Welcome to Binca Japanese Design blog. I will update my works , share images and info of Japan and some kimono photos
19 November 2011
Off to Japan
I am going back to Japan from tomorrow 20 Nov. and will be back in 2 month time.
I will re-open my Etsy shop once I arrive in Japan.
I am going to stock up kimono at antique markets and enjoy autumn colours while they last.
The photo was taken at Komyo-in, a sub temple of Tofuku-ji. This garden was designed by my favourite garden designer, Mirei Shigemori.
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Photos of Japan
Japanese film: I wish (奇跡) by Hirokazu Koreeda
This is one of the films selected for Brisbane International Film Festival.
This is lighthearted film about young brothers seperated by parents' divorce dream about reunion.
I enjoyed a lot the witty conversations by real life brothers Koki Maeda and Oshiro Maeda, who works as a professional comedian duo.
All the more, the casts are mostly my favourite actors and actresses.
It's very delightful and uplifting film not just for kids, but also for adults.
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Japanese films
Yayoi Kusama- Look now, See Forever exhibition @GOMA, Brisbane
↑↓Photos are from GOMA website.
Interactive space where kids can enjoy
Yayoi Kusama's exhibitions at GOMA, Brisbane (admission free. 19Nov 2011-11 March 2012)
We joined the curator's perspective tour this morning, which gave us good understanding about the current exhibiton and the artist itself.
It's a small exhibition but very colourful and fun. It's worth a visit.
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14 November 2011
Victorian button necklaces
I have listed some necklaces composed of antique Victorian buttons, vintage and contemporary components. These are one of a kind necklaces and great for gifts!
Please visit my Etsy site for the details.
10 November 2011
Autumn photo clips from Uji
Uji river in the morning
My sister and nephew on Asagiri bridge
Tiny chrysanthemum flowers
Ujigami shrine
Nanten
A cat and autumn colours
Daikichi mountain
All these photos were taken in Uji last year (late November). When I visit Kyoto, I usually stay in Uji where my sister's family live.
Uji is not famous for autumn colours, but still lovely place to feel autumn.
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Photos of Japan
08 November 2011
New listings: vintage inspired earrings
Thank you for everyone stopping by my stall last Sunday. It was a nice day for it.
I have listed 6 vintage inspired earrings today. All of them are using both vintage and contemporary components, so quite unique. Please visit my Etsy shop for details.
03 November 2011
The 15th Japanese film festival: Yamakoshi- The Recovery of a Tiny Japanese Village
Among four films shown during 15th Japanese film festival, hosted by Consulate General of Japan in Brisbane, I instantly thought this was the film I should watch.
Other three films are major films, and I could probably rent DVDs in Japan if I want, but it would be unlikely to have a chance to watch this documentary film if I missed this chance. That's one reason I chose this film. The other reason is that the film is about recovery of a village from The Great Chuetsu Earthquake in Japan, which naturally made me think about the Great East Japan Earthquake in Japan. I wanted to see how people lived on their lives when The Chuetsu Earthquake happened.
I was moved by people's toughness and positive attitude towards the recovery. This beautiful village, set in a deep mountainous area, still keeps old tradition and customs. People help each other in every occasions and they get toghether at various sacred events. One young guy who lives in the village said "It is like a big family. It's great" I was able to feel the warmth that you wouldn't get in city lives.
This film is highy recommended not just to learn about recovery from the earthquake but to know about Japanese traditional life styles which lost in most parts of Japan.
Official website: 1000年の山古志
Review: Twitch film
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Japanese films
02 November 2011
Suitcase Rummage this Sunday Nov 6, 2011
Suitcase Rummage this Sunday Nov 6.
This is going to be the last market for me this year, as I am going to Japan for couple of month.
This time, I am selling some Japanese vintage items which I want to find homes for.
Especailly the geisha cup. (Yellow enamel plates are not Japanese vintage)
I sell my kimono creations and original jewellery, too.
Please drop by and say hello.
01 November 2011
Unique button necklaces
I have just created these four button necklaces.
These would make great gifts for those who want to be different.
Please check the details on my Etsy site.
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