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Streamer Clip Spurs Questions: Kick IRL punch goes viral; what led up remains disputed

TokyoHarri went viral after his associate was punched during a livestream in Shibuya. A tourist appeared to hit him before leaving, while TokyoHarri chased after him. Social media users claimed offensive language was used before the attack, but those claims remain unconfirmed. No charges or official findings have been reported,…

The Times of India · 22h ago

‘The next major music platform should give people something to do with the music’: Spotify’s former Head of Innovation on his plans to launch an interactive music service, and whether AI features will help or hinder streaming

Mauhan M. Zonoozy was Head of Innovation at Spotify, and now he's taking on the world of music streaming with his own interactive platforms.

TechRadar · Aug 2

Tourists in Tokyo could now be fined for throwing trash on streets

Tokyo's Shibuya Ward is now fining litterbugs ¥2,000 on the spot. Businesses must provide trash bins or face penalties. These measures aim to tackle increasing waste issues. Foreign visitors were found to be responsible for over half of littering cases. The ward seeks to maintain cleanliness as visitor numbers rise.

The Economic Times · Jun 4

ASUS Metaverse art contest winner is a captivating infinite loop of adorable Halloween cats

Discover the Catlloween Parade.

Creative Bloq · Oct 21, 2024

'Reynatis' Is a Frustrating, But Fascinating, Kingdom Hearts-Inspired RPG

Reynatis doles out fun and frustration in equal measure, feeling like a throwback to the weird and bizarre RPGs that inundated the PlayStation Vita.

Inverse · Sep 20, 2024

2024's Most Overlooked RPG Was Inspired By Final Fantasy's Biggest Disappointment

Reynatis' creative producer dives into the RPGs heavy Final Fantasy inspirations, painstaking recreation of Shibuya, and complex narrative themes.

Inverse · Sep 12, 2024

‘Expression, sexuality and individualism’: Diesel exhibition is a trip into the homoerotic world of Tom of Finland

In Tokyo’s Shibuya district, fashion label Diesel hosts an exhibition celebrating queer artist Tom of Finland, including a VR trip to ‘Tom House’ in Los Angeles and a capsule collection adorned with erotic illustrations

Wallpaper · Jul 31, 2024

Pro-Palestine Protesters Gather In Tokyo's Shibuya Crossing

Protesters in Tokyo's Shibuya Crossing rally for 'Free Palestine,' joining global support for peace in Gaza.

Top News · May 6, 2024

Playing 'Ghostwire: Tokyo' just made me wish it was a horror game

I finally played Ghostwire: Tokyo from Tango Gameworks, and while I really enjoyed the game, I couldn't help but wonder how much better it would've been as horror.

Windows Central · May 2, 2024

Tokyo offers toilet tours amid flush of excitement over Wim Wenders’s Oscar hopeful

Shibuya district is offering tours of its architect-designed public facilities that feature in Perfect Days

The Guardian - UK · Mar 9, 2024