I am a freelance designer that is hoping to engage you with images and stories of travel, inspiration and other obsessions. I currently live in Tokyo, however, I have lived in 7 cities located across 3 continents.Tumblr (3.0; @dearcity)http://dearcity.tumblr.com/<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/0652322ba41e3e4284b4f345c102047f/tumblr_mo0jvrA8Vm1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/d3e8fe18614164a038f1270033a1a2ed/tumblr_mo0jvrA8Vm1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/ac082205eddc1c403784957f1682186a/tumblr_mo0jvrA8Vm1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/d87db9d6e5283133bdcd09bcc1dbb955/tumblr_mo0jvrA8Vm1qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/eab722b528b95e81322da9a7c8f64a8b/tumblr_mo0jvrA8Vm1qmact3o5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/5bb9ca65306132d931619fa88c866b58/tumblr_mo0jvrA8Vm1qmact3o6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/a90de52278257b60bdf175c93fa9eac2/tumblr_mo0jvrA8Vm1qmact3o7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Works by Japanese artist and writer, Taro Okamoto. The bottom <em>shodo </em>(Japanese calligraphy) pieces were delicate and fluid; a beautiful contrast to the colorful paintings displayed nearby. </p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/52368538357http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/52368538357Fri, 07 Jun 2013 04:49:33 -0400dearcitydear cityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/taro okamotoshodojapanese calligraphymodern japanese calligraphymodern japanese shodoJapanese GraphicsJapanese TraditionsJapanese contemporary artistsjapanjapanese modern artjapanese paintingjapanese artistscontemporary japanese artistsgraphic paintingBlack and Whiteblack and white paintingsblack and white illustrationsblack and white graphicsTokyoTokyo artiststokyo artTokyo gallerieshikarie shibuyahikariehikarie gallery<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/45530b37392fc5643de3b5734705ee27/tumblr_mnllb7gl8L1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/ed3977689681ffee1caa2c0d8e5360be/tumblr_mnllb7gl8L1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/29d5bbf96434eea424b96cf2b3969bc6/tumblr_mnllb7gl8L1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Vintage Japanese paper dolls (top image) and illustrations from collectible coloring books; all purchased from Babydoll shop in Nishi-Ogikubo,Tokyo.</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/51707178090http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/51707178090Thu, 30 May 2013 02:13:00 -0400dear citydearcityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/vintagevintage illustrationvintage japanesevintage japanese illustrationsvintage paper dollsvintage coloring bookscollectible toyscollectible toys japancollectible coloring booksgraphicgraphic designgraphic illustrationgraphic lettersgraphic typeTypographytypefaceTokyoTokyo retailtokyo shoppingTokyo vintagetokyo vintage shopsJapanJapanese GraphicsJapanese retailersjapan retailbabydoll vintagebabydoll vintage shop tokyo<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/6652c5b9b39995b502a91852751beda7/tumblr_mmx6cq3er51qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> Nonnative SS13<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/4771c4a45499a021b3dc6c8a7d8dfd7c/tumblr_mmx6cq3er51qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> Folk SS'13<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/d042381e205fdc419e7f8a4e95043cc1/tumblr_mmx6cq3er51qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> Nonnative SS'13<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/e166accc5eb65d0299e2ee889d4f4790/tumblr_mmx6cq3er51qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> From Vendor SS'13 Mag, Vol 12<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/7779074a02833b908e0a22c7b298c75d/tumblr_mmx6cq3er51qmact3o5_500.jpg"/><br/> From Vendor SS'13 mag Vol 12<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/6de1c76b723570ecd78e19fd9c480f1f/tumblr_mmx6cq3er51qmact3o6_500.jpg"/><br/> Folk SS'13<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/d66d555e945511b65522570dbca0da81/tumblr_mmx6cq3er51qmact3o7_500.jpg"/><br/> Nonnative SS'13<br/><br/> <p><a href="http://vendor.co.jp/" target="_blank">Vendor</a> is a unique mens shop specializing in independent Japanese and international menswear labels. The shop located in Nakameguro carries a distinctive assortment of clothing, accessories and lifestyle items targeted to those with an eye for quality and detail in their essential/basic pieces. More images from Vendor in post directly below.