AP Kitty’s popularity is emblematic of the global craze for cute things. In Japan the phenomenon, known as kawaii, dates back to at least the 17th century, when artists started producing ...
“Shrewd” is how Mika Nishimura, a design professor at Tokyo’s Meisei University, describes the way Hello Kitty conquered the worlds of commerce, fashion ... of “kawaii,” which is ...
“LifeWear is more than just clothing; it’s a way of living and embodies the Japanese value of simplicity, quality, and longevity,” expresses Mr. Yanai. In their body of work spanning four ...