No9 [History] Once upon a time, there were machines…
The country’s modernisation at the end of the 19th century coincided with the introduction of the first vending machines. Since then, they have become a […]
Month: March 2013
No9 [Trend] Vending Machines are putting up a fight
They are everywhere. From the north to the south, on top of Mount Fuji or under the sea and they are in service around the […]
No9 [Restaurant] Pot luck in West London
Pot luck in West London There are several well-known one pot dishes in Japan. Sukiyaki, which we`ve covered in ZOOM magazine before, and Shabu-shabu, are […]
No9 [Eating] SOZAI Cooking School Opening
SOZAI Cooking School Opening February 12th 2013 saw the opening of the UK’s first ever Japanese cooking school, known as SOZAI, near Liverpool St. The […]
No9 [Zine] Revolution Will Be Photocopied
Before being published in widely distributed magazines, many work their magic in alternative publications. In the age of blogs and electronic communication, Japan seems to […]
No9 [Exhibition] Two years on, let’s remember
The Asahi Shimbun, the second most widely sold newspaper in Japan, publishes deeply moving photos relating to the earthquake on the 11th of March 2011. […]
No9 [Cooking] Teriyaki chicken Burger
Teriyaki Chicken Burger The teriyaki chikcen burger is a unique type of burger created in Japan that puts a delicious teriyaki style chicken steak in […]
No9 [Book] Entertainment made in Japan
Taking the name of the hotspring resort town in which it was founded in 1914, the Takarazuka Revue is a kaleidoscopic experience, both in terms […]
No9 [Interview] Narita Daisuke, The Godfather of Japanese Zines
People say that your main weapons are a photocopier and a sewing machine. Narita Daisuke : They are right (laughs). You see, I graduated from […]
No9 [Travel] Onomichi, from Ozu to Wenders
For ages, this quiet port city situated by the Inland Sea has attracted appreciators of tranquility and good food. The town of Onomichi, on the […]