We’re looking forward to Hyper Japan Christmas Market this month; Japanese performing arts, cosplay shows, lots of food and the first showing of our new Samurai Chef comic of course. There’s a lot in store and we’ve been speaking to other exhibitors heading to Kensington Olympia Friday November 14th to Sunday November 16th to find out what they’ll be doing at their stalls.
As well as seeing us in the Fashion & Kawaii area, make sure to pay a visit to each of these great exhibitors:
Who are you and what do you do?
Japan Centre is one of the largest and most influential Japanese shops in London. We have a supermarket, bakery, deli, restaurant, homeware department and online service.
We are always eager to participate in Japanese related events happening in London and beyond. Come check out our selection of awesome Japanese goodies at Hyper Japan this year!
Why should people come to Hyper Japan?
Hyper Japan is a fantastic opportunity for Japan enthusiasts to see a huge variety of entertainment, eat great food and get some early Christmas shopping done!
What will you be doing at your stall?
Japan Centre will have three stalls at Hyper Japan. The food shop will be selling snacks and confectionery, the bookshop will have manga, toys and Japanese books, and our umai stall will be selling hot Japanese snacks like tako yaki.
What’s the best thing about Hyper Japan?
We love how Hyper Japan brings people curious about Japanese culture together, allowing them to get involved in a whole host of activities that aren’t always available.
Twitter: @JapanCentre
Facebook: /japancentre
Who are you and what do you do?
My name is Emma, I have been self-employed for the past year and a half. My work comprises of making custom one of a kind soft (plush) toys as well as costume accessories like wings, tails and ears for cosplayers and furry communities.
Most of my work is done online via Facebook or Etsy, however I am branching out to include conventions such as MCM Expo and Hyper Japan so I can meet my customers face to face and help them choose cosplay accessories to match their needs.
Why should people come to Hyper Japan?
Hyper Japan is an amazing event; it is completely different from other conventions in that it also shows off the culture of a different country which many of us would not have learnt about otherwise.
The items and events being held at Hyper Japan allow people to purchase unique items, often customised and fascinating in one location.
What will you be doing at your stall?
My stall will be selling costume accessories and kawaii items such as flexible headband cat ears as well as the smaller ‘kitten’ headband ears, tails, one of a kind cushion covers along with lots of other items.
The costume ears are unique in that they can be moved in any position and stay there. They make a great addition to any cosplay requiring such ears and are available in a whole variety of colours as well as custom colour selections (online only).
Custom orders are welcome at the stall. Any custom orders given will be fulfilled once I return from the convention. As my items are all hand-made, pretty much everything can be customised with different colours, swapped materials or even just a touch of embroidery.
What’s the best thing about Hyper Japan?
I love the Japanese culture, especially the food and drink, and while there are Japanese restaurants in London, Hyper Japan is one of the few places to get inexpensive Japanese food and drink without having to book a table.
Etsy: FishPishStidios
Facebook: /EmmaCainArtist
Who are you and what do you do?
I’m Laura and I create high quality handmade jewellery and accessories for Japanese fashion styles including Lolita, Dolly Kei, Mori Girl, Gyaru, etc.
My items are classic and cute inspired with a macabre twist.
Why should people come to Hyper Japan?
People should come to Hyper Japan because it’s a fun event for all ages to come and enjoy Japanese pop culture like music, fashion, games, etc.
You can try Japanese food, do some shopping and partake in fun events!
What will you be doing at your stall?
I will be selling my jewellery and accessories at my stall, please come and say hi!
What’s the best thing about Hyper Japan?
I love Japanese culture so Hyper Japan is one of the few times of year I can enjoy the music, fashion and events, meet new friends and practise my Japanese language skills as well as show people my fashion brand and hopefully sell my items to lovely customers!
Etsy: 8thSinCreations
Facebook: /8thSinCreations
Who are you and what do you do?
Little Moose is a British fashion brand who create design led statement perspex jewellery and accessories.
Our vision is of a crazy, colourful world filled with curious crowd-pleasing character based creations that raise a smile and stand out from the crowd. We’re all about having fun with fashion.
Our influences range from early morning cartoons and nature to Japanese sweet wrappers.
Why should people come to Hyper Japan?
Well, if you’re obsessed with all things Japanese you won’t find an experience like it anywhere else in the country of course!
If you’re looking for a unique Christmas present that you wouldn’t find on the high street, Hyper Japan is the place to come.
As well as that, it’s just a great day out to experience something new on a mid-November day in London.
What will you be doing at your stall?
We’ll be selling all of our latest collection of jewellery, and some exclusive Christmas designs that you won’t be able to get anywhere else.
It’s also the first opportunity anyone will have to pick up the brand new collection of Little Moose handbags which will only have been in the country for a couple of days!
We’ll be trimming up to 15% off of our prices for Hyper Japan to make Christmas shopping just a little bit easier!
What’s the best thing about Hyper Japan?
