April 2003 - Introductory Issue Content
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Special Feature |
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Japanese Textiles — Colors Alive
Color from natural dyes is not merely color—it is light, it is life. Meet two of Japan's Living National Treasures of textile who take you into the universe from its birth through its history. |
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Features |
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Tales Told in Shades of White
Uchiumi unveils his newest art installation in washi. White suggests all colors, evokes emotion, and concentrates our thoughts.
Humanoid Robots Speak to the Soul
Turning away from destruction and violence in society, Japan creates humanoid robots that will serve us, make us smile, and improve the world. |
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Gardens |
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The Irises of Early Summer Merit a Pilgrimage
Here's an invitation to the world's largest collection of irises.
Still Garden-Ryoanji—photography and text by Tadayuki Naito
This legendary masterpiece of Zen landscape delights your spirit and mind. |
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Fashion |
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Harajuku — Cradle of the Cutting Edge
This magnet draws fashion creators and consumers around the world. Harajuku, the vanguard of Japan's fashion and trends, always intrigues. |
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"JAPONISM" Brings Harmony to the World
Its fluidity and softness enchant the fashion scene. We spotlight Japonism in the 2003 collections, and the New Japonism of young Japanese designers. |
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Beauty |
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White Heat—A fair complexion and healthy translucent skin are the ideal.
This new standard for facial care captivates the world. |
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Living |
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Scrolling up
Japanese scrolls, folding screens turn tradition into a new form of modern art.
My Vital Space—Where Every Object Tells a Story
Richard Collasse, President and Representative Director of Chanel, fills his treasured Japanese home with Asian antiques. |
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Gourmet |
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Sushi — The Alajmo Brothers Meet the Real Thing
Join the youngest Michelin three-star chef and his partner-brother from Italy as they experience authentic sushi in Tokyo. |
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Departments |
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Works—abstract and words by Toko Shinoda
Calligraphy or abstract art? Internationally renowned artist Toko Shinoda brings you the world of sumi.
KATEIGAHO Views—Interviews with three leading figures who keep traditions alive in modern times: Sen Soshitsu (Tea), Umewaka Rokuro (Noh)
Arts & Culture—KATEIGAHO spots stimulating new achievements and ideas.
Book Review / Modern Art / Contemporary Art / Music / Film / Theater / Gourmet / Craft
Horoscope—Vedic Astrology |
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Et Cetera |
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From the Editor
Index
About the first issue of KATEIGAHO International Edition
Subscription Offer
Readers Questionnaire
Selections from the Issue in Japanese
Cover:
photography by Kayoko Asano
hair & make-up by George Morikawa
styling by Maki Ogura
model: yukie |
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