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Some of you may curse the day that you – or perhaps more likely, your partner – heard of Marie Kondo. Ever since her ...

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Billboard Japan sat down with BABYMETAL for its Monthly Feature series spotlighting artists and releases of note today. The ...

My first major concert experience turned out to be one of the most unforgettable nights of my life—because it was none other than BABYMETAL, organized by Pulp ...

KYOTO—A sign on a train platform directs visitors to “The Future,” a pink-colored venue filled with cuteness that has made ...

Malaysia’s adoration for Japanese kawaii (Japanese for cute) metal band Babymetal roared to life once again at Zepp KL on ...

The collectibles market may offer a viable blueprint for cultivating lifelong engagement from a new generation of art ...

Explore Tokyo’s most Instagrammable, non-touristy spots—from design-forward hotels and secret bars to retro cafes and ...

When winter sets in and the night drags on, the Jardin d'Acclimatation rekindles the flame. From December 10, 2025 to March 8 ...

Japan’s kawaii culture is more than cute—it’s a global movement reshaping fashion, branding, and emotional connection.