The best thing about Hyper Japan for Little Moose is that it puts us directly in touch with a large portion of our audience – people who love character design and Japanese counter-culture just like us!
It’s a fabulously creative and visually exciting place to lose yourself, from the products on sale to the people who’re visiting.
Twitter: @littlemooseshop
Instagram: @littlemoosegram
Facebook: /LittleMooseShop
Who are you and what do you do?
We are a UK indie brand specialising in bespoke Lolita and kawaii fashion making dresses and hair accessories using couture techniques where possible.
We like to get a beautiful finish and make things to suit each individual.
Why should people come to Hyper Japan?
This is a great event which has a wide variety of things linked to Japan from food to fashion, music to games etc and gives individuals a taste of Japan.
It is fun, informative and you know you will always find something amazing.
What will you be doing at your stall?
We will be selling ready-to-wear garments and accessories and taking orders for bespoke made to measure dresses.
We have a new base collection with different silhouettes which can be made in any colour and any size from 4 to 24.
We will also be launching our new print, “Winter Wonderland”, available in four colour ways.
What’s the best thing about Hyper Japan?
This is a difficult question as I love so many things! The food is always excellent but if I was to choose one thing it would have to be the shopping. There is so much variety from things directly from Japan through to other indie brands like myself who are inspired by Japan.
Facebook: /shinkurose
Tumbr: Shinkurose
Instagram: @shinkurosedesigns
Who are you and what do you do?
I’m Elise and I’m the creator of Glitterbomb – a handmade jewellery company focusing on acrylic creations.
I make bright, glitter-laden jewellery which takes a lot of inspiration from Japanese fashions and pop culture.
Why should people come to Hyper Japan?
If they have even a slight interest in Japanese culture, it is a great place to experience more.
Food and fashion really shine at the event and there is a lot to see and do. The people I have met at Hyper Japan have also been amazingly friendly and the atmosphere is great!
What will you be doing at your stall?
I will be selling my jewellery with my good friend Cassia who will be exhibiting alongside me (Peppermint Puff).
I’ll also be drinking excessive amounts of bubble tea and whizzing around the amazing stalls as much as possible!
What’s the best thing about Hyper Japan?
I love seeing the different fashions worn by people who attend Hyper Japan. The J-style fashion show is a fun event and it’s great seeing traditional Japanese, Lolita, decora and more all in one space.
Facebook: GlitterBombJewellery
Who are you and what do you do?
I am Patsy, an animal lover, owner of MeowMeowCookie, an exhibitor in Hyper Japan Christmas market this year.
As an artist, when I create my cat cookies I incorporate my love and thanks to the happy cats and dogs I had as pets when I was little. They always made me smile and care. They are the best gifts to me.
Therefore, MeowMeowCookie is a cookie gift. Each one comes with a tag so that you can write a lovely message to your friends.
Why should people come to Hyper Japan?
To experience Eastern culture.
What will you be doing at your stall?
I will be selling my cookie pops. As an art director and illustrator, I will show not just my cookies but also my creations and some of my lovely cookie cat animations.
I hope my cat team can give a lot of laughs to everyone. I have put one animation on the MeowMeowCookie Facebook page. I hope you enjoy it. More will be shown at Hyper Japan.
What’s the best thing about Hyper Japan?
As an exhibitor, Hyper Japan is a good fit for my product and I guess it is a good chance to show my cookie pops to everyone.
Facebook: /meowmeowcookie
Who are you and what do you do?
Suga Dust is a brand new company specialising in customising and creating cool and unique jewellery and accessories all with a ‘Kawaii’ (Cute) twist!
Anything from cameras, pens, mirrors, phone cases, shoes, purses and much more can be customised. It all depends on what you want! There is no limit!
All of the jewellery – such as rings and necklaces – and accessories are handmade. Everything is created with love and care so why not have some Suga Dust in your life today! I ship internationally too.
Why should people come to Hyper Japan?
Hyper Japan is a the place to be if you love everything Japanese and just Japanese culture in general. There is something for everyone – cosplay, performances, games, food, kawaii culture and much more.
Hyper Japan also has a great selection of exhibitors all selling a range of different goods whether it be cookery ware, handmade goods, sweets, clothes and much more.
If you are looking for a fun day out, Hyper Japan is the place to be!
What will you be doing at your stall?
I will be exhibiting at Hyper Japan selling all of my products which are handmade and also selling all of my customised products. I will be selling phone cases, mirrors, rings, necklaces, keyrings and much more. I will be exhibiting across the three days.
What’s the best thing about Hyper Japan?
The best thing about Hyper Japan is its diversity. I like the fact that there are a diverse range of products and things on offer at the event.
The event doesn’t just focus on one particular section of Japan such as anime or manga; it includes every aspect of Japanese culture. There are computer games, anime, fashion, food and much more. Everything is included!
Twitter: @Suga_Dust
Instagram: @Suga_Dust
Facebook: /Suga_Dust
Etsy: SugaDust
