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FULL SET WITH MILES MEDINA ON YOUTUBE Chōchin, or traditional Japanese lanterns, have kept Japan’s nights alive for centuries. Built from washi stretched over split bamboo ribs, they compress, expand, travel, and endure. Their structure is simple, yet innovative: a spiral of bamboo shaved thin…

Login.jp presents: The Shoten, a series where we curate performances by DJs in various local 商店 (Shōten), or stores, across Japan to archive their unique vibes, culture, and the real Japanese experience through music. As Japan continues to lose beloved businesses to its aging and dwindling…

FULL SET IN OUR BIO “Even as the world becomes more digital, Japanese people still find peace in making something tangible. That’s why we continue to choose paper, it gives us a sense of permanence.” Toyohisa Suyama, 77, owner of the family-run Suyama Bunboguten located in Kamata, offers a glimpse…

FULL MIX ON YOUTUBE Overlooking the ocean at the northernmost tip of Sado Island stands the 167-meter monolith Oonogame. It is said that the "game" in Oonogame originates from the Ainu word for "god," and the torii gate standing tall against the vast natural landscape serves to protect maritime…

FULL MIX WITH SAMO ON YOUTUBE In Japan's mountainous landscape, terraced rice fields are a common sight. For centuries, rice has been one of the country's most important food sources and a valuable commodity paid as tax to local lords. To cultivate it, people carved rice paddies into the…

FULL MIX WITH SAMO ON YOUTUBE In Japan's mountainous landscape, terraced rice fields are a common sight. For centuries, rice has been one of the country's most important food sources and a valuable commodity paid as tax to local lords. To cultivate it, people carved rice paddies into the…

FULL MIX with SHERELLE ON YOUTUBE Tabi are traditional Japanese socks worn with kimono and other forms of Japanese dress, distinguished by their unique split-toe design that separates the big toe from the others. Their origins can be traced back to the Heian period, when a type of footwear…

FULL MIX with SHERELLE ON YOUTUBE Tabi are traditional Japanese socks worn with kimono and other forms of Japanese dress, distinguished by their unique split-toe design that separates the big toe from the others. Their origins can be traced back to the Heian period, when a type of footwear…

FULL MIX WITH SEIJI ODA ON YOUTUBE Since the Edo period, tofu has been the daily choice of Japanese people and has remained so to this day. The beloved food has taken a life of its own in Japan, from being made into firm tofu and silken tofu to deep-fried namaage and aburaage. From once being sold…

FULL MIX WITH SEIJI ODA ON YOUTUBE Since the Edo period, tofu has been the daily choice of Japanese people and has remained so to this day. The beloved food has taken a life of its own in Japan, from being made into firm tofu and silken tofu to deep-fried namaage and aburaage. From once being sold…

FULL MIX WITH starRo ON YOUTUBE Mirroring the nation's transformation from feudal society to global industrial powerhouse, and synonymous with the bustling rhythm of its cities, Japan's vast railway system is a globally unrivaled marvel of engineering. Following the 1872 opening of the first line…

FULL MIX WITH starRo OUT ON YOUTUBE Mirroring the nation's transformation from feudal society to global industrial powerhouse, and synonymous with the bustling rhythm of its cities, Japan's vast railway system is a globally unrivaled marvel of engineering. Following the 1872 opening of the first…

FULL MIX WITH HARUKA ON YOUTUBE For over a millennium, the refined clarity of Sake, or Japanese rice wine, has flowed through the heart of Japanese spirituality and social ritual, evolving from a sacred offering for the gods into the drink of choice for many across the country. While its origins…

FULL MIX WITH ZENDO ON YOUTUBE As a cornerstone of Japanese urban life for centuries, the sento (public bathhouse) has served as far more than a place for hygiene; it is a vital communal vessel where social hierarchies dissolve in the steam. Emerging in the Edo period, these bathhouses became the…

FULL MIX WITH ZENDO ON YOUTUBE As a cornerstone of Japanese urban life for centuries, the sento (public bathhouse) has served as far more than a place for hygiene; it is a vital communal vessel where social hierarchies dissolve in the steam. Emerging in the Edo period, these bathhouses became the…

