Hajimemashite!!!!

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Well I guess I should get this things started seeing I created it right???? Well right now I am in Japan, so I don't know what is going on for things *japan related* in Boston, but I can start off with a link that provides occasional events etc.

The Japan Society of Boston sponsors a lot of Japan related events in the boston area, and though they have not had a kirakuna event in a long time. They do post some interesting events on their website, and if you become a member you get a monthly newsletter that usually has all their events. They don't always make it to the website for some strange reason. ganbate..... off to bed. I have too much studying to do......

-James

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let me apologize beforehand for the crosspost. ^^;

I may have announced this here before, but we'd like to organize a meetup of people interested in J-fashion (lolita, decora, visual kei, et cetera) in the Boston area, probably during the week of April 21. this is the week after both Easter Sunday and the first-ever Anime Boston.

in December, we had a mildly successful meetup in Cambridge (pictures can be found here), but it would be nice to try it again with a few more people, and with more specific plans, just to make it a bit less awkward. I'm thinking in a park somewhere (maybe a picnic, if it's nice?). I must confess, though, that I don't know the Boston area too well. T-accesibility is a plus. any ideas would be very much appreciated.

if you're even vaguely interested, please leave a comment or e-mail me. if there are enough people expressing interest, I will create a community to accomodate people from New England interested in J-fashion... if there isn't one already... I'll have to check on that.

thanks for your time, and again I'll apologize for the cross-posting. X}

-Kate (nerutenkaze)

new community

April 13, 2003, 6:22 pm

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sorry about the crossposting again-- this is the last time, I swear! ^^;

I've just created a community for J-fashion addicts in New England. it's called jfash_in_ne. if you're one of the people interested in a Boston meetup, or you're simply a J-fashion fan who lives in the area, please join!

thank you very much! ^_^

Article 17

August 2, 2004, 10:29 am

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So.... I'm working for a real estate agency this summer, and my boss has offered me a finder's fee if I can get anybody to rent a 4 bedroom apartment on Gardner Street in Allston. Now, i'm going to post the litte ad-blurb that I wrote for the apartments, but before I do that I want to tell all of you that I'm not BS'ing any of this - I went to see one of these apartments on Friday afternoon, and I can honestly say that I started thinking about finding two other people to live with Sarah and I so that *we* could rent one of them. They're that awesome. So if you're interested, give East Coast Realty a call [their number is in the ad below] - they're in a tight spot with these units and really need to rent them. Thanks!


((BEGIN ADVERT))

4 Bedroom apartments in Allston, MA

Just steps away from Boston University's West Campus and blocks from the bars, abnds and bustle of Harvard Avenue, Brighton Avenue, and Commonwealth Avenue, these great four bedroom apartments offer a little bit of home in the city. Building is a five minute walk to the Super Stop&Shop, and only a 3 minute walk to Super 88. Surrounded by excellent food - Chinese, Sushi, Pizza, Subs, Sandwiches - everything a college student could ever want.

With high ceilings (over 12 feet), hardwood floors, full-size windows and sturdy walls, the size of these apartments becomes apparent as soon as you walk through the front door. Each unit has four bedrooms and two bathrooms - giving you (and three of your friends) plenty of space to get comfortable. The bathrooms and kitchens are big and modern, with clean lines and plenty of space to cook a big meal and avoid the morning bathroom rush.

Topping it all off, each unit has a spacious living room, giving you and your roommates plenty of room for a big sofa or several large chairs, with room left over for that big screen TV you've got [or want].

All this for only $2500/month. NO FEE!

Call 617-739-2211 today to see these apartment before they're gone! Be sure and mention that you saw Mike's ad!

こんにちは!

August 2, 2004, 9:44 pm

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Hi, I was browsing communitys and I found this one for Japanese.

I have been interested in Japanese culture and studied it for a yr and a half or so now, and I live in central Mass. So I thought I would nice to join.