</p> <p>Vendor - Nakameguro location: 1-23-14 Aobadai / Meguro-ku, Tokyo</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/50622329391http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/50622329391Thu, 16 May 2013 22:08:42 -0400dear citydearcityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/vendor shop nakamegurovendor shop tokyotokyo vendorsTokyotokyo shoppingTokyo Street Weartokyo brandsnakameguronakameguro shoppingJapanJapan ShoppingJapan retailjapanjaponJapanese Fashion Brandsjapanese contemporary designersMens Fashionmens fashionMenswear Fashionmen's fashionmen's knitsmen's jacketsmen's stylemen's accessoriesjapanese mens fashionmen's shortsmens shoes<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/82836ac45813d214bd42457b4f64d19d/tumblr_mmx52dx1vv1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/6d8214855ada09871e50717ba19e97a8/tumblr_mmx52dx1vv1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/4f628d88ce9f4946e6a77186c05372cb/tumblr_mmx52dx1vv1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/27bc8b6d39dc06a15783a02a811dc5a3/tumblr_mmx52dx1vv1qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Top two images depict essential SP/SU 13 pieces  edited by <a href="http://vendor.co.jp/" target="_blank">Vendor </a>men’s shop in Nakameguro. Bottom two images are highlighted items from <a href="http://thathobo.com/" target="_blank">Hobo</a> men’s accessories brand.</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/50618526737http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/50618526737Thu, 16 May 2013 21:20:37 -0400dear cityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/dearcityMen's accessoriesMens FashionMenswear Fashionmen's fashionTokyotokyo fashiontokyo brandstokyo mens brandstokyo mens storestokyo mens shopjapanese designersJapanese retailersJapan retailjapan retailersTokyo retailmens shoesmens sandalsmens bagsmens shoulder bagstokyo shoppingvendor shop tokyovendor shop nakameguronakameguronakameguro shoppingmens shirtsmens shortsmens jackets<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/191b4a94e54bfebdc62c73b6b63ffd24/tumblr_mmf2taTnpk1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/b6f7f206365b7dbb9213da20a1312059/tumblr_mmf2taTnpk1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/b2b61a5ec7b008d2d2616d621d3b947a/tumblr_mmf2taTnpk1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>A few items purchased from <a href="http://katakana-net.com/concept_en.html" target="_blank">“Katakana” shop</a> in <a href="http://www.hikarie.jp/" target="_blank">Hikarie </a>building in Shibuya. The tiny shop proudly carries items made in Japan. This is a great stop to pick up unique souvenirs and gifts.</p> <p>Top image: “Shinkansen and FUJI” - Illustrated postcard by Sakura Hirai</p> <p>Second image: The graphic simplicity of the store branding/packaging.</p> <p>Bottom image: <span>The few goods I bought today: postcard, stationery and a new <em>daruma, </em>he is different from the traditional ones because of his conical shape; a particular style </span><span>from Niigata prefecture. Like the others, he is a symbol of good fortune, however, the conical shape represents a quick recovery from illness/disasters/misfortune.</span></p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/49841572540http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/49841572540Tue, 07 May 2013 03:15:00 -0400dear cityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/Design Inspirationgraphicgraphic designgraphic illustrationgraphic letterstypeTypographytypographyillustrationshinkansensakura hiraijapanese illustrationjapanese illustratorsjapanese graphic designjapanese graphicskatakanakatakana shop shibuyahikarie shibuyaShibuya Tokyoshibuya shoppingdarumaconical darumaniigataTokyotokyo designtokyo inspiration<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/a4fa749887b9942fe3909257ab3d0947/tumblr_mln5piW2E11qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/f96da44ff422513c0bc392367a2c413d/tumblr_mln5piW2E11qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/161f20a2bd01d31c28b13460578755b4/tumblr_mln5piW2E11qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/ffecbaf90c19beb810777ffb86f145eb/tumblr_mln5piW2E11qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/aad57778bfc3474936af39e41b8bf8ef/tumblr_mln5piW2E11qmact3o5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Fad Three Spring/Summer 2013 Collection - The brand is offered at one of my favorite shops, <a href="http://adelaide-addition.com/" target="_blank">Addition Adelaide</a> right behind Omotesando Hills - I love the unisex feel of the models and clothing for this season.