FULL MIX WITH BARRY CAN'T SWIM OUT ON YOUTUBE With roots tracing back to the late Edo and early Meiji periods, when street-side food stalls began grilling inexpensive cuts of chicken for the working class, Yakitori, or grilled chicken skewers, have become an art of transforming humble ingredients…

FULL SET ON YOUTUBE Long before automobiles took to the road, racing in Japan first found its modern form through horse racing. Introduced in the mid-19th century, organized competition established an early appreciation for speed, discipline, and performance. As Japan industrialized in the 20th…

Long before hair was a matter of fashion, it was a marker of identity in Japan. From the chonmage topknot, a style with a shaved crown, neatly bound hair signaling discipline and status, of the samurai to the Edo-period townspeople who expressed personality through subtle variations of cut and…

FULL VIDEO ON YOUTUBE Long before hair was a matter of fashion, it was a marker of identity in Japan. From the chonmage topknot, a style with a shaved crown, neatly bound hair signaling discipline and status, of the samurai to the Edo-period townspeople who expressed personality through subtle…

FULL SET WITH @milesmedina IN OUR BIO Chōchin, or traditional Japanese lanterns, have kept Japan’s nights alive for centuries. Built from washi stretched over split bamboo ribs, they compress, expand, travel, and endure. Their structure is simple, yet innovative: a spiral of bamboo shaved thin…

HOUSE MIX WITH RAT OUT NOW LINK IN BIO! Katsuji (活字), or metal movable type, is more than just a printing technique — it’s a physical embodiment of Japan’s written heritage. While woodblock printing dominated much of the Edo period, influenced by ideas from Europe and Korean in the 16th and 17th…

HOUSE MIX WITH RAT OUT NOW LINK IN BIO! Katsuji (活字), or metal movable type, is more than just a printing technique — it’s a physical embodiment of Japan’s written heritage. While woodblock printing dominated much of the Edo period, influenced by ideas from Europe and Korean in the 16th and 17th…

FULL MIX AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE Marzy enters The Shoten Negi, or Japanese green onion, is more than a kitchen staple; it’s a quiet emblem of seasonality, care, and craftsmanship. Cultivated for centuries, negi has long been cherished for its delicate balance of sharpness and sweetness, with its…

FULL PRACTICE SESSION ON OUR YOUTUBE Today, the bow and arrow are often associated with archery as seen in Olympic competition, where athletic precision and physical skill reign supreme. In Japan, however, Kyūdō, or the Way of the Bow, carries a far older and deeper resonance. Emerging from the…

FULL MIX ON YOUTUBE Today, the bow and arrow are often associated with archery as seen in Olympic competition, where athletic precision and physical skill reign supreme. In Japan, however, Kyūdō, or the Way of the Bow, carries a far older and deeper resonance. Emerging from the discipline of the…

Ambient Mix with Matcha - Full Mix in our Bio In recent years, Japanese tea — especially matcha — has found viral fame around the world. But beyond the trend lies 茶道 (chadō), the Way of Tea: a practice that emerged in the 9th century and evolved under the influence of tea masters like Sen no Rikyū…

FULL SET IN OUR BIO Edo Fūrin are traditional Japanese glass wind chimes that trace their origins back to the Edo period (1603–1868), when the soft, high-pitched sound of wind through glass was believed to cool the listener and ward off misfortune. Unlike mass-produced chimes, each Edo Fūrin is…

FULL SET IN OUR BIO Edo Fūrin are traditional Japanese glass wind chimes that trace their origins back to the Edo period (1603–1868), when the soft, high-pitched sound of wind through glass was believed to cool the listener and ward off misfortune. Unlike mass-produced chimes, each Edo Fūrin is…

FULL SET LINK IN BIO! The JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) car culture is one of the most influential automotive communities in the world. From 1000hp monster Supras and GT-Rs tearing through the metropolitan expressways, to the drift machines like the AE86 and RX-7s carving up the touge, the JDM…

The JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) car culture is one of the most influential automotive communities in the world. From 1000hp monster Supras and GT-Rs tearing through the metropolitan expressways, to the drift machines like the AE86 and RX-7s carving up the touge, the JDM scene is incredibly rich…