はじめまして! =]

Article 15

November 17, 2004, 12:57 pm

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Harro harro !! *waves* What can I say? I moved from Puerto Rico to Boston about...3 weeks ago ^^; So far I love it honestly :3 I've been interested in japanese culture for about 9 years now. I absolutely love jrock and Visual kei music. my fave band is Plastic Tree. I also lvoe other bands such as MUCC, Deg, Kagerou, Moi Dix Mois, GLAY, Asian Kung Fu generations and way too many others to list XD I'm also into EGL fashion and fruIts fashion as well. Hmm, I was wondering if there's anywhere in Boston to get a hold of any Jrock goods? The only place I've been able to find so far is Kotobukiya down in Porter Exchange. I've been able to buy some Japanese music mags there and of course eating at Cafe Mami and Tampopo was great :D. But is there anywhere else? I live riiiight between some of Berklee College of Music's buildings. is there anywhere near here? Thanks in advance <333

Konbonwa gazaimasu!

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Is this room still alive? I am trying to find out if anybody knows of any places in MA that have KOTO lessons or sell kotos? I live on the Cape but would be willing to travel. Thanks a bunch!

Article 13

April 23, 2005, 12:09 pm

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Hey everyone! I am not the one that made this idea and what not but I think it's wonderful and everyone who likes Gackt's music should participate. (obviously if i am breaking any rules and such just delete ^_^)

Gackt Book 2005!

<3

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PORTERJUKU!!!

July 27, 2005, 11:31 pm

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For every JPUNK, JGOTH, EGL, VISUAL KEY, FRUITS, FASHION, GANGURO, CYBERPUNK, JPOP, JROCK, JFASHION LOVER OUT THERE!
And perhaps a few musical surprises...

ALRIGHT EVERYONE LISTEN UP, VIEW THIS LINK!

http://www.streamload.com/saranprincess/porterjuku2.jpg

Any questions, comments are welcome!

Cambridge and Boston, MA J Fashion meet up reminder! only 2 more days!

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Just thought I'd remind you all that our first, soon to be monthly (and then hopefully weekly) Japanese Fashion meet up is this Monday, August 8th, 2005 at 4:00 PM! More info can be found here:

www.streamload.com/saranprincess/porterjuku.htm

or at our livejournal community:
www.livejournal.com/community/j_fashion_ma

Or, if your curious as to what stores Porter Exchange has to offer, go here:
http://www.kotobukiyamarket.com/malle.htm

You don't need to RSVP at this point. I wanted people to RSVP at first because I wanted to get an idea of how many people were going but the response has been so overwhelming that I lost count o.O; So just show up and join us!! Right outside of the Porter Square T stop (MBTA Red line) If you're not sure how to get there, and want to meet up with any of the organizers at another t stop or location, feel free to contact me at:

AIM: ShingetsuSuicide
email: Matsumoto_hide_nani@yahoo.com

Don't forget to bring cameras and money for pocky @_@

"Want to eat tempura?
Make beleive your Shulla?
Or simply cosplay Yura?
Come join the mix!
Get your Porterjuku mix!"

"Feeling kinda crabby?
Clothing stores too shabby?
Dying to dress up like Miyavi?
Come to Porter Square
J-fashion meets you there!"

Slogans made by Leafy <3



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August 9, 2005, 12:24 am

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Ok So the meetup has been done!!!

Click here for pictures! This is the official website, there are plenty of pics of what went on there, even some videos! Anyway you can also check out the comm j_fashion_ma I don't have a photobucket account hence my non-posting directly, I'm also very tired cause the meetup was today and it's 3 AM and I'm beat and I worked on the site and the layout and whatnot X_x ~is dead~ Anyway I'm the one with the bright purple hair. And we had actual asians and musicians, huzzah!

Howdy,

August 12, 2005, 10:50 pm

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Wow, so create a community, and don't pay any attention to it, and without knowing it 21 people join. Excellent, my plan to take ove.. uh nevermind..

Anyway, A bit about me. I'm James, I will be your moderator this evening(well and every evening I guess). I, as I'm sure many of you are; am a nippon-phile. I have been to Japan 4 times, once I stayed for 3 months. I absolutely love it there. The country is quite amazing.

Now that there actually seems to be some membership to the community one of the things I would like to do in the possible future is start having gatherings, dinner at Japanese restaurants where we can attempt to practice speaking Japanese with one another, or fieldtrips to the kendal to watch the latest Anime featured film. Ideas are welcome.

