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WALPURGIS NIGHT, LOLITA KOMPLEX IN JAPAN. TOKYO GOTHIC PARTIES. INDUSTRIAL EBM ELECTRO MUSIC EVENTS, CLUBS.

Posted by La Carmina on November 11, 2011


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My hair’s been purple since September, but I haven’t posted very many photos yet. (Yes, my blog is months behind… patience!)

During my grueling Food Network TV shoot, I found a sliver of free time to attend Walpurgis Night, a Goth live event at Shinjuku Jam.

Leopard print slip: from Hong Kong
Black Gothic jacket: Metamorphose temps de Fille, from Closet Child.
Pirate necklace: gifted from Ghostlove (more photos here)

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My spooks and I usually meet in the streets of Kabukicho for a pre-drink from the convenience store, or absinthe at Decabar.

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A nightcrawl isn’t complete without… Swedish crackers?

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First Mate Naomi and I were reunited with Nekoi (from cyber-industrial band Psydoll), and Arina from Paris.

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Walpurgis Night is a Gothic live music event that occurs every month or so. This New Romantic ghoul sums up the vibe.

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Taizo spins 1980s Goth tracks that got us dancing.

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The always-cheery Naohiro, frontman of the band 13th Moon, turns the room into a Nightmare Before Christmas dance scene.

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Seminal Japanese post-punk band, Madame Edwarda, is as strong on stage as ever.

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Austrian band Lolita Komplex got us headbanging with their metal riffs and girl-guy vocals. A long time ago, I featured Sweet Lolita Nana on my blog, as Gothloli of the Week.

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In one of the night’s best moments, Zin-François Angelique joins Lolita Komplex on stage.

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He has a Marilyn Manson vibe, don’t you think?

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As morning approaches, Taizo dances. Butoh-influenced, grotesque and glamorous.

For more, check out my complete guide to Tokyo Goth clubs and events.

How did you first get into Goth fashion and culture? What draws you to the dark lifestyle, music and aesthetics? Share your story in the comments; I’ll write back.

Song of the Day: Madame Edwarda – Héliogabale

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JUNIE MOON, BLYTHE DOLL SHOP IN DAIKANYAMA, TOKYO. JAPANESE NAIL ART, CRAZY NAIL DESIGNS, CUSTOM BJD DOLLS.

Posted by La Carmina on November 9, 2011


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Does the name “Daikanyama” ring a bell? A one-stop subway ride from Shibuya, this ritzy Tokyo shopping district is home to the first Baby, the Stars Shine Bright (immortalized in the novel Kamikaze Girls).

Daikanyama’s clothing boutiques aren’t my cup of tea — too pricey and Park Avenue. But I enjoyed poking my head into the designer doll shop, Junie Moon.

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I confess I’m not a doll person; however, I appreciated the sweet designs and dress sets. In addition to Junie Moon, this store stocks Neo Blythe / Petite Blythe stationery and character goods.

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The girly window display.

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A huge assortment of doll accessories… and these things aren’t cheap.

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The pink and black Gothic Lolita doll was one of my favorites. Skirt too short? Not by my books.

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Big eyes and oversized heads are always a draw in Japan.

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Daikanyama Junie Moon: 4-3, 1F, Sarugaku-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. Map.

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There is also a shop on the 4th floor of Marui One Shinjuku (this is the exterior). For more photos and info of the Marui department store, visit my Tokyo shopping guide.

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What else can you find at Marui (and all over Tokyo, for that matter?) Nail art!

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Flamboyant, tricked-out, ultra-decorated nails have spread from Japan. Now, you’ll often spot Western celebrities with crazy nail designs.

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If you can’t afford a nail salon, or would rather DIY, you can pick up stickers, polish and fake nails from Odakaya. (This craft/design store is stupendous; see my store photos here and here.)

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I’m sad that Halloween is over… had a riotous time in Mazatlan, Mexico. Photos of my costume to come!

PS: my Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern (Tokyo) episode aired again yesterday. On this page, you can watch all my TV hosting clips.

Are you fond of nail art? Designer dolls like Blythe and Junie Moon? If so, what draws you to them?

Song of the Day:

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