polkaros

Lifestyle product/zakka designer based in Tokyo.

Hello Panda!

Many years ago, I had a little brand/website with my good friend HL, called ‘Elepanda’. I used to make many panda-themed items for small exhibitions. My love for Panda has recently been rekindled...

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Japanese Textile Dyeing Festival

Earlier this year, I went to a Japanese traditional dyeing event called ‘Some no Komichi’. It was a 3 day event held in the Ochiai/Nakai area, also known as the center for Tokyo’s traditional...

May 17, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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I ♥ NY

My last work trip to New York was jam packed with meetings both during work hours and after. It was a very different experience from my first trip as I got to enjoy the company of some awesome...

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We’ve reached 1,000 likes on Polkaros Facebook Page! Thank you all for your support and accompanying us through our creative process! Every ‘like’ encourages us to work harder. Thank you once again...

Apr 11, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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One fine day

Sakura came and left very quickly. I think we only had one fine day with fairly clear blue skies this year during the Ohanami season. I’m glad I made it to Shinjuku Gyoen to have one last Ohanami...

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Hello Spring!

I have a soft spot in my heart for Spring as everything in Japan starts in Spring and so did my move to Japan 8 years ago. I remember my first few days of school and how excited we were when the...

Mar 29, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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Olga goose candle workshop & exhibition

Hello everyone! I’m back in Tokyo after a work trip to New York. I have so many pending blog posts, it is almost impossible to blog in real time these days. But I will try my best to catch up! Here...

Mar 21, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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Hope

Picture taken on April 2011 – first bloom after the quake 2 years have past since the 3/11 disaster that took lives and destroyed homes of many in the Tohoku region. Even though the earthquake felt...

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Only Free Paper

Only Free Paper is a very cute shop in Shibuya filled with free promotional materials such as postcards, zines, brochures and leaflets. It is always enjoyable to visit as they have lots of...

Mar 9, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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dröm sessions : Polkaros

dröm sessions is a platform created by the amazing peeps from the little dröm store to showcase and interview some of their favorite overseas and local artists. I am very honored that they have...

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Frankie Issue 51

A few months ago, I was invited to contribute some DIY gift ideas for an upcoming Frankie magazine holiday spread. The theme was to create an easy to make gift with recycled materials that you can...

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‘Being Together’ by John Clang

From the left: Me, Brother & Dog, Sister-in-law, Mom, Dad and Sis. Awhile ago we were invited to participate in photographer John Clang’s ‘Being Together’ project. John Clang is an acclaimed New...

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New Year Launch – Glee Pets

To welcome the new year, we are launching a limited edition of our favorite Glee Pets series. A colorful selection of Glee Pets cushions is now available in our online store. We hope you will find...

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Happy 2013!

Happy New Year everyone! May this be a great year for all of us! I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all our readers for your kind support. 2012 has been amazing and we can already feel that...

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Seasons Greetings!

I made some ‘Polkaros’s little helpers’ with wood clay to go with all the gifts this year. Here’s wishing you all a very Merry Christmas ♥ Tweet

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DIY Christmas wreath

This is how our X’mas craft turned out this year! Christmas wreath made with pompoms, cardboard, double-sided tape and ribbon to add the finishing touch. My apartment is looking quite festive this...

Dec 25, 2012 Like 1 person likes this

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Polkadvent Calendar

How’s everyone doing? I have been counting down to Christmas with my homemade advent calendar. 2 years ago I doodled some ‘cone man‘ illustrations during Christmas and this year, I decided to make...

Dec 12, 2012 Like

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Craft inspiration

Feeling inspired to make some X’mas crafts with my new supplies! I remember making some X’mas Crafts last year. Can’t believe it has been a year! 2012 went by so quickly! What a precious year it...

Nov 29, 2012 Like 1 person likes this

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Sham Shui Po Report

I have talked about Sham Shui Po several times on my blog now but I just can’t resist sharing these pictures from my last visit. For those new to Sham Shui Po, it is an area in Hong Kong well-know...

Nov 26, 2012 Like

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Polkaros in La Belle Époque Hong Kong

We are happy to announce that our products are now available in La Belle Époque, a handmade zakka shop in Hong Kong. Special thanks to the very kind and supportive owner, Billie Ng for her interest...

Nov 14, 2012 Like

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A Look Back at Summer: Four Days in Paris

As summer was winding down I had the opportunity to visit one of the world’s most beautiful cities — Paris. Paris delights it’s visitors with scenic views, cavernous art galleries and some of the...

Oct 31, 2012 Like

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500 unique peeps

We hit 500 likes on our Facebook page over the weekend! It’s very encouraging to know that there are people liking our page from all over the world! We look forward to providing more interesting...

Oct 22, 2012 Like

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Hello Sandwich Festival – The Party

Last week I attended the Hello Sandwich book launch party held at Kusakanmuri in Ebisu, Tokyo. The event space was beautifully decorated with Hello Sandwich’s cute and colorful crafts. What a...

Oct 16, 2012 Like 1 person likes this

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Tokyo Art Book Fair 2012

Last weekend we participated in the Tokyo Art Book Fair 2012 and launched our new ‘Polkaros Lifestyle Zine’. We also showcased Berlin-based French artist Bonjour Johanna‘s works at our booth. Here...

Sep 28, 2012 Like 1 person likes this

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Polkaros Lifestyle Zine

We launched our very first brand book- ‘Polkaros Lifestyle Zine’ at the Tokyo Art Book Fair 2012 last weekend. This zine takes a look at Polkaros items past and present, concepts and realizations,...

Sep 24, 2012 Like

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First stop Singapore

My summer trip started in Singapore, the country where I was born. Every time I visit, I’m always amazed by the number of new buildings and establishments. It is constantly evolving and renewing...

Sep 21, 2012 Like 2 people like this

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Back in Town

Greetings peeps! Sorry for the long gap without any new posts. After many weeks away I’m finally back in Tokyo. I was lucky enough to take some much needed time off to visit friends and family in...

Sep 12, 2012 Like 1 person likes this

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Summer Break

Sorry for my lack of updates! I’m currently away on a summer break!Flight plan: Tokyo → Singapore → Paris → Copenhagen → Malmo → Berlin → Moscow → TokyoI am so looking forward to going around the...

Aug 20, 2012 Like 1 person likes this

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Bondo Handmade Art Store

A few weeks ago I was walking around Kichijoji and was delighted to stumble upon a very interesting looking store in a back alley. I went in and had a nice chat with the owner, Yuichi Murakami who...

Aug 6, 2012 Like

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Hello Panda!

Japanese Textile Dyeing Festival

I ♥ NY

A 1000 Thank Yous!

One fine day

Hello Spring!

Olga goose candle workshop & exhibition

Hope

Only Free Paper

dröm sessions : Polkaros

Frankie Issue 51

‘Being Together’ by John Clang

New Year Launch – Glee Pets

Happy 2013!

Seasons Greetings!

DIY Christmas wreath

Polkadvent Calendar

Craft inspiration

Sham Shui Po Report

Polkaros in La Belle Époque Hong Kong

A Look Back at Summer: Four Days in Paris

500 unique peeps

Hello Sandwich Festival – The Party

Tokyo Art Book Fair 2012

Polkaros Lifestyle Zine

First stop Singapore

Back in Town

Summer Break

Bondo Handmade Art Store

Japon zine is here!

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