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· Bryan Ke
New Japanese ‘Samurai’ Robes for the Winter are the Most Stylish Way to Stay Warm
A new line of Japanese “samurai” robes from fashion brand Trove, inspired by what the samurais used to wear, will help people in Japan stay cool and warm during the country’s ever-changing fall and winter weather. In this new line of clothing, Trove introduced a wool haori…
· Bryan Ke
Wandering Samurai Are Cleaning Up the Streets of Tokyo in Style
A group of eco-friendly individuals is gaining much attention for its amazing work at keeping the environment clean by picking up trash while dressed as samurais. 街中で大声出して喧嘩かと思ったら『ゴミ拾い侍』だった。大きなアクションでゴミ拾いしてて良かった pic.twitter.com/rETkXbb4mR
· Ryan General
White Guy Playing the Flute in Samurai Clothes Causes Major Side-Eye at E3
With its gorgeous visuals and intriguing premise, the upcoming samurai game “Ghost of Tsushima” was undeniably one of the scene-stealers at this year’s Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3). The presentation wowed the audience at the Sony E3 2018 press conference on Monday with its…
· Bryan Ke
Japanese Brand Unveils Outdoor Kimono For People Who Want to Camp Like a Samurai
You can go camping while wearing a kimono thanks to the newly released Japanese apparel from Snow Peak in partnership with Kimono Yamato. The Outdoor Kimono is made up of lightweight, quick-drying and highly breathable trademarked polyester material that the company calls “Dot…
· Bryan Ke
Two Samurais Fighting With Katanas in Mid-Air Using Jetpacks is All You Need Today
Japanese videographer, actor, and inventor Shota Mori has once again proved that nothing is impossible, including flying samurai battles. In the latest video he made for the Japanese company SoftBank as part of its SoftBank Smartphone Junior High School series of videos, he…
· Ryan General
Samurai Clothes Designed For Modern Fashion is What You Need in Your Wardrobe RIGHT NOW
A Japanese fashion brand has unveiled a new unisex collection that lets anyone dress like a cool samurai warrior. Trove has created awesome samurai-inspired wardrobe in recent years such as the popular Wa Robe line, which mixes robe-like clothing with traditional Japanese…
· Ryan General
Man Credits His ‘Wing Chun’ Skills to Surviving Samurai Sword Attack from Girlfriend
A man from Washington who survived his girlfriend’s alleged attempt to kill him with a samurai sword gives credit to his “Wing Chun” skills for living through the attack. Emily Javier, 30, reportedly went on a jealous rage on March 2 after suspecting that her 29-year-old…
· Heather Johnson Yu
Japan Has a Show About a Samurai Who Teams Up With A Cat Too Adorable to Kill
Redditors have recently uncovered the greatest show of all time: “Neko Zamurai”. The show follows a samurai named Madarame Kyutaro, aka Madara the Devil, who’s been ordered to kill a cat named Tomanojo, as it’s been said the kitty is possessing another man’s soul. Naturally, the…
· Ryan General
Japanese Priestess Killed With Samurai Sword During Fight at Shrine
A man wielding an 80-centimeter (31-inch) samurai sword reportedly stabbed his sister, a Shinto priestess, to death, before killing his wife and then finally committing suicide at a popular Japanese shrine. The attacker, identified as 56-year-old Shigenaga Tomioka, allegedly…
· Carl Samson
‘Westworld’ Season 2 May Have Confirmed an Epic New ‘Samurai World’
It’s official: Hiroyuki Sanada (“Helix,” “Lost” and “The Wolverine”) is joining the second season of “Westworld” for multiple episodes, and his character pretty much confirms a new theme park teased in the first season’s mind-blowing finale. Sanada’s casting was confirmed by his…
· Nia Tucker
Kung Fu Kennys and Black Samurai: Rap’s Fetishization of Asian Culture
Ever since the publication of my article “Sorry Asians, My Blackness Is Not Your Counterculture”, I’ve gotten a range of responses from praise, to accusation of hating Asians, click-baiting, and ignoring Asian presence in hip-hop. Now, here is my response to all of you, an…
· Kyle Encina
Japanese Director’s 100th Film is the Most Badass Samurai Movie Ever
Director Takashi Miike’s upcoming film Mugen no jûnin, or “Blade of the Immortal”, features oodles of violence and an extremely badass samurai protagonist. The 57-year-old director is celebrating his 100th film by re-visiting feudal Japan and having vengeance-driven samurai…
· Kyle Encina
Common Cast as Lead Character in ‘Black Samurai’ Series on Starz
Hip-hop star Common will be part of the new Starz series “Black Samurai”, an action-drama show that will feature “exceptional storytelling.” The 1977 blaxploitation film “Black Samurai” was based on a self-titled novel by Marc Olden. Media distributor Starz will be re-imaging…
· Ryan General
Man With Samurai Sword Arrested After Stabbing Cop Outside Presidential Office Building in Taiwan
A samurai sword-wielding man was recently apprehended by Taiwanese authorities on Friday, shortly after attacking a military police officer just outside the island’s Presidential Office Building. In addition to the sword that he stole, 51-year-old Lu Chun-Yi was also reportedly…
· Carl Samson
Japanese Company Makes Adorable Samurai Armor for Cats and Dogs
Cats and dogs have become the newest samurai creatures thanks to a Japanese company dedicated to making it happen. Samurai Age, located in Fukuoka, has been making samurai armor for humans, dolls and sake bottles. So far, helmet caps are the most popular items according to the…
· Ryan General
Tech Bros Accused of Sexual Harassment, Bragging About Hiring ‘Samurai Girls’ For Asia Trip
A California media startup specializing in virtual reality has recently been accused of sexual harassment, sex and gender discrimination and wrongful termination by a former employee. Elizabeth Scott, former Director of Digital and Social Media of UploadVR, filed a suit against…
· Ryan General
Real-Life Tale of the First Black Samurai to Be Made Into Hollywood Movie
Yasuke, believed to be the first black samurai ever, is about to be featured in his own full-length action film adaptation. The planned movie, which will be produced by Mike De Luca and Stephen L’Heureux under Lionsgate Entertainment, will depict the story of the first…
· Ryan General
The First Non-Japanese Samurai Was Actually Black
There was once a black Samurai in Japan, and while he did not sport an Afro like the popular black Samurai anime character, he was no less of a badass. In fact, Yasuke, who used to be a servant, was the first non-Japanese Samurai ever, according to François Solier of the Society…
· Ryan General
Japanese Feudal-Era Satchels Are The Ultimate Accessories For Samurai Fans
A Japanese novelty goods store has unveiled some badass bags and smartphone pouches that match well with the samurai-inspired coats and pants sold by Trove. Village Vanguard, the same shop which introduced us to ramen-flavored baths, is now selling accessories from Japanese…
· Ryan General
Samurai-Style Haori Coats From Japan are the Coolest Way to Stay Warm
A clothing brand in Japan is offering a more badass alternative to the usual sweaters and jackets for those who prefer to look cool while trying to stay warm. Apparel company Trove is bringing the traditional style of the legendary Samurai to contemporary fashion in time for the…