Japan’s Four Cs

Yesterday I checked out Japan C at Felissimo Design House. Some days earlier, my colleague, Japan Society Director of Education Rob Fish, was interviewed on NY1 about the culture of cute while visiting Japan C. Japan C, Felissimo says, represents “all that Japan is today: Cool, Cute, Clever and Creative”. And it’s true. In the market for a cool chrome rice cooker, an eco-sensitive, recyclable gift bag, or the latest keitai accessories? Felissimo’s put together a combination Kiddie Land, Tokyu Hand and Aoyama Dori wrapped up in a tidy four-story package in the middle of Manhattan. (Daniel Rosenblum)