Editor’s note: This series showcases what we are calling “kawaii” (cute) items made locally in the iconic Japanese city ... zome" tie-dyeing and offers fashion items and interior goods ...

In recent years, Japan's kawaii culture has exploded in popularity. WSJ's Eric Bellman speaks with author Manami Okazaki about how cuteness has gained a global fanbase.

French-Moroccan designer Charaf Tajer looked to Japan for autumn/winter 2025, sending a co-ed collection down the runway at Paris Fashion Week. Backdropped by noren curtains (the flat cloths that hang ...

In Japan, ‘cute’ is a big deal. Their own word for it, kawaii (“ka-why-ee”), is more of an ethos than an adjective. Shops and billboards are filled with big-eyed fluffy figures.

Japan House is located on 6801 Hollywood Blvd. More information about the venue can be found here. Harajuku Day in Hollywood schedule 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Kawaii Fashion Show #1 | Kawaii fashion ...