In response to the shortage of face masks in Japan, TAKUMIBA released its new “Fit Mask” in the country last Friday. TAKUMIBA is Japanese company that specialises in making pants. They have used the same stretchy material they use to make their pants for the Fit Mask.
The first lot of masks have sold out, but new batches are rolling out through the month for those who need them.
The Fit Mask is a “super elastic” face mask that fits snug and comfortable onto the face, leaving no gaps. around the edges. It’s made with tricot, a stretchy material that TAKUMIBA uses in the production of its pants.
The Fit Mask feels really smooth on the face, and doesn’t tire or make your ears hurt. It’s also not fluffy, so you can wash and reuse it multiple times. All of the masks are made in a single small factory in Fukuyama, Hiroshima.
Batch 1: Shipping from March 9, 2020 *SOLD OUT
Batch 2: Shipping from March 11, 2020 *SOLD OUT
Batch 3: Orders available from March 9, 2020 (Scheduled to roll out from March 17, 2020)
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Maison Kitsuné, a popular Parisian lifestyle brand that produces unique music and fashion items, has collaborated with Japanese mask brand PITTA MASK, a brand which has become famous for its extraordinary outlook. The trendy mask was unveiled at NYFW: The Shows on September 10 2021.
The collaboration combines the creative direction of both Maison Kitsuné and PITTA MASK, working together to transform the typical mask, which has become a daily necessity, into something fun and stylish, all while maintaining the spirit of each individual brand. PITTA MASK and Maison Kitsuné, a lifestyle brand known for combining fashion and music, have collaborated to create a stylish and colorful mask that goes beyond just protecting the face, both practical and fashionable. The two collaboration masks, which were unveiled during New York Fashion Week, will be presented as a free gift to customers who spend over ¥8,000 (Excl. Tax) in Maison Kitsuné stores in New York, Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka from the end of September. The set is made up of two masks, in navy and white. Quantities are limited, so be sure to check out the latest information on social media! Information
Maison Kitsuné x PITTA MASK Collaboration Face Mask
Gift Campaign Period: Late September 2021 Onwards (scheduled)
Maison Kitsuné Official Instagram: www.instagram.com/maisonkitsune/
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Last year, the Pola Museum Annex in Tokyo hosted a charity auction to support the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic breaking out across the globe. As the world continues to feel the effects of the virus, the charity event is returning for a second year, and is set to be held from November 12 until December 5, 2021. The title for this year’s art exhibition is ‘Find Your Travel.’
Lemon Tree - Yuka Kashihara. Acrylic and oil on canvas. 2020.
POLA Dot or snowball ~Based on Tosa Mitsuyoshi’s Colored Painting of Yugiri from The Tale of Genji~ - Tetsuya Noguchi. Acrylic. 2020.
our whereabouts - Moe Nakamura. Camphor, bronze, oil. 2021.
Philanthropy - Yuko Higuchi. Hemp paper, pen, watercolor. 2020.
Baby Heel-less Shoes - Noritaka Tatehama. Cowhide, pigskin, dye, metal zipper, coated crystal glass. 2020.
Last year’s charity auction raised over ¥9,145,000 (about $83,000) for the Japanese Red Cross. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues around the globe, and as Japan remains locked down, this year’s event hopes to raise even more useful funds to help medical professionals on the front lines. 20 artists are participating in the exhibition, with each creating one work based on the theme of ‘travel.’ In addition to simply viewing these pieces at the exhibition, a silent auction will also be held online. With travel being severely restricted, these works of art seek to inspire and encourage visitors to imagine a better future, when the world is open once again. All proceeds will once again be donated to the Japanese Red Cross.Information
Find Your Travel Charity Auction
Running: November 12 – December 5, 2021
Hours: 11:00-19:00 (Last entry 18:30) / Admission Free
Address: Pola Museum Annex 3F (1-7-7 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo)
Official Site: http://www.po-holdings.co.jp/m-annex/
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Bandai Namco Group released a new Sailor Moon Eternal themed face mask as part of their 'CHARA-MASK' line for adults on Premium Bandai on June 14.
