2024.10.30
Casio Computer Co., Ltd. is releasing the “MRG-B2000JS” as a new product in its top-of-the-line “MR-G” series of shock-resistant “G-SHOCK” watches, featuring the specially created Japanese sword “Gravity Maru – San”, which expresses the strength and beauty of the Japanese sword in its form. （”MRG-B2000JS”, a motif that expresses the strength and beauty of the Japanese sword in its form, will be released in a limited edition of 800 pieces worldwide.
The MR-G is the top-of-the-range series of G-SHOCK watches, meticulously crafted down to the smallest detail using cutting-edge technology and expert metalworking techniques under the concept of ‘the ultimate toughness watch’.
This time, an original Japanese sword ‘Gravity Maru – San’ was specially created by superimposing the appearance of the ‘MR-G’ on the ‘Japanese sword’, which combines strength and functional beauty. Sword master Teruhei Kamiyama created the sword blade, while traditional craftsman Mamoru Nomura created the blue shell*1 sheath.
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1 Raden inlay made from materials known as blue shells, such as abalone shells, luminous shells, butterfly shells and peacock shells.
| Price: | 1,100,000 yen (incl. tax) |
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| Release date: | Scheduled for November |
| Production quantity: | 800 units |
A young swordsmith of exceptional talent who is at the forefront of the modern Japanese sword world. His challenging attitude in pursuit of the strength and beauty of the Japanese sword fits perfectly with the G-SHOCK concept, which is why he was commissioned to create the original G-SHOCK sword ‘Gravity Maru’. He has received numerous awards, including the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award and the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award.
Third generation ‘Saga Raden/Nomura’ in Kyoto; joined the family business at the age of 20. Studied lacquer techniques and is a traditional craftsman who performs all processes from lacquering to decoration (mother-of-pearl inlay and maki-e) by himself; in 2018, his Dokuraku patterned jujube was awarded the Chairman’s Prize of the Japan Traditional Artists’ Association; in 2019, he received the ‘Kyoto Master Craftsman’ award; in 2012, he was awarded the ‘Kyoto Master Craftsman’ award. Exhibited five times at ‘Maison et Objet’ in France, including art panels and interior mirrors, receiving high acclaim.
[HOSHINOYA Okinawa] “Ryukyu Bingata Stay” where you can experience the deep charm of Bingata through learning from craftsmen
Nijo Castle Summer Festival “Nijo Castle x Naked Summer Special Light-up 2020” will be held!
“Kyoto Hiyokeya” is the first country-registered tangible cultural property in the Usami area (Izu Ito Onsen).
Launched “Koransha Arita ware clock”, the 70th anniversary model of rhythm clock
Decorative comb realized in silver, presented at the exhibition “Hokusai and Fuji: Hokusai for Children”.
Hotel Gajoen Tokyo] The number of visitors exceeded 20,000. The fantastic production that resonates with the five senses has become a hot topic of conversation as it makes people forget the heat. Japanese light x Hyakudan Staircase 2024 – A mysterious and beautiful fairy tale.
Nara
Countrywide
Kagawa
Kyoto
Countrywide
Nippon Kodo launches limited-edition incense and incense burner sets with a ‘Snake’ design, the Chinese zodiac sign for 2025.
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[ Kimuraya (department store)]Snowman’ is available only during the Christmas period. Japanese Stollen, made with traditional sake-type dough and Japanese ingredients, is on sale again this year.
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Nagasaki’s famous New Year 2025 New Year’s limited edition Kujuukushima zodiac crackers are on sale.
Nagasaki
Godiva supervises Yatsuhashi and launches Yatsuhashi Chocolat on Fri 22 Nov.
Kyoto
[Hinodeya Confectionery and Fujioka En]Limited sale of hojicha dango made with Toyama stick tea.
Toyama
Limited edition original gin ‘NISHI-GIN’, jointly produced by a group of restaurants in Nishijin, on sale from 25 November.
2024.12.20
Nippon Kodo launches limited-edition incense and incense burner sets with a ‘Snake’ design, the Chinese zodiac sign for 2025.
2024.12.18
Winter special parfait at the Unjo Saryo café in the Tale of Genji Museum, Uji, Kyoto.
2024.12.16
OnigiriBurger ‘Eel Kabayaki – Double Eggs’, newly launched as part of Kansai International Airport OnigiriBurger 1st anniversary menu.
2024.12.13
[New Furano Prince Hotel]This year’s plan to enjoy a snow fairy ‘zebra finch’ birdwatching experience and a lunch set with a zebra finch cake plate.
2024.12.11
Third FUKUCHA brand shop ‘Uji Store’ opens.
2024.12.09
Hiroshima
Art
Simose Art Museum, located in Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture, has been awarded the prestigious Versailles Prize as the “Most Beautiful Museum in the World.”
The award ceremony took place on December 2 at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, marking a historic moment for the museum and Japanese architecture.
The Versailles Prize Website:https://www.prix-versailles.com/2024
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Food
December sees the arrival of a number of Christmas breads. The Snowman with his cute smiling face is a sweet loaf with two different flavours: pudding cream and chocolate cream. It is a heartwarming treat with flavours that both children and adults can enjoy.
Also back this year is the popular Japanese Stollen, which was a big hit last year. This is a special cake that can only be tasted at Kimuraya, using Japanese-inspired ingredients such as persimmons, figs and koshi-an (sweet bean paste). Please take this opportunity to try Kimuraya’s limited edition Christmas bread.
Hiroshima
Art
The Hiroshima Museum of Art is hosting the exhibition “ZIPANGU: Contemporary Artists Who Defined the Heisei Era” (November 2, 2024 – December 22, 2024). This showcase brings together works by some of the most prominent figures in Japan’s contemporary art scene, including Yayoi Kusama, Takashi Murakami, Makoto Aida, Yoshitomo Nara, Chiharu Shiota, Izumi Kato, Akira Yamaguchi, and Miwa Komatsu. The exhibition has already garnered significant attention, exceeding 10,000 visitors.
HYAKKEI covered the dialogue between contemporary artist Takashi Murakami and Sueo Mizuma, the curator of this exhibition, held at the RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima. We also conducted an exclusive interview with Mr. Mizuma.
The discussions centered on the aspirations behind the ZIPANGU exhibition and offered forward-looking insights, not only into Japan’s art world but also into the rediscovery of value within Japanese culture by its people.
Osaka
Food
Event
From 25 Oct (Fri) to 8 Dec (Sun), 2024, a pop-up shop for miffy café tokyo will be held in Umeda, Osaka.
Hiroshima
Travel
Culture
Two types of paper seals made exclusively for autumn, ‘Chrysanthemum and Tanzaku’ and ‘Autumn Leaves and Candles’, have been available since Monday 9 September at Daisho-in Temple on the World Heritage island of Miyajima. Quantities are limited and will run out as soon as they are gone.
Kyoto
Restaurant
Event
On selected days in September 2024, the wedding venue Kyoto Art Grace Wedding Hills will offer a ‘Hanari Otsukimi Afternoon Tea’, where guests can enjoy sweets and savouries inspired by the moon viewing on the fifteenth night of the month.
