Tokyo Weekender July 2016
Breaking the rules of kimono – a new book shatters antiquated views of this traditional garment. Plus: The boys for sale in Shinjuku Ni-chome, best sake of 2017, Japan's new emperor, and what really goes on inside "Terrace House."
Breaking the rules of kimono – a new book shatters antiquated views of this traditional garment. Plus: The boys for sale in Shinjuku Ni-chome, best sake of 2017, Japan's new emperor, and what really goes on inside "Terrace House."
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ALIMA PURE<br />
Founded in Portland, Alima Pure<br />
believes in “minimal ingredients<br />
for maximum impact.” This proudly<br />
carbon-neutral brand incorporates<br />
pure mineral pigments, nourishing<br />
plants oils, and soothing botanicals<br />
in their luxurious range. Their<br />
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available at Cosme Kitchen branches<br />
in <strong>Tokyo</strong>, and our first choice for<br />
summer is this beautifully subtle<br />
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cosmekitchen.jp<br />
MASCARA BY<br />
AQUA ORGANIC<br />
Japanese brand Aqua Organic<br />
was founded in 2014 and<br />
uses fresh fruit extracts in<br />
their natural cosmetics. Even<br />
this mineral mascara, which<br />
lengthens and separates<br />
lashes beautifully, contains<br />
extracts including grapeseed,<br />
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¥2,700, aqua-cosme.com<br />
BLUSH BY MIMC<br />
Created by Kotobuki Kitajima, MIMC<br />
uses 100% mineral and organic ingredients,<br />
and aims to “take care of your skin<br />
with make-up.” Look out for their 2017<br />
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color made from minerals, plant serums<br />
and natural dye. ¥3,800, www.mimc.<br />
co.jp/2017sscollection.php<br />
EYESHADOW BY<br />
ZUII ORGANIC<br />
Whether you prefer a smoky<br />
eye or a pop of color on<br />
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Organic Duo Eyeshadow<br />
Palette range by Australian<br />
brand Zuii satisfies all tastes.<br />
The brand’s unique talc-free<br />
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¥4,800, www.zuiiorganic.com.<br />
For a list of stockists in Japan,<br />
visit www.zuii.jp