutake Kaneko
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Photographer Munehiro Saito talks about the appeal of Jingu Stadium and the thrill of watching a baseball game
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Shoichi Hasegawa, fan club critic for 12 professional baseball teams, talks about the appeal of the Yakult Swallows.
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A fan for 32 years. Editor Yohei Kumagai talks about the appeal of the strong and weak Swallows.
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Toshihiko Tanabe has won numerous advertising awards. Three things form the foundation of his creativity.
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JP THE WAVY and Lexie Liu: A Dialogue Between Global Trailblazers
Tsuya chan
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Mikio Sakabe sheds light on the unique identity of ‘grounds’ footwear
Kanae Yamada
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Rasmus Faber Weaves EDM and Anime Experience into Bold New Sound
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The Japanese Band That Counts Fans, Not Streams: LOSTAGE Explained
Shoichi Yamamoto
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Laura day romance on “Nemuru”: A Two-Part Journey Through “Walls” and “Bridges”
Fumiaki Amano
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Ryuichi Sakamoto’s Final Years: A Documentary-Trained Director Reflects on the Film
Shoichiro Kotetsu
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rubens on “MELT”: Capturing Life, Loss, and Everyday Beauty in Music
Fumiaki Amano
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mei ehara on “All About McGuffin”: Embracing Doubt, Struggle, and Self-Reflection
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NiEW’S PLAYLIST
NiEW recommends alternative music🆕
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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2026.2.3
my bloody valentine Adds Extra Shows in Tokyo and Osaka
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2026.2.4
my bloody valentine to Return to Japan in February 2026
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2026.2.4
Autechre Returns to Japan After Two Years with Immersive Pitch Black LIVE Show
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2026.2.5
PokéPark KANTO Debuts February 5, Tickets Available November 21
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2026.2.6
Tokyo Live Nights Spotlight Helsinki Lambda Club, Cody・Lee, TENDRE, and Strange Reitaro
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2026.2.7
Vaundy Announces Major Dome Tour, Breaks Record as Youngest Solo Artist to Headline
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2026.2.7
Claude Monet Exhibition ‘A Question to Landscapes’ to Open in Japan in 2026,
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2026.2.7
Taeko Onuki to Make Overseas Debut at LA’s The Wiltern, Tokyo Show Also Announced
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2026.1.30
Ghost in the Shell Marks 30 Years with First-Ever Large-Scale Exhibition
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2026.1.24
Helsinki Lambda Club’s Kaoru Hashimoto Announces Intimate 5-City Solo Tour
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