STEAMPUNK IN JAPAN! KENNY CREATION: GOTH PUNK 19TH CENTURY ARISTOCRAT FASHION, HARAJUKU MENS CLOTHING.
Several of you have asked me… what’s the steampunk scene like in Tokyo? Can you post more photos of alternative Japanese male fashion? Your wishes are granted! Introducing my electric-haired friend Kenny Creation, who you’ll always see at Tokyo’s Goth/Industrial club nights wearing the most sublime steampunk clothing. Read on…
Kenny Creation says, “I’m so into mechanical stuff — engines, machines, blabla — because of my job (engineer). Beautiful machinery made by brass; the gears and how they work. And I’m so moved by beautiful 19th century outfit and style. The two points mixed up become steampunk!” (Above, Kenny at Tokyo Decadance with Count de Sang. Yukiro and I ran into him while shopping at Marui One Shinjuku.)
“It’s a little hard to explain… it’s a world of retrospective taste. Ardent British to steam architect. So my style is steampunk, with a theme of the chaotic and experimentation.” (Above, with G-suS and DJ SiSEN)
“I’m glad that I am an engineer and can build up some mechanical stuff,” says Kenny. Let me add that Kenny also sings in a band and is an excellent dancer; he is very talented!
Here’s the sad news: according to Kenny Creation, the steampunk scene in Japan is non-existent. “When I went to Wave Gothik Treffen 2009, I saw a lot of people wearing steampunk! I’m just stunned. I cannot find a lot of steampunk supplies in Tokyo, so I would like to extend more steampunk culture in Japan.” (Above: with Ken, Luke Chaos and Hungry Ghost)
Kenny’s DIY steampunk outfits are divine, but it’s not the only look that he rocks. Here he is with candy apple red hair and punk/electro clothing.
Tattoos, gas masks, 19th century holsters, classic silver jewelry.
Above, with friends DJ SiSEN and Mistress Maya. No matter where he is or what he wears, Kenny Creation is always full of great energy! If you visit Tokyo, come to our favorite Goth EBM Cyber Industrial club nights and say hi to him on the dance floor.
Are you fond of Steampunk fashion? Which of Kenny’s outfits do you like best?
Japanese Word of the Day: Musu = To steam (food)
Song of the Day: Tool – Vicarious (piano cover – favorited on Kenny’s YouTube channel)
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HAPPY 4TH OF JULY & CANADA DAY! MORE DESIGNER CLOTHES & PURSES ADDED TO ONLINE GARAGE SALE: COACH, THEORY.
Happy Fourth of July! May you have a bloody scandalous weekend. Basil Farrow has dual citizenship (he was born in Connecticut but flew to Vancouver), so he’s waving a flag from Canada Day, which was on July 1st.
If you have a few days off and are feeling bored, my Scottish Fold has some suggestions for passing the time. Basil is a fan of reading; at least, he likes to sit on newspapers and books! Sunday is a great day to catch up on news, revisit your favorite novels, or dive into the La Carmina blog archives. (Perhaps you missed my previous Tokyo adventures or how-to tutorials.)
Everyone deserve to be pampered once in a while (or, in the case of my cat, every 30 minutes). No need to shell out money to visit a spa. I love to relax by taking a long bath, putting on a facial mask, and painting my nails.
And finally… catch up on sleep! That’s my foldy-eared kitty’s secret for staying forever cute. If you want to see more of my kawaii Scottish Fold, I just added new photos to Basil Farrow’s Facebook (add him to see).
Independence Day is also a time for clothing sales… and I’m having one right here. I’ve listed tons of new and barely-worn designer women’s clothing and accessories, including a vintage cage dress, a red Lolita dress, and a Theory ladies suit jacket and pants for $160.
Many items are under $20-25, such as this Sex Pistols T-shirt and yes… Tim Burton Corpse Bride 5-inch character figurines! They’re limited edition vinyl figures from Japan, featuring Victor and the Bride.
Items will sell out fast, so please check out my Sale Listings and contact me ASAP (gothiccarmina {at} gmail) if you’re interested in anything — I’m happy to answer your questions. The link to the store is: http://picasaweb.google.com/lacarminasale/GarageSale
Kampai! How are you celebrating or relaxing this weekend?
Japanese Word of the Day: Kyonshi = Zombie or Living Dead)
Song of the Day: The GazettE – Shiver (The new PV in black and white. Rock out!)