Japanese artist’s puzzling “spot the killer” murder mystery has net baffled
Japanese illustrator Shida (@shida_7) has a talent for dark and thought-provoking artwork that has just enough detail combined with an air of mystery that invites…
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Join in on the fun and get creative at a ‘POSCA Paint Party’ this September
Get your creativity flowing this September with this special online ‘POSCA Paint Party’. Limited to just 100 lucky participants, the POSCA Paint Party will be…
Artist’s dazzlingly realistic Eevee illustrations jump off the page
Very few Pokémon can challenge the popularity of Pikachu, but with its own lingerie set and army of dancers at the famous Pikachu Outbreak parade…
TeamLab art exhibition turns acorn forest into a gorgeous wonderland of color
TeamLab is a group that creates art work with the latest digital technology. They are an upcoming organization displaying amazing artwork in both Japan and…
Japanese artist’s stunning photograph-esque illustrations look like a charming anime
It’s hard to look at the illustrations of Kouki Ikegami (@winter_parasol) and not feel as if you’re looking at the concept art for a gorgeous…
Artist crafts stunning pencil lead Buster Sword to celebrate FF7 Remake release
As much of the gaming world is excitedly strolling down RPG memory lane with the Final Fantasy VII Remake, Japanese Twitter user and pencil lead…
Popular Japanese illustrator Fuzichoco releases gorgeous artbook: Saigenkyo
Fans of Japanese illustration, especially so-called “anime style” art are probably familiar with Fuzichoco. The talented and prolific artist is one of the most famous…
Japanese artists summon anti-plague demon to battle coronavirus
The ghosts, demons, and spirits of Japanese folklore are known as yokai. Yokai can be friendly, neutral, and even malevolent (the famous “Momo” sculpture and…
Try Making the Japanese Ancient Craft Kurumi-E Yourself
Kurumi E is a unique Japanese craft with wonderful 3D effect designs created by the sponge or cotton fabric put underneath the Japanese paper or…
Artist recreates scenes of Japan through pleasing pastel-colored illustrations
From the bright crimson of toriis and temples, to the rainbow of neon lights in Shinjuku and all the way to the distant blue of…
Japanese Artist Kazuho Imaoka Gorgeously Illustrates Beautiful Women And Their Cats
The Japanese art style of bijinga (美人画, “beautiful person picture”) is typically observed as artwork of beautiful women popular as ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Bijinga often…
Unique Texture Thermos Series With Designs Inspired By Japan’s Traditional Art And Nature
Region and season special edition tumblers from Starbucks are always a popular souvenir with overseas visitors, travelers who may want to reflect on the more…
Create Over A Million Original Face Illustrations with Cre8tiveAI’s Deep Learning Tool “Sai”
Imagine you’re trying to make a game by yourself or as an independent software developer with a shoestring budget and you need some illustrated characters,…
Find 500 Years of History in Okayama’s Picturesque Kurashiki
John Carroll for JAPAN Forward It is a somewhat curious experience walking through the streets of the Bikan old merchant district in Kurashiki, the second…
Japanese Body Paint Artist Hikaru Cho Shows Off Surreal Animal-Human Creations At New Exhibit
Japanese artist Hikaru Cho has made quite the creative reputation for herself with surreal artwork, most notably her reality bending body painting that sometimes looks…