Does anyone know of any festivals going on? The Japan Society of Boston seems to have 3 Japan related events listed on their home page. Check it out, they may interest you. Are there and JSB members here? I'd be interested in your opinions of the organization. I use to be a member but they stopped having the Kirakuna(casual) events, so I didn't think that renewing my membership was worth it.

Nice to see all the visual-k folks had fun in Porter. Looked like a good time. Thanks for including the members of this community in your invite.

Anyway, 2am, time for bed. じゃまた　おやすみ

Nana Kitade

July 19, 2006, 1:56 pm

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Hello darlings! I’m currently working with Tofu Records in promoting Nana Kitade’s concert @ The Virgin Mega Store in Boston, MA. You can find more details behind the cut.





Nana Kitade will be giving a live concert performance @ The Virgin Mega Store in Boston, MA on August 8th at 7:00 pm. There will not only be a concert, but autograph signings AND a tea party! Dressing in Gothic and Lolita fashion is GREATLY ENCOURAGED.

A guitar-strumming girl wonder, 18-year-old Nana Kitade represents a new breed of female rock star, equally admired for her musical ability and recognized for her unique fashion sense.
As a child, Nana Kitade was determined to be a singer, devoting herself to the piano at age 3, writing lyrics at 12, and picking up the guitar by her 14th birthday. Upon graduating junior high, her passion for singing took Nana to Tokyo.
Her lucky break came in 2002 when she was discovered at an audition for Sony Music. In October of the following year, she made her sensational debut with the single “Indelible Sin - Kesenai Tsumi,” chosen as the ending theme song for the popular TV anime series Fullmetal Alchemist. With her songs popping up in numerous TV dramas, animation, and video games, Nana was able to reach new audiences and score four top-selling singles. Finally in August 2005, she released her highly anticipated first album, 18 - eighteen.
Nana boasts a natural ability to put her experiences and inner conflicts into powerful music and lyrics. Combined with her incredible stage presence, it’s almost impossible not to take notice of Nana. Famous for her signature “Gothic Lolita” look, Nana has become a fashion icon for teenage girls. Her face adorns the covers of countless fashion magazines, and the streets of Harajuku overflow with Nana wannabes dressed in her elaborate style of corsets, ruffles, and lace.
With her talent, charm, and eye-catching style, Nana’s bright future is undeniable. 


This event is FREE of cost. So come down and join Nana Kitade for an evening of fun! If anyone has ANY questions, please email me @ matsumoto_hide_nani@yahoo.com. I hope to see you all there!

Little Intorduction.

September 5, 2006, 2:31 am

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Hey everyone, I just came across this community and think it's fantastic.I'm 17, almost 18, and I live right outside of the Boston area. I love going into Boston. Anyway, i am currently learning Japanese and getting fluent in it day by day. Love anime, but don't think that's my only reason here. I love the culture of Japan as well as ohter countries. I think Japanese is one of the most beautiful sounding languages in the world and the music and lyrics that country produces is fantastic. Anyway, I'm always willing to talk about or befriend anyone who loves this wondeful country, so add me if you'd like. Time to get ready for school, it's 5:31 am. Later.

Brief survey for college research project. Japanese American women needed. Please help!

December 6, 2006, 10:56 pm

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Please take a moment to help with my research project. Brief five minute survey on clothing preferences of Japanese American women.

 

My name is Magdalena. I am a student at Framingham State College. I am doing a report for a course called The Psychological and Sociological Aspects of Clothing and Textiles. Please participate in my research. Respond to mmackowiak at stumail dot frc dot mass dot edu and I'll send the survey to you as an attachment. Or you can respond to me at fooferilla@yahoo.com Thank you in advance!

 

Hope to hear from you!

Magdalena

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BLOOD (from Osaka, Japan!)

