In addition to the “Harajuku Girl” gaining popularity in the States, it seems as though people are getting more and more serious with Cosplay. The effort being put into creating these costumes, and even the attitude and enthusiasm… It all shows that some Americans have really found a deep liking to the Japanese lifestyle… Check [...]
More Harajuku Stuff In The Mainstream
While I was checking my myspace, I saw this ad… I gave my “high brow” to this. But it figures when I saw the HP ad… If you didn’t know, Gwen Stefani is sponsored by HP. And you know how Gwen Stefani “introduced” Harajuku girls to the world…
Cosplay In America
I recently attended the San Francisco Wondercon event this weekend. Aside from all the comics, I saw some really cool Cosplayers. Unfortunately, only one of my pics turned out good.
Pics by Deb Aoki. Except the Sailor Moon, that one was by me.
By Deb Aoki
By Deb Aoki. By Edward Merrin.
Ayumi Hamasaki– The Goddess Kogal
It is without a doubt, Ayumi Hamasaki is the J-Pop queen. She’s won numerous awards, and has risen to become one of Japan’s most popular and influential pop singers of all time. But what many people don’t realize is that her look and her style is tied to the Kogal subculture. Don’t be surprised [...]
