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Transforming a bank into a “capsule hotel”

Posted on July 16, 2012 by admin

A “Capsule hotel” is a type of hotel, developed in Japan, that features a large number of extremely small “rooms” (capsules) intended to provide cheap and basic overnight accommodation for guests not requiring the services offered by more conventional hotels. … Continue reading →

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Leaf thermometer

Posted on July 11, 2012 by admin

Leaf thermometer shows temperature by changing color. When the temperature is between 20 to 25°C, the leaf will stay its natural green color, but it will turn to yellow when it is higher than 25°C, and brown when lower than … Continue reading →

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“Dot Flowers Crayon” Free Worldwide shipping

Posted on July 4, 2012 by admin

Free worldwide shipping of “Dot Flowers Crayon” is available until July 31st. 19.5 US dollars, or about 15.5 EUR. It has been Japanese design shop’s best seller since its release two weeks ago. The Dot Flowers Crayon set contains six … Continue reading →

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“a1” iPod stand by aiueo

Posted on July 3, 2012 by admin

“a1” iPod stand is the first product launched by aiueo, a new brand started by Workstudio,Inc. It is made of transparent acrylic, and uses special resin casting techniques developed in Japan. It works only with the second and third generation … Continue reading →

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Lyon confluence by Kengo Kuma

Posted on June 28, 2012 by admin

Lyon confluence is an urban renewal project, which will redevelop Lyon’s industrial quarter and a dumping ground into attractive, environmentally friendly offices and apartments. Kengo Kuma was selected to be part of this project. He explains his idea.

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Kayakiji towels

Posted on June 18, 2012 by admin

Kayakiji towels are traditional Japanese towels developed by a collaboration of Nakagawaseishichi Shoten and Mitsou. “Kayakiji” is a special textile which was used for a Mosquito tent in Japan. The super thin 100% cotton material has high water absorbability when … Continue reading →

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Orin

Posted on June 16, 2012 by admin

“Orin” is a bell used by Buddhists over the years. Kyujo-orin, founded in 1908, is a producer of “Orin”, and expanded the usage of “Orin”, and is offering “Orin” as part of daily life. This “Orin” is called “Tenorin”. The … Continue reading →

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3120 by Hiroko Takahashi

Posted on June 15, 2012 by admin

“3120” is a collaboration between Japanese artist Hiroko Takahashi and paper manufacuturers in Gifu prefecture called “Mino washi”. “Mino washi” has a history of producing papers over the past 1300 years. Takahashi designed three patterns: Prism, Bubble, and Forest. The … Continue reading →

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Omega by Hironao Tsuboi

Posted on June 12, 2012 by admin

Japanese designer Hironao Tsuboi designed an armchair titled “Omega” for Arflex Japan. It is made of oak and walnut. It was released in Japan on June 12th. Title: OMEGA Object: ARM CHAIR Client: Arflex Japan Dimensions : W560mm × D497mm … Continue reading →

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Overnight bag by Siwa

Posted on June 7, 2012 by admin

Here is a new addition to Siwa bag series, which are made of special, unbreakable paper called Naoron, and designed by Japanese product designer Naoto Fukasawa. It can hold up to 10kg, and it is unbreakable even if it gets … Continue reading →

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