Japan's Freshest Art & Design Publisher

PIE International, a leading publisher from Japan, presented three of the most beautiful art-driven books of the season. 

A Victorian Flower album is a gorgeous collection of hand-drawn floral arrangements from the Victorian era. Charming and sophisticated, yet compressible and lovely to look at regardless of your age, the book breathes new life into works that were originally published over 100 years ago. Perfect for the autumn season, while representative of a summer evenings, the tone and autumnal hues throughout each page feel perfect to page through on a crisp November day.

grow: The Art of Koyamori is a vibrant and imaginative book of illustrations from the talented young Canadian artist, Koyamori. While having already established herself as a force across the social media networks, this is her very first official print publication and the artist clearly puts her skills on display. The book is an impressive and incredible collection of watercolor ink pieces are truly eye catching.

Elegance in Japanese Art is a wonderful representation of the historical style of Japanese art. As its title states, the pages are filled with elegant Edo-Period works and serves as an informative introduction to the major Japanese artistic movement known as the Rinpa School. Art and history collide in  this important cultural gem of a publication.

To learn more, see more and to shop for PIE International publications, click here.

Big Thanks to Sarah over at Smith Publicity for making this feature possible!

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M

Crafts of SABAE

'Tis the time (summer time) for sunglasses, but that being said, there is never really a bad time to explore eyewear, especially when it's that of Japanese design. Luxeye Optical and Brooklyn Spectacles teamed up to present a group of new brands reigning from the Japanese city of Sabae. In a partnership with the Government of Japan, incredible designers from this relatively-known city shared their innovative, on-trend, carefully crafted, cool designs.

To learn more, see more and to shop at Luxeye Optical, click here.

To learn more, see more and to shop at Brooklyn Spectacles, click here.

Big Thanks Malorie over at Cameo PR for inviting us to this event and for making this feature possible!

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M

Tokyo Graffiti

It's not quite Japan, but headed to Bail and the eastern part of the world and couldn't help but recognize the incredible art that exists on that corner of the globe. As depicted in Tokyo Graffiti, the undercover art scene is exposed and celebrated. Each and every page of this book wows and proves that street art can not only beautify but can be beautiful in itself.

To learn more, see more and to shop for Tokyo Graffiti, The Undercover Street Art Scene, click here.

Big Thanks to Harrison of Schiffer Publishing for making this feature possible!

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M

Sicky Eyewear

Sicky Off Road Matte Black Sunglasses 

Sick to say the least, Sicky Eyewear offers luxury glasses in bold designs for the fearless spirits. Based in Malibu, yet crafted by the Japanese, Sicky designs have a distinct, "eye" (yes, pun intended) catching appeal. With a diverse team of designers and creators behind the brand, each pair is technically sound and visually pleasing. You will anything but blend in no matter which pair you wear. Coolest eyewear around? Our vote goes to Sicky.

To learn more, see more and to shop for Sicky Eyewear, click here.

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M

Maru Cha Cha Launch

Gluten free and as healthy as healthy can be for a cookie, Maru Cha Cha Cookies are a delicious treat straight from Japan. In an exciting USA launch, international confectioner Malebranche unveiled these yummy Japanese matcha (green tea) biscuits at the chic Whitney Museum Cafe. In a night filled with east-meets-west cultural experiences, Celebrity Chef Michael Anthony made a special presentation as well as cooked and curated original recipes to compliment the Maru Cha Cha snacks.

Malebranche Maru Cha Cha Cookies will be available at Dean & Deluca in November.

Big Thanks to Nicole Brief over at Southard Communications for inviting us to this special event and for making this feature possible!

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M&B

Yohji Yamamoto Fall/Winter 2014

Glad winter is over, but when the cold strikes next year, at least these Yohji Yamamoto coats will exist.

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M

Washington DC x Japan

Last weekend's trip to this year's National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC was a true homage to Japan.

To learn more, see more, and to visit the Cherry Blossom Festival, click here.

To see another publication on Belles&Rebelles regarding Japan, click here.

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M

Prayers for Japan

Photos from a recent trip to Tokyo and Kyoto serve as a reminder to what a beautiful, unique and truly amazing country Japan is. Many thoughts and prayers are with them at this time.

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M