Archive for the ‘Spinshell Report’ Category

The Wicked Styles of Harajuku Girls

Monday, March 17th, 2008

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Story by Karryn Cartelle

Take a short stroll away from the tree-lined boulevard of Omotesando and you’ll soon see youth fashion at its extreme. From lace bonnets and flowing pinafores to dog collar necklaces and platform shoes, Jingu Bridge has become a place where anything goes. Amidst the crowd, gothic lolita style of traditional Victorian gothic clothes and doll-like costumes is pretty hard to miss.

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Big in Japan: The Foreign Music Scene

Sunday, March 9th, 2008

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Story by Karryn Cartelle

With Japan being the second largest market for music in the world, talented foreign bands like Monkey Majik and singers like Kat McDowell are grabbing a slice of the action. But how difficult is it to make your way in Japan’s music industry and what is going to set you apart from the rest?

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Tokyo Day Trips

Friday, February 29th, 2008

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Story by Karryn Cartelle

Are the city crowds getting you down? Are you in need of a weekend getaway? Make the most of the last of the winter weather and find the perfect escape only a few hours away from Tokyo. Take a look at what Spinshell recommends.

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