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Alisa Yamasaki
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jun 20, 2013
'Leo Lionni: Book! Art! Book!'
Leo Lionni was an accomplished painter, sculptor and graphic designer, but he is best known as the acclaimed author and illustrator of popular children's books such as "Swimmy" and "Frederick."
Events / Events Outside Tokyo
Jun 14, 2013
Firefly festivals in the summer capture spirit of growing up in old Japan
It's hard to believe there was a time when fireflies outnumbered the neon lights of Tokyo. Luckily there are still places outside the capital where the glowing insects still reign.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jun 13, 2013
'Matsuda Shohei: A Centennial Retrospective'
Shohei Matsuda (1913-2004), the 2002 winner of the Commissioner for Cultural Affairs Award, was a late bloomer when it came to critical acclaim. It was not until he was in his 50s that people truly began to appreciate his artistic skills. This exhibition not only celebrates 100 years since Matsuda's...
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jun 6, 2013
'World Press " Photo 2013'
Now in its 56th year, the World Press Photo Contest has expanded its categories to include sports and portraiture to reflect those growing trends in photojournalism. The competition attracted more than 5,000 applicants, and the winning photos are currently on world tour, now making its stop in Tokyo....
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jun 6, 2013
'The Beauty of Imari Sometsuke, Underglaze Blue Porcelain Ware: The Platters of Different Patterns'
Imari, sometsuke, Museum of Ceramic Art, Hyogo
CULTURE / Music
May 31, 2013
Rocker Yoshimura dead at 46
Hideki Yoshimura, vocalist and guitarist of noise-punk band Bloodthirsty Butchers has died of acute heart failure at age 46, it was announced Thursday.

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