Tag: Rune Naito

Rune Naito’s “The Roots of Kawaii” with Sebastian Masuda in Tokyo

Rune Naito’s “The Roots of Kawaii” with Sebastian Masuda in Tokyo

Posted on June 6, 2012 in

Rune Naito was a Japanese artist and illustrator who was active from the 1950s through the 1970s. He is credited with being one the originators of modern "kawaii" culture. Naito died in 2007, but his influence lives on in Japan

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Rune Boutique – Kawaii Fashion (6%DOKIDOKI), Art (Rune Naito) & Music (Kyary Pamyu Pamyu) Invade Los Angeles

Rune Boutique – Kawaii Fashion (6%DOKIDOKI), Art (Rune Naito) & Music (Kyary Pamyu Pamyu) Invade Los Angeles

Posted on December 31, 2011 in

"Kawaii" is a word well-known to fans of Japanese fashion. The dictionary definition of "kawaii" roughly translates as "cute". But "kawaii" is much more than just a word! Today, the concept of Japanese Kawaii is not only an important part

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Rune Boutique Press Event Featuring 6%DOKIDOKI, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, & Medicom Toy

Rune Boutique Press Event Featuring 6%DOKIDOKI, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, & Medicom Toy

Posted on December 3, 2011 in

The countdown to kawaii has begun! On December 9th, Rune Boutique will make its world debut at the Royal/T Cafe in Los Angeles. The event's organizers came together in Tokyo this week to officially introduce the Rune Boutique concept to

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Rune Boutique World Debut – Kyary Pamyu Pamyu & 6%DOKIDOKI Are Coming to America

Rune Boutique World Debut – Kyary Pamyu Pamyu & 6%DOKIDOKI Are Coming to America

Posted on November 16, 2011 in

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu (The Princess of Harajuku) and 6%DOKIDOKI (one of Harajuku's most iconic fashion brands) are joining forces with Rune Naito (the father of "kawaii") to host a huge party in Los Angeles on December 9, 2011. (The official

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