February 28, 2007, 7:32 am

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I don't know how many of you knew abotu this *kicks self for not posting it sooner* X_x but BLOOD, Japan's premier Goth band, is performing @ The Middle East in Cambridge on March 11th! Here's the banner:



you can get tickets @ The Middle East box office. just go to www.mideastclub.com for directions but it's really easy. Just take the red line T and get off at Central Square. The club is a minute walk from the t stop, right on Mass ave :D~ I saw them live last August in New York and their performance was amazing! So I totally recomend going to the show! Any questions at all, please feel free to ask! ^^

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BLOOD, JAPANS PREMIER Visual kei and Goth band @ THe Middle East in Cambridge, MA!
Sunday, March 11th at 1:00 pm. ALL AGES. Tickets are $16 online
you can also get them the day of the show at the door ^^

BLOOD tour [Darkest Labyrinth Vol 1] USA


Darkest Labyrinth Vol 1 USA Tour Merchandise
SPLEEN -despair- (20USD)
Vengenace For BLOOD: Limited Edition (35USD)
Vengeance For BLOOD: Live In Mexico (35USD)
1st Period DX (25USD)
2nd Period DX (25USD)
All Merchandise is CASH ONLY
Free Autograph with purchase of any item!
With purchase of any 2 items, you will recieve a special CD!
Photography is permitted
VIDEO AND AUDIO RECORDINGS ARE PROHIBITED
Please come to the live shows (@_@)b

japan meets jazz

April 20, 2007, 8:21 pm

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If anyone's interested, there's going to be a jazz concert at Wellesley College tomorrow (Saturday) evening. The performers are a jazz trio -- consisting of pianist, bassist, and percussionist -- and the pianist is a very well-known Japanese jazz pianist/composer Makoto Takenaka. It should be especially cool because they will be playing jazz arrangements of traditional Japanese pieces (like 'sakura') as well as a few classical and Eastern European folk songs.

The concert is also totally free~ :D





There's more information about the event here. Thank you!

DON'T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO WIN KAYA & KENZI'S AUTOGRAPHS!

November 15, 2007, 12:20 pm

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Don't miss the chance to WIN your Fan'Art

Autographed by Kenzi & Kaya

of ANTIFEMINISM and HAGAKURE.



CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO,

(rules and photos to use.)


NO GENRE RESTRICTED!!!

NO COUNTRY RESTRICTED!!!


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Presented by GUERILL'ART a brand of STUDIOBATSU

WWW.STUDIOBATSU.COM
MYSPACE.COM/GUERILLARTSX
guerillart@studiobatsu.com

ANTIFEMINISM & HAGAKURE

http://www.anti655321feminism.jp/
MYSPACE.COM/KENZIISLEGEND
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http://www.hagakure.name/
MYSPACE.COM/HAGAKUREKAYA

ANTIFEMINISM x HAGAKURE Coupling Tour 2007 in America: Message from Kenzi & Kaya!

November 24, 2007, 8:58 am

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ANTIFEMINISM x HAGAKURE Coupling Tour 2007 in America: Message from Kenzi & Kaya!








>> HAGAKURE is a Visual Kei band created by Kaya that skillfully expresses the essense of Japanese tradition and style. Its theme, based on "Happiness" and a blend of Japanese theater and poetry, charms and mesmerizes the audience. Even those who belong to the darkest side of the Visual Kei world would be receptive to the universal message of Hagakure's songs.
The band is composed of Kaya, the lead vocalist, along with other support members: thus the band keeps evolving. Kaya is definitely the foundation of Hagakure but he believes the support members, fans, audience, and staff are an integral part of Hagakure because of their genuine support. They have started touring outside Japan in 2006 and Hagakure's adventure has just begun.

>>ANTI FEMINISM is led by KENZI, the lead vocal (CEO of Anarchist Records, Leader and Drummer of THE DEAD POP STARS) who is one of the most charismatic artists in the world of Visual Kei. The concept of ANTI FEMINISM is based on "Radical Ideas" and has captured a large audience with many outrageous stunts often performed on stage. The singer is known to set his hand on fire, break neon lights with his head, cut himself with the shards on his stomach and arms, fling vegetables with a baseball bat, and tumble around on a pile of thumbtacks.

The band has made the Japanese Visual Kei scene shiver with their unique, out of control style. They went as far as burning the head of a dead pig on stage. There are no permanent band members (aka "anti shockers") besides KENZI. Up to this day, more than 800 Visual Kei musicians have taken part in the ANTI FEMINISM adventure throughout Japan. In 2007, this extreme band will begin its conquest of the world!



After Asia and Europe, the Beast and the Beauty from JAPAN
will rock AMERICA for the 1st Time!!!
ANTIFEMINISM and HAGAKURE will tour in the US!!!
Don't miss their 4 Exclusive Shows:
NEW YORK - DALLAS - LOS ANGELES - SAN FRANCISCO
Just 4 chances to get crazy and say: I was there!!!