CHARA-MASK Sailor Moon Eternal | ¥2,200 (Tax Included)
The face mask, based on the Sailor Moon Eternal anime film, was designed in collaboration with Sailor Moon's author Naoko Takeuchi. It's lined with sparkly rhinestones to give it a cute finish. Bandai's CHARA-MASK series features reusable masks fitted with anti-odour and anti-bacterial filters which can be swapped out. They are also made from comfortable light mesh fabric, can be washed, and worn for long periods of time. They are sized at 100mm in width and 130mm in height. ©︎ 武内直子・PNP／劇場版「美少女戦士セーラームーンEternal」製作委員会Information
CHARA-MASK – Sailor Moon Eternal
Released: June 14, 2021 (Available while supplies last)
Delivery: October 2021
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Japanese anime and manga online store CharaAni is releasing an exclusive new Tokyo Revengers anime merchandise collection this June.
Customers who purchase any of these items on the website can pick between one of five postcards that they'll receive for free. Check out the designs below. Free postcard with every purchase
The Line-Up
Embroidered Patches | ¥770 Each or Entire Box ¥6,610 | Releasing: July 2021
A collection of embroidered patches featuring the characters from Tokyo Revengers. Each is around 10cm in size and can be used in a variety of ways.Mikey and Draken T-Shirts | ¥16,500 Each | Releasing: June 2021
Two work-style tees with the initials TG embroidered on the front and featuring different designs on the back of Mikey and Draken.A4 Folders | ¥440 Each | Releasing: June 2021
Washable Face Masks | ¥2,200 Each | Releasing: June 2021
A collection of stylish reusable face masks made from a light material that makes them perfect for the hot summer weather. ©和久井健・講談社／アニメ「東京リベンジャーズ」製作委員会Information
Tokyo Revengers Merchandise
Rolling Out: June 2021
Product Page: https://www.chara-ani.com/pickup.aspx?p=tokyo_revengers
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Bandai has released a new set of face masks inspired by the free-to-play collectible card browser and smartphone video game Touken Ranbu -ONLINE- which are now available to purchase on their official shopping site Premium Bandai.
Set A: Yagen Toushirou & Hakusan Yoshimitsu / Set B: Kashuu Kiyomitsu & Yamatonokami Yasusada / Set C: Taikogane Sadamune & Shokudaikiri Mitsutada - ¥1,650 (Tax Included)
The lightweight face masks are made by CHARA-MASK, a long-standing Japanese mask specialist store. They use replaceable filters and are made from a special mesh material that makes them more comfortable to wear over long periods of time without getting stuffy. They are also equipped with adjustable strings to fit many face types, and of course are washable so can be reused. (C)2015 EXNOA LLC/NitroplusInformation
CHARA-MASK Touken Ranbu -ONLINE- Face Masks
Order Window: March 11, 2021 – March 31, 2021
Shipping: July 2021
Buy Here: https://p-bandai.jp/item/item-1000155040/?rt=pr
Official Website: http://p-bandai.jp/?rt=pr
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The popular Taiwanese face mask brand JIUJIU was released in Japan for the first time on Friday (February 26) via the company's new Japanese website. We now live in a time where face masks are a part of everyday life when commuting, going to the shop, walking in public places, working at the office, and so on. Japan is no stranger to face masks as they were always a part of the culture for hygienic reasons in the workplace when an employee is ill, as a fashion statement, for those suffering from hay fever, and so on, but even there has seen a major increased demand for face masks since the pandemic began.
JIUJIU's face masks are used in medical professions in Taiwan. They are noted for not only they quality but fashion sentiment too, with over 60 style variations available. These masks are now available to buy in Japan in packs of 5. Information
JIUJIU Face Masks
Released: February 26, 2021 (Japan)
Price: Pack of 5 – ¥548 (Tax Included)
Online Store: https://jiujiu-jp.com/