</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/48594515822http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/48594515822Mon, 22 Apr 2013 01:24:00 -0400dear citydearcityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/Fashion Tokyotokyo fashiontokyo fashion designersFad ThreeFadthreefad three labelfad three clothingfad three tokyofad three brandAddition AdelaideOmotesando Tokyoomotesandoomotesando hillsomotesando shoppingtokyo shoppingJapanese retailersTokyo retailtokyo inspirationMens FashionMenswear Fashionjapanese menswear designersmens accessoriesmenswearmenswear inspirationwomens fashionwomens fashion tokyowomenswear<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/bd7b1c702e07e5ec7367f3364994ffa7/tumblr_mlfqlsHltZ1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/038b23d3c3e024fb2338defe217629a6/tumblr_mlfqlsHltZ1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/1215e692a33b29aed3ed514b96420e80/tumblr_mlfqlsHltZ1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/9bd14d5a88b2c6f9f19d0c60753528c9/tumblr_mlfqlsHltZ1qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/81f5bc1c6272a0f9ec4886e3599a753a/tumblr_mlfqlsHltZ1qmact3o5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/c30f64faa748c5ec0418fd62bfafe352/tumblr_mlfqlsHltZ1qmact3o7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/6b7d010bdad3cb77df9a9ec1b9975b0c/tumblr_mlfqlsHltZ1qmact3o6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/1d1b1b0dfca0dedf23ac25cf22c65702/tumblr_mlfqlsHltZ1qmact3o8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Since moving to Tokyo four years ago, I am always on the hunt of finding a tasty classic burger and have since discovered several good places, one of which is, “The Great Burger” close to Omotesando. Their menu offers great American diner favorites and the space is filled with a varied collection of Americana novelty items, some of which are for sale - one surprising item was the “Joan’s on Third” canvas bag (one of my go to places for lunch while in LA).</p> <p><a href="http://the-great-burger.com/" target="_blank">The Great Burger</a> / 6-12-5 Jingumae / Shibuya-ku / Tokyo</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/48260537112http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/48260537112Thu, 18 Apr 2013 01:19:29 -0400TokyoTokyo RestaurantsTokyo burgersbest burgers in tokyotokyo japanrestaurants in tokyoThe great burger tokyoomotesando tokyoomotesando shoppingShibuya TokyoTokyo retailamerican bbq in tokyocat street tokyotokyo shoppingJapanjapanese eateriesamerican deli in japanclassic american diner in japanjoans on thirdjoans on third ladear citydearcityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/00cadd1940947650f17a56d6ad3687c9/tumblr_mkto7wfIjv1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Snapped at Mr.Gentleman in Aoyama - I love the clean graphic style of the photo, type and colors. If you visit Tokyo, this shop is a must for unique Tokyo tees & caps.</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/47260383953http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/47260383953Sat, 06 Apr 2013 03:16:00 -0400Cool imagescool photos from japanshopping tokyotokyo street wearaoyama tokyoaoyama shopping tokyomr. gentleman brandmr.gentleman tokyo brandmr.gentleman japanese brandtokyo retailtokyo japanMens FashionMenswear Fashionmens accessoriestokyo inspirationTokyo Graffitishopping in tokyotokyo designtokyo designerstokyo fashiontokyo fashion designerstokyo graphicstokyo photostokyo street artJapanese graphic designTypographygraphicgraphic designgraphic lettersgraphics<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/7bff5a212b7718edea944d2e5100fa6a/tumblr_mkoawzBs1w1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/6f4b0c46afacbd6689b138926ed58474/tumblr_mkoawzBs1w1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/605d61853de20723318c2b1140aa1412/tumblr_mkoawzBs1w1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/72cc86997ee68df0d7d82fd182c0c9da/tumblr_mkoawzBs1w1qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/00b000fcaa525012624de7c159a3713f/tumblr_mkoawzBs1w1qmact3o5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/198d2ceb42f7ef8b0cbf3a3a280610f9/tumblr_mkoawzBs1w1qmact3o6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/54a7aa73be8250ef1ce355931059310c/tumblr_mkoawzBs1w1qmact3o7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Room Service Tokyo trade show featuring clothing, accessories, furniture and more took place inside Yoyogi National Gymnasium in February 2013. The show featured designers from Japan and other major cities in Asia (Hong Kong, Singapore, Korea, Taipei, Shanghai, Beijing) with several American and European brands in the mix. The next three posts are more images captured at the show.</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/47012936508http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/47012936508Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:55:00 -0400dear citydearcityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/room serviceroom service tokyoroom service vendor showFashion TokyoShibuya Tokyoyoyogi tokyoyoyogi national gymnasiumjapanese designJapanese Fashion BrandsJapanese retailersTokyo retailtokyo fashiontokyo fashion designersroomservice tokyo trade showroomservice trade showhong kong designerssingapore designerskorea designerstaipei designersshanghai designersbeijing designersasian clothing brandsasian clothing labelsasian fashion