December 9th (sunday)
NEW YORK -Studio B-
Place: Studio B
Address: 259 Banker St, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Open: 7:00PM
Start: 8:00PM

Note: All Ages

Exclusive Autograph Session

Each artists' set will be one (1) hour long followed by an once in lifetime autograph session on a first come, first serve basis.

December 11th (Tuesday)
DALLAS -Lakewood Theater-
Place: Lakewood Theater
Address: 1825 Abrams Parkway, Dallas, TX 75214
Open: 7:00PM
Start: 8:00PM
Tickets: Buy Tickets
Note: All Ages

Exclusive Autograph Session

Each artists' set will be one (1) hour long followed by an once in lifetime autograph session on a first come, first serve basis.


December 13th (Thursday)
LOS ANGELES -Knitting Factory-
Place: Knitting Factory
Address: 7021 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028
Open: 7:00PM
Start: 8:00PM

Note: Front Room - All Ages
Food & Drink available for purchase at the Bar.

Exclusive Autograph Session

Each artists' set will be one (1) hour long followed by an once in lifetime autograph session on a first come, first serve basis.


December 15th (Saturday)
SAN FRANCISCO -DNA Lounge-
Place: DNA Lounge
Address: 375 Eleventh St., San Francisco, CA 94103
Open: 8:00PM
Start: 9:00PM

Note: 21+ with photo ID

Exclusive Autograph Session

Each artists' set will be one (1) hour long followed by an once in lifetime autograph session on a first come, first serve basis.


LINKS!

Hagakure's official websitehttp://hagakure.name/enter.html
Hagakure's myspacehttp://www.myspace.com/hagakurekayaAdd them as friends!
Antifeminism's official websitehttp://www.anti655321feminism.jp/
Hagakure X Antifeminism is represented by GUERILL’ART!http://www.myspace.com/guerillartsx
Tour management by K.JOE of STUDIO BATSU http://www.studiobatsu.com/


We want to hear what CANADIAN & AMERICAN J-rock fans have to say, what YOU want!

Here's a few questions for you J-rock fans!IT'S VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU REPLY HERE!IF YOU WANT THE BANDS AND RECORD LABELS TO SEE IT!

+ Your name/nickname

- Where are you from?

+ How old are you?

- How long have you been into J-rock/Visual kei?

+ When did you discover J-rock?

- What was the first band you ever heard?

+Who are your favorite japanese bands?

- If you have any CDs where do you usually buy them?

-Would you ever travel to an other country to see a japanese band you like?

+How far are you willing to travel (you can name a country here)? How much are you willing to spend?

-If you had free concert tickets for a show in an other country (if you're from Canada let's say USA..and the reverse if you're from the USA) would you go?

+Would you like to have Hagakure, Antifeminism and even OTHER J-rock/V-kei bands to come to CANADA/USA?!

-Which bands do you want to see playing in your country the most? (pick 1-5 bands. 1 being the one you want to see the most.)

+ ANY MORE COMMENTS, SUGGESTIONS, ETC?

PLEASE REPLY TO THE QUESTIONS HERE! SO THAT THE BAND MEMBERS AND RECORD LABELS CAN SEE!

THANK YOU VERY MUCH! WE HOPE TO SEE YOU AT ONE OF THE SHOWS!

More info will be posted soon on Websites and Myspace. Keep an eye open!

TICKETS and VENUES info: http://wowrock.com

Don't miss the chance to WIN your Fan'Art

Autographed by Kenzi & Kaya

of ANTIFEMINISM and HAGAKURE.



CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO,

(rules and photos to use.)


NO GENRE RESTRICTED!!!

NO COUNTRY RESTRICTED!!!


° ° ° °

Presented by GUERILL'ART a brand of STUDIOBATSU

WWW.STUDIOBATSU.COM
MYSPACE.COM/GUERILLARTSX
guerillart@studiobatsu.com

ANTIFEMINISM & HAGAKURE

http://www.anti655321feminism.jp/
MYSPACE.COM/KENZIISLEGEND
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http://www.hagakure.name/
MYSPACE.COM/HAGAKUREKAYA

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