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Living in Japan!

Today’s Watercolor: Obon Cucumber Horse & Eggplant Cow

Posted on August 20, 2014 by superhappyawesome

Hey guys! Wow, it’s been a crazy summer so far. Between my presentation at Otakon and the World Heritage Tour in Tomioka, I’ve barely had time to paint anything, let alone post. Luckily this weekend I finally had a chance … Continue reading →

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Home again, home again!

Posted on August 12, 2014 by superhappyawesome

Home safe and sound in Japan! Thanks for such a wonderful few days, everybody 😀 Way too short, but pretty great for my first trip home in four years. Thanks to everyone that came out to see me, and for … Continue reading →

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Packing for Otakon!

Posted on August 2, 2014 by superhappyawesome

In case you haven’t heard, I’m going to be presenting a panel on Gunma Prefecture–Sunday morning, 11:30 am! (I think there may be more goods to give away in my luggage than clothes, haha.) Anyway, I’d love it if y’all … Continue reading →

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Pikachu with a view: My trip to the Pokemon Cafe in Tokyo

Posted on July 22, 2014 by superhappyawesome

Some times, when living in Japan, one finds oneself at some pretty wacky places. After spending the weekend touring (and tweeting!) the newly designated World Heritage Sites surrounding the Tomioka Silk Mill (more on that soon), I found myself spending … Continue reading →

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Today’s Art: Tomioka Silk Mill Mascots!

Posted on July 18, 2014 by superhappyawesome

In randomly exciting news, I’ve been invited to participate in a two day Tour & Workshop about how to develop promotions for the Tomioka area, home of the Silk Mill, a newly minted UNESCO World Heritage Site. There’s only 8 … Continue reading →

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New Kyary Pamyu Pamyu “Serious Hitomi” English Lyrics Translation

Posted on July 16, 2014 by superhappyawesome

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s newest album Pika Pika Fantajin finally came out last week! While the music videos for Dreams Beginning Ring Ring, Family Party and Kira Kira Killer have all been released, there’s a few songs on the album that … Continue reading →

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New World Order: WakuDoki

Posted on July 15, 2014 by superhappyawesome

  This just in: Toyota wants a viral video hit, and they’ve enlisted our boys in suits to help them get it. There’s a fancy set, there’s a funny monkey, there’s a little bathroom humor, and there’s a wacky dance … Continue reading →

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World Cup Donuts at Krispy Kreme!

Posted on July 9, 2014 by superhappyawesome

Well, the World Cup is wrapping up, and the varied and creative marketing efforts of companies here in Japan are coming to a close. From the McDonald’s Risotto to the Brazil Cup Noodles, there has been a huge range of … Continue reading →

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Tanabata Macarons!

Posted on July 8, 2014 by superhappyawesome

Happy Tanabata! The Star Festival is a romantic holiday in Japan, where two literally star crossed lovers meet once a year across the Milky Way, if the night is clear. I picked up these adorable Tanabata Macarons the other day, … Continue reading →

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