market<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/69f9e95881ddb740792a984a52498086/tumblr_mkoahsxDrn1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/31bc88a89ee61c1c2c19e33bcfb4c040/tumblr_mkoahsxDrn1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/ee6b25d05dc1a7f886266cb7256cb973/tumblr_mkoahsxDrn1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/22ba4b2712ad38ce68bdf5e605597b8e/tumblr_mkoahsxDrn1qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>“Dario” was introduced at Room Service as a new mens/womens brand from <a href="http://www.hpfrance.com/index-ja.html" target="_blank">H.P. France </a>designed by Taiwanese designer Jen-Shin Hsieh - all prints are original and when viewed up close some fabrics include embroidery and texture. The collections will be available at <a href="http://www.hpfrance.com/Shop/Brand/wall.html" target="_blank">Wall shop located on the 1st FL at LaForet. </a></p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/47012281873http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/47012281873Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:32:00 -0400http://dearcity.tumblr.com/dear citydearcityH.P.FranceH.P. Fance tokyotokyo retailtokyo shoppingdario branddario clothing japanwall shop tokyowall shop la foretlaforetlaforet harajukulaforet shoplaforet malljen-Shin Hsiethtextile printstextile designjapanese textilesclashing patternsclashing printsMens FashionMenswear Fashiontokyo fashionmens tokyo fashionmens fashion japanwomens fashionwomenswearwomens fashion tokyotokyo japan<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/2023343fb54c0508a188e3ce277d597b/tumblr_mko9wssfFa1qmact3o5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/15db5259d5b37d9cb7651779509b2749/tumblr_mko9wssfFa1qmact3o6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/006ce63d037d2515e2b3d69d16f1d47e/tumblr_mko9wssfFa1qmact3o8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/8cd91b8876ad5a75a30a173a7a00b0fe/tumblr_mko9wssfFa1qmact3o7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>From Room Service Tokyo trade show - “Wack” caps from Japan with graphics designed in Korea. I loved the unexpected twist of iconic sports graphics and branding - all caps are sold with McD paper bags redesigned for Wack brand. The New York Yen cap was one of my favorite designs, but all were pretty cool. Caps are not available in stores, however, if interested you can contact<a href="http://jk-collective.com/" target="_blank"> JK Collective</a> for details.</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/47011938090http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/47011938090Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:19:00 -0400http://dearcity.tumblr.com/dear citydearcitywack capswack japanwack brand japanwack tokyowack baseball capswack graphicsgraphic designtokyo graphicstokyo fashionfashion tokyonyc capsnycjk collective japanJapanJapan Shoppingroom serviceroom service tokyotokyo vendor market showtokyo vendorstokyo shoppingfashion japantokyo japantokyoMens Fashionmens accessoriesmens capsmens baseball caps<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/0fd019b9cc30a41dedfbe858b678ae72/tumblr_mko8frxiK61qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/427c069cd99c8d32737c9499a1d1b266/tumblr_mko8frxiK61qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/4a214d07136b1dfd24afc1edb32624e8/tumblr_mko8frxiK61qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/d83ff37e0fd04a07b726db646ef01593/tumblr_mko8frxiK61qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/698db8b58b0c82abb15cc09037c05cec/tumblr_mko8frxiK61qmact3o5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/862a674f5595490af9b7d4c07fa7fc7e/tumblr_mko8frxiK61qmact3o6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/742bddd858f7cdd0f352b976e43fe67c/tumblr_mko8frxiK61qmact3o7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/03368dd2d3f5c5a7809b3c7760c176a4/tumblr_mko8frxiK61qmact3o8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>More outtakes from <a href="http://www.roomservice-japan.org/" target="_blank">Room Service Tokyo</a> trade show Feb 2013.</p> <p>Images from top: Vintage <em>Kokeshi</em> dolls from Babydoll</p> <p>Second Row: (L) Collectible stationery, children’s coloring books, paper dolls and comics from Babydoll. (R) <em>Interview </em>magazine issues from 80’s available by <a href="http://www.natsume-books.com/" target="_blank">Bohemian’s Guild by Natsume </a>books.</p> <p>Third Row: Adorable and very talented hat designer, <a href="http://n-chapeau.com/" target="_blank">Nozomi Kakimoto</a> pictured here with her one-of-a-kind hats.</p> <p>Last Row: Images from <a href="http://ryoheymurakami.com/" target="_blank">Studio Bowl</a>, a design company using repurposed materials to create unique furniture and home accessories - they also offer and design shop displays and interiors. I fell in love with the driftwood table lamps!