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  • Canvas Updates Creatives Listings

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    As you’ve probably noticed, I’m a big fan of the Tokyo creatives community site Canvas, developed by my friend Mark McFarlane — and I daresay that PauseTalk played a small role in inspiring its creation (at least Mark was nice enough to say that). I like regularly going to the “Activity” page to see what…

  • When the Night Comes

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    One of the things I love about Tokyo is how you come across these interesting juxtapositions of old and modern. It’s usually why sci-fi settings that take inspiration from Tokyo (like Blade Runner) feel so interesting and alive. Photo by Sean Brecht, found on Canvas.

  • Salaryman Buddha

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    The “Salaryman Buddha,” as drawn by Andrew Browne. Found via Canvas.

  • Kawa

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    Kawa is a beautiful zine produced as part of the Neko Box subscription service, and comes included in packages you receive from them. It acts as a curated guide of spots to check out in Tokyo. This Canvas post shows it off nicely.

  • Day Into Night

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    Lovely early morning shot taken from the base of Rainbow Bridge by Tokyo-based photographer Sean Brecht. Found via Canvas.

  • Soy Shape

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    I really love this video that shows how my buddy Duncan Shotton is putting together his latest product, the limited edition Soy Shape dipping dishes. As you’ll see, one of the difficult aspects of the process is the packaging, which is done by hand by Duncan and his lovely wife (pictured). Found via Canvas.

  • Baby Halloween Frappuccino

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    Just in time for Halloween — and yes, in certain parts of Tokyo, parents do organize trick-or-treat outings in some neighborhoods — a fun little illustration by Tokyo-based illustrator Fern Choonet. Found via Canvas.

  • Kimono + Bucket

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    I quite like this photo by Tokyo-based photographer Marco Tjokrosantoso. Found via Canvas.

  • Izakaya Infographic

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    This is but a tiny section of a large infographic produced for Gurunavi, to entice people on the joys of the izakaya. It was created by Mr. Papriko. Found via Canvas, where you can view the full image.

  • Illustrating Loftwork

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    Beautiful illustration created for Loftwork — parent company of the excellent FabCafes — by Alessandro Bioletti. Found via Canvas.