Ep.19. Film-making, Photoshoot in Tokyo, Junji Ito arts, Kenzo Takada gallery, Meiji Jingu, Wrestling night

Date: 29th July - 11th August, 2024.

Location: Tokyo, Japan.

It's been another whirlwind couple of weeks here in Tokyo! My partner treated himself to a wonderful haircut and head spa experience in Shibuya, while I indulged in a delicious Chinese-Japanese pork liver and vegetable dish at Choraku. The contrasting activities really encapsulate the vibrant diversity of this city.

I'm also continuing my deep dive into the art of ikebana under the guidance of a true master. This time, the focus has been on using water as an integral element of the compositions - creating pieces with flat, transparent containers that allow the water to take center stage, or tall, clear vases that showcase how the plant materials interact with this essential life source. It's fascinating to learn how the water can be leveraged as another means of artistic expression, beyond simply sustaining the flora.

Speaking of nature, I had a chance to wander through the serene grounds of Meiji Jingu shrine during the golden hour, marveling at the interplay of light and shadow dancing across the ancient architecture and tree canopies. It was a profoundly calming experience.

And as a contrast, my partner and I also explored the unsettling yet captivating world of horror manga master Junji Ito. The level of creative detail and immersive storytelling in his works is truly remarkable - it's easy to see why he has such a devoted following.

We also visited the Kenzo Takada art exhibition, which was a bittersweet experience given the recent passing of this iconic fashion designer. But seeing the vibrant, playful way he approached color, texture, and pattern was a joyful reminder of his boundless creativity and zest for life.

One of the highlights was getting to attend a professional wrestling event in Shinjuku with my friend from Osaka. Watching those larger-than-life performers create such an electric atmosphere, while my friend enthusiastically cheered on her favorite wrestler, was an absolute thrill. The passion and community around it was palpable.

And of course, we've continued collaborating with some incredibly talented local creatives on new projects for Golden Age. It's been so rewarding to see the Japanese market respond so positively to our designs - it's really inspiring us to keep pushing the boundaries of what we create.

Amidst all this, the food experiences have been just as memorable. My partner and I had a lively debate over the merits of pancakes versus omelette rice at one of go-to spots. And dinner with a fellow entrepreneur friend at Blue Papaya Thailand was a chance to connect over the joys and challenges of running your own brand.

There's just never a dull moment in this city. I can't wait to see what the next couple of weeks have in store. Until next time!

在東京這幾週又係一場難以忘懷的經歷！我朋友在澀谷體驗左一次專業出色既理髮和頭部水療服務，而我則在長樂品嚐一碟美味的中日風味豬肝蔬菜飯。這些截然不同既活動真係完美體現到東京城市既多元活力。

作為園藝治療師的我，在東京一位日式插花師指導下，深入學習日式草月流插花藝術。這次的重點是把水作為創作的重要元素——使用平坦透明的容器，讓水成為作品的主角，或是高大的透明花瓶，展示植物材料如何與水（生命之源）互動。學習如何利用水作為另一種藝術表達的手法，真係令人著迷，這不僅僅是維持植物生長的工具，每一步驟都係藝術！

講到大自然，我有機會在黃金時刻漫遊明治神宮的寧靜環境，驚嘆於光影在古老建築和樹冠間的舞動。係一個令人深感平靜的體驗。

隔幾日後，我和朋友參觀左恐怖漫畫大師伊藤潤二的作品展覽 - 那令人不安但又迷人的世界。他作品中創意的細節和沉浸式的故事講述真是令人讚嘆——很容易理解點解佢有如此忠實既粉絲群。

另外還參觀高田賢三的藝術展覽，這是一個苦樂參半的體驗，因為這位標誌性時尚設計師最近去世。然而，睇到佢對顏色、質地和圖案之活潑有趣化的處理方式，讓我感受到佢無限的創造力和對生活的熱情，可是令人欣慰。

其中一個在東京生活亮點就係同我來自大阪的朋友一齊去新宿現場欣賞專業摔角賽。睇到那些超乎尋常的表演者創造出如此電力十足的氛圍，加上我朋友熱情地為佢最喜歡的摔角手加油，並舉起橫額，真是投入之極。現場的熱情和社群感覺係令人十分亢奮。

在品牌活動方面，我地不斷尋找一些非常有才華的本地創作人士，並尋求合作，也為黃金歲月籌備新項目。看到日本市場對品牌設計有積極反應，令我地繼續對前程充滿憧憬——這激勵著我地不斷突破創作的界限。

東京飲食評論眾多，無緣無故地，我同朋友可以在一個常去的餐廳就煎餅和蛋包飯的優劣展開左一場熱烈的辯論。而和一位在日本創業的朋友於藍木瓜泰國餐廳共進晚餐時，則談天說地，無拘束地分享經營自家品牌的樂趣和挑戰。

在這座城市裡，總是充滿精彩瞬間，好容易樂而忘返。我迫不及待想睇睇接下來的幾週會帶來咩驚喜！

再續～

Recommended restaurants 餐廳推薦:

Choraku 

EDW yellow Shibuya

ブルーパパイアタイランド 恵比寿店 （Blue Papaya THAILAND）

Sapporo Soup Curry Tokyo Dominica

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