</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/47011079821http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/47011079821Wed, 03 Apr 2013 04:47:00 -0400http://dearcity.tumblr.com/dear citydearcityroom service tokyoroom servicetokyo vendor market showtokyo vendorsasian designersasian fashion designersfashion asiafashion designers asiajapanese fashion designersjapanese fashiontokyo fashiontokyo fashion designersvintage collectibles japanvintage kokeshi dollskokeshi dollbabydoll vintagevintage coloring booksvintage comicsvintage japanese comicsvintage paper dollsvintage stationeryBohemian's Guild TokyoBohemian's Guild by Natsume booksNatsume BooksNozomi Kakimototokyo hat designerhat design<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/ae27e44d554dcdabca6f355ade2124a2/tumblr_mkdcqbwdGa1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/edd4368a0cbaf0b27ab7ad2f94f33bd8/tumblr_mkdcqbwdGa1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/8fb6159ce9c6e24b905e533e22e6ecce/tumblr_mkdcqbwdGa1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>New retail spots in Aoyama: Acne and Thom Browne - both situated right next to each other in the space previously occupied by Corso Como. The interior of the Thom Browne shop is very unique, a re-imagined 1970’s office building…very interesting retail experience. While the Acne shop was a bit disappointing only because I didn’t feel like there was a great selection of merchandise in women’s, particularly accessories - for example, there were only  3 or 4 shoe styles being offered last weekend!  </p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/46499703499http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/46499703499Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:47:52 -0400aoyamatokyotokyo shoppingshopping in tokyotokyo retailthom brownethom browne tokyothom browne aoyamaacneacne tokyoacne aoyamawomens fashionwomen's fashion japanwomens fashion tokyoFashion Tokyotokyo japanjapanese fashionjapan retailjapan retailers<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/9feb6cb5d706ff046a6a58e507be38a2/tumblr_mju8c1aGZE1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><a href="http://www.openingceremony.us/about/tokyo.html" target="_blank">Opening Ceremony</a> outpost opening soon on “Cat Street” in Tokyo - will be interesting to see the difference in merchandising this small shop versus the behemoth in Shibuya. </p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/45649818862http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/45649818862Sun, 17 Mar 2013 23:57:00 -0400http://dearcity.tumblr.com/dear citydearcityopening ceremonyopening ceremony tokyoopening ceremony cat streetcat street tokyocat street shopsshopping tokyowomenswearwomen's fashionmen's fashionmenswear<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/e292273a50aabc35a8564696a151e69d/tumblr_mjl72gaQs21qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/54d45fde18639e698ee000ec8c70e110/tumblr_mjl72gaQs21qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Incredible “evolution” street art spotted behind Parco 1 building in Shibuya neighborhood of Tokyo - I was unable to get a good angle because there were three delivery trucks stationed right in front - enjoy!</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/45254720152http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/45254720152Wed, 13 Mar 2013 02:51:00 -0400street artstreet art tokyoshibuyashibuya tokyotokyo street artshibuya arttokyo inspirationIllustrationTokyo illustratorTokyo artistsdear citydearcityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/paste up artpaste up graffittishibuya graffititokyo graffitipaste up graffitigraffiti<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/44f0b84997f635fe7dc813159c0996ac/tumblr_mj366h7hWX1qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/f20de018a4f831dac99923843052ef2d/tumblr_mj366h7hWX1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/cab0125c31a3ce0ea38665cceccd2402/tumblr_mj366h7hWX1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/a9f74535c47f6c5aa966af5d2713940f/tumblr_mj366h7hWX1qmact3o5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/0cb4c9c17317885a2a151979e211ab8e/tumblr_mj366h7hWX1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/1b6675cc56093e3410866513d0bec5fc/tumblr_mj366h7hWX1qmact3o6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>All Images taken at <a href="http://www.missioncomicsandart.com/" target="_blank">Mission: Comics & Art</a> in San Francisco, California</p> <p>A great local place in the Mission to get lost and inspired; wonderfully edited comics, graphic novels and local magazines galore! The nice surprise was the small gallery space located in the back of the store, which at the time of my visit featured illustrations by Hanna S. Abi-Hanna, some of which had been screened on T-shirts.</p> <p>Top image: Cashwrap</p> <p>Second and Last Row: Store front images and detail images of graphic and colorful covers.