Japan Nanotech Fashion

The folks from Japanese research collaboration Life Beans yesterday displayed their nanotech fiber clothes at the Micromachine/ MEMS exhibition at Tokyo Big Sight. On display was a dress that incorporated nanotechnology which can be used to heat or cool the wearer, and ultimately allow the whole dress to become an electrical device itself.

BEANS or Bio Electomechanical Autonomous Nano Systems, is a collaboration project between a number of universities and science institutes throughout Japan and are the same team responsible for the glowing glucose tracking mouse ear. The technology on display yesterday incorporates a new fabrication process that allows more flexible layers of conductive cells within clothes. Woven into dresses or protective vests, for example, mean that the wearer can be cooled or heated depending on the temperature by activating the nanocells and also enable the transference of electronic data through the clothes themselves. 

The nanotechnology in the clothes is capable of being utilized in a variety of ways, including turning the article of clothing into a mobile phone complete with GPS, recording data for sports and health care, or even ubiquitous data exchange by using the fabric as the circuit board itself. With the advancement in flexibility and the ability to weave the layers of conductive materials into fabrics, wearable technology could be integrated into normal everyday clothes.

Communication clothing is a growing area where, as we are increasingly seeing, fashion and electronics become closer combined together. As we rely on electronic data and portable devices more and more in our lives and jobs this type of advancement in technology will be pushing the boundaries of how we communicate with our devices in the future. 

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Unagi - Grilled eel

Grilled unagi is a relatively expensive in Japan, prized not only for its flavor but also for its legendary stamina-giving properties. It's traditionally eaten during the hottest part of the summer (on the "Day of the Ox" on the lunar calendar) to provide strength and vitality for the rest of the year.

Well-prepared unagi combines a rich flavor, a bit like pate, with an appetizing texture, crisp on the outside but succulent and tender on the inside. The cooking process is what makes the eel crisp and tender: The eels are first grilled over hot charcoal, then steamed to remove excess fat, then seasoned with a sweetish sauce and grilled a second time. In the Kansai area (around Osaka) the steaming step is omitted and the eel is grilled longer, burning off the excess fat and producing an even crisper skin.

The ingredients in the sweet basting sauce are important to the final taste of the unagi, and different restaurants maintain their own secret recipes. The quality of the charcoal used is also important: The best charcoal is made from hard oak from Wakayama in central Japan, and the aromatic smoke adds a special flavor to the eel as it's grilling.

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Wasabi the japanese horseradish

Wasabi is Japanese horseradish. It's a green paste used on a variety of foods including seafoods and noodles. Sashimi (raw fish) is dipped into a mix of soy sauce and wasabi.

Wasabi is not an easy plant to grow and powdered wasabi actually can be a mix of western horse radish powder, mustard powder and food coloring. There can also be mixtures of wasabi and western horse radish.

Naturally, it's quite hot and a little goes a long way. Do not try to put wasabi on something the way you would squeeze out mustard; otherwise, the food you put it on could become almost inedible unless you like really, really spicy food.

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AKB48 Japan Group Cafe in Singapore

AKB48 is Japanese famous girl group, with their own theatre performance in Akihabara, Tokyo.. They consists of so many teams and personnels, and actually I also confused with their members and names.

Recently AKB48 try their business sense with opening cafe in Singapore, located at Scape level 3 along the famous Orchard Road.

The cafe has a similar design with their original original Akihabara theatre in the heart of Tokyo.

3 of the AKB48 members, Miyu Takeuchi, Haruka Shimazaki and Maria Abe opened the door from within the café to mark the café’s soft launch

The café in Singapore, which can seat 60, has been designed to replicate AKB48's very own theatre in Japan, where girls with potential to become next-generation idols are given a chance to audition.

Diners can also look forward to exclusive AKB48 video screenings specially created for the cafe here, and get a chance to meet with their idols when they are in town.

Fans will be delighted to know that members of the group are expected to make special appearances on stage, have meals at the cafe or greet fans from time to time.

As for the food, modern Japanese fusion dishes will be served, but the full menu - which will include over 70 dishes and drinks - has yet to be launched.

In the meantime, three set menus for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner will be available, featuring main courses such as Omu Curry Rice and Japone Pasta. Desserts include fruit parfaits and waffles with ice cream.


Three members of AKB48 at the opening of the AKB48 Official Cafe in Singapore.














AKB48 Offical Cafe Singapore Opening menu Special Kaki Gori


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Lady Gaga Pray for Japan Bracelet

Japan just got an 8.9 magnitude earthquake on last March 2011, hit and destroy so many infrastructure and factory. Fashion, as one of Japan icon, was serious effected from the earthquake.

The devastating earthquake that struck Japan has cast doubt on the status of next week’s planned Tokyo Fashion Week 2011 A/W events. We’ve been hearing from reporters and photographers who are set to cover fashion week that they’ve already received several individual show cancellation notices for events that were supposed to happen this week.

The official Japan Fashion Week in Tokyo runway shows and presentations are scheduled to kick off next week, but it’s still not clear at this time if JFW will go on as scheduled or not.


Japan Fashion Week in Tokyo after earthquake

But Japan is not alone facing this disaster. Many celebrities around the world are showing their hand to help Japan. What can celebs and artiste do ? Many celebrities began to create an art product or fashion items to sell as a donation to Japan

A lot of famous designers including Tory Birch and Anna Sui, to thousands of lesser-known artists at Web sites like cafepress.com, New Yorkers are creating products and donating portions of the profits to Japanese earthquake and tsunami relief.

