Comme des Garcons in Japan
Comme des Garcons is a Japanese fashion brand that has become a household name around the world. The brand was founded in Tokyo by Rei Kawakubo in 1969 and has since expanded globally, with stores in major cities such as Paris and New York. Comme des Garcons is known for its avant-garde designs and unconventional approach to fashion.
In Japan, Comme des Garcons has a cult following and is considered one of the country's most influential fashion brands. The brand's flagship store in Tokyo's Aoyama district is a popular destination for fashion enthusiasts and tourists alike. The store features a unique interior design and often showcases installations and exhibitions by contemporary artists.
Comme des Garcons is also involved in various collaborations with other Japanese brands, such as the recent collaboration with streetwear label BAPE.
Windows Phone in Japan
Windows Phone is a mobile operating system developed by Microsoft that was first introduced in 2010. While it has struggled to gain market share globally, it has had some success in Japan, particularly with the release of the Nokia Lumia series.
The Lumia 920 was a particularly popular model in Japan, selling out within hours of its release. The phone's camera and design were praised by Japanese consumers, who value high-quality technology and aesthetics.
Despite the initial success, Windows Phone has faced challenges in Japan with competition from dominant players such as Apple and Samsung. Microsoft has since shifted its focus to enterprise customers in Japan, offering solutions such as Office 365 and Microsoft Teams.
Cosme大赏美白 in Japan
Cosme大赏 is an annual beauty award given to the best cosmetics products in Japan. One of the most popular categories is "美白" (bihadaka), which translates to "whitening" or "brightening" in English.
In Japan, having clear, blemish-free skin is highly valued, and many consumers look to cosmetics products to achieve this. The winners of the Cosme大赏美白 category are often best-sellers and highly sought-after by Japanese consumers.
Some popular products that have won the Cosme大赏美白 category include the Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Cleansing Foam and the Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium Whitening Lotion. These products are known for their effectiveness in brightening and evening out skin tone, and are often recommended by beauty influencers in Japan.