</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/44450961699http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/44450961699Sun, 03 Mar 2013 08:15:00 -0500local san francisco comic bookssan franciscosan francisco artsan francisco comicssan francisco californiaMission comics & artmission streetmission street sfhanna s. abbi-hannacomic illustrationscomicsgraphic designgraphic illustrationIllustrationillustrationsdear citydearcityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/graphic novels<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/04bd346fbc654825d28b526042a1eb0f/tumblr_mj35nfAaWW1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/8bed560e3d5e119123f6bf60b99a2260/tumblr_mj35nfAaWW1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/81b06b1de440e25358bc210b4756fa4e/tumblr_mj35nfAaWW1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/8fc9e7480e956578a66b97b657f81c77/tumblr_mj35nfAaWW1qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>All images taken at <a href="http://www.missioncomicsandart.com/" target="_blank">Mission: Comics & Art</a> in San Francisco, California</p> <p>Top image: Local comics - Great variety! wanted to snap them all up</p> <p>Second Row (LtoR): Illustration by Hanna S. Abi-Hanna from the “Curves & Curls” exhibit at gallery; Close up of local comics & magazines</p> <p>Last Row: Bookcases leading to small gallery space at back</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/44450532354http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/44450532354Sun, 03 Mar 2013 08:04:00 -0500san franciscosan francisco comicsmission streetmission street sfMission comics & artcomicscomic illustrationsIllustrationgraphic designgraphic illustrationsan francisco artlocal san francisco comic booksdear citydearcityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/42fcb1df3394d212c854ea664e223e9a/tumblr_mijn2m5GjW1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/882e319a27b9fe002d74bc739a8410b6/tumblr_mijn2m5GjW1qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/4ff88fcb833762b49eda551ed6b65dff/tumblr_mijn2m5GjW1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/acf11aa0c5d5747fcd9a7a4a96c23b66/tumblr_mijn2m5GjW1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Event fliers picked up from the cozy <a href="http://hatosbar.com/" target="_blank">Hatos Bar</a> - one of my favorite little spots for indulging in American style BBQ located in Nakameguro. If you are not in the mood for BBQ, you can sit at the bar and hangout - they always play great music.</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/43601658568http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/43601658568Wed, 20 Feb 2013 19:08:00 -0500hatos bar tokyohatos bartokyo eventsamerican bbq in tokyobbq in tokyonakameguronakameguro restaurantsnakameguro barstokyo graphicsjapanese graphic designJapantokyo japantokyo partiestokyo events februarytokyo events 2013tokyo march eventstokyo march 2013le baron tokyodear citydearcityhttp://dearcity.tumblr.com/<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/5e3f05573225530115ac08fdd8a29112/tumblr_mhhagbL5Kp1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Mini skater boy as captured on “cat street” by <a href="http://tokyofashion.com/" title="tokyo fashion mini skater" target="_blank">Tokyo Fashion</a></p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/41932366099http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/41932366099Thu, 31 Jan 2013 02:07:00 -0500skateboardsupremenew balancetokyocat street tokyotokyo inspirationFashion InspirationJapanJapan Shoppingcool photos from japantokyo japanstreetwear<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/40a035e9579e03fa794f438a88f9038d/tumblr_mgas7k7Kqq1qmact3o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/5bcad6b9251324a7918e75cdab682f07/tumblr_mgas7k7Kqq1qmact3o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/f6806d8bb81b996fce2a1921a8bc517f/tumblr_mgas7k7Kqq1qmact3o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/4c894b7371d68176c216124bbd3c5fec/tumblr_mgas7k7Kqq1qmact3o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>American brand, J.Crew editorial in <a href="http://fashionjp.net/soen/magazine/" target="_blank"><em>So-En</em> </a>- <em>Newcomer Issue, January 2013</em>  featuring a heady mix of textures and patterns. I wonder if this is the beginning of a brand launch here in Japan?</p>http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/40001886328http://dearcity.tumblr.com/post/40001886328Tue, 08 Jan 2013 03:17:59 -0500http://dearcity.tumblr.com/dear citydearcityjcrewjcrew womensjcrew 2013jenna lyonsjenna lyons jcrewfashiontokyo fashiontokyo shoppingjapanese fashion magazineso-en magazineSo-En fashion magazineFashion Tokyofashion magazinefashion editorialshigh street brands usWomen's Shoppingwomens fashionwomen's knitswomens sweatersJapanjapanese fashionjapanese fashion magazinesJapan Shoppingjapan retailtokyo retailwomens fashion 2013so en magazine