For ceramic artist Ayumi Horie, the day after the Japanese earthquake was the day she started plotting a creative way to raise money for Japan. On the phone from her Hudson Valley studio, Horie sounded sleep-deprived after working 18-20 hours a days int he days following the quake to organize an online auction called Handmade for Japan. Horie enlisted her friends Ai Kanazawa Cheung and Kathryn Pombriant Manzella, plus a team of 15 volunteers in New York and San Diego to recruit artists and maintain a social media presence with a goal of raising $25,000.


American popular singer Lady Gaga also take part. She has designed a bracelet that says "We pray for Japan" in both English and Japanese. It costs $5, but you can make an additional donation at purchase. According to Gaga Daily, the bracelet - which will ship around March 25 - has raised $250,000 so far.

Buy Lady Gaga Japan Earthquake Bracelet here


Lady Gaga designed a "We Pray For Japan" prayer bracelet, buy yours now for $5 in the web store and all proceeds go to Japan tsunami relief.


Gaga is the latest celebrity to reach out and help shed light on the devastation left by the tragic events in Japan. Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, Adam Lambert, Diddy and many more sent their prayers to those affected via Twitter. Britney Spears encouraged fans to donate to relief organizations, tweeting, "So tragic. My heart is breaking for Japan."

"Just heard about the huge earthquake and tsunami in Japan," Kim Kardashian wrote. "My prayers are with everyone in Japan. Seeing all of this footage in Japan is devastating! Please help the people of Japan by texting REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation."

Japan worldwide fashion brand Uniqlo (whose CEO Tadashi Yanai already donated $26 million) and Comptoir des Cotonniers as well as design brand Theory will be accepting clothes donations at their stores worldwide.

A website named Handmade for Japan also help Japan donation by selling an item. Handmade For Japan was born out of concern for Japan's residents by Japanese-American ceramic artist Ayumi Horie. She, Ai Kanazawa Cheung, and Kathryn Pombriant Manzella have mobilized to solicit, promote, and auction handmade pieces of art generously donated by talented artists throughout North America and Japan.




Handmade For Japan's GlobalGiving Fundraiser


Paper cranes made of subway maps, grocery store flyers and other materials made by studens in Jackson Heights, Queens. (Courtesy of Handmade for Japan)


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Japan Uniqlo Jeans and Denims for Boy

For those who are a fashionista, a brand "Uniqlo" is a family name to ears. Uniqlo is a Japanese famous brand, especially for jeans.

Although Uniqlo is a global brand, not every country has its branch. In South East Asia, only Singapore and Malaysia has its branch.

How to buy Uniqlo jeans?

Uniqlo brands are only available in several countries. But many Uniqlo items are offered around forums and websites.For more information, you can visit uniqlo website



Today, Uniqlo has spreading it business widely. Not only Jeans, but it also sell T-Shirts, outerwear, Bottoms, Shirts, Tops and T-Shirts, Knitwear, and Underwear.

Japan Uniqlo Denim is using materials "Made in Japan". The jeans are sewn and processed in Japan. These jeans were created using the KAIHARA Denim. (Denim Renowned by many jeans throughout the world), which offers both beauty and strong durability.

















UNIQLO T-000 ORIGINAL BASICS
Cutting Skinny Fit Tappered
Color Black Dry Denim
Size 29/32
Measurements Waist 76cm Length 104cm Tight 24cm Knee 17cm Leg Opening 16cm
Made in Japan
90% Condition with minimum fading on right knee ( photo seen with blitz effect )
Price Rp.150.000

Watch ユニクロ Uniqlo Jeans Spring Summer 2010 Advertising Campaign Video

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Japanese Women with Short Hairstyle 2011

Japanese are famous for being unique and differently wearing a rock band fashion. Hairstyle has a important part in matching a fashion in Japan. Hairstyle is not only a matter about matching hairstyle and fashion, but your hairstyle will represent your personality.

Long Hairstyle may be the best choice for Women. An old saying that your hair is your crown may be suitable for a long-hair woman. But Short hairstyles are trendy in Japan also, short Japanese hairstyles are very popular among teenage girls.



Short hairstyles are the most versatile hair styles of them all. Whether you opt for extra short pixie hairstyles or stylish bob haircuts, you can easily go from day to night in just a few minutes.

Short summer haircuts are the short ones and the comb downs. Short hairstyles like spikes and crew cuts are great for young boys who like to run head first into everything. The haircut is short and simple allowing them to be active without any mess. Comb downs are also a good hairstyle for young boys. The look provides a different style from shorter cuts yet is still easy to style and manage. For young boys not as active the latter is probably a better choice.



Short hairstyles are very popular among women presently because of the style and versatility of the cut. Short hairstyles can be cut at different lengths and in different ways to obtain different results. Short hair can be styled curly or straight, depending on each persons personal preference. One of the most popular ways or wearing short hair is by wearing it wavy. This will enhance and soften the facial features, making you look more attractive and joyful.

With a short hairstyle, it will make your face more exposed. It is very suitable for those who have a bright and sweet face. However, short hairstyle seems not suitable for girls who want to be look cute. Older will say Women with Short hairstyle is like a boy and more masculine.


Japan Short Hairstyle Photos :










Watch How to cut a short hairstyle by Cute Japanese girl Video here

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