Tune In Tokyo

February 12, 2012

On Friday, February 17th Aniplex of America is celebrating the Release of Puella Magi Madoka Magica Vol. 1 in North America, hosting a special Meet and Greet Event with the English Voice Cast of the series. Fans will get to share the excitement of Madoka Magica with the English Cast just days after the release of the First Volume (February 14th). The event will be held on Friday February 17th at 8:30 PM at Anime Jungle in Little Tokyo. We're big fans of the amazing Maho Shoujo series, and look forward to attending! Hope to see everyone there!

On Wednesday, February 22nd Tune in Tokyo presents HARAJUKU HOLIDAY, a Lolita Fashion Showcase and J-Pop Dance Party at the world-famous Royal/T Café, Shop & Artspace on Wednesday, February 22nd! May J. and Joe Inoue, hosts of NHK World's "J-MELO" English-language music show, will appear at the event for a fan meet & greet, and will also be performing live!

Experience the sights and sounds of Japan's street fashion capital with TUNE IN TOKYO as Lolita Fashion & Japanese music and pop culture come together! There will be a Lolita Fashion Show spotlighting new and classic looks for 2012, Valentine-themed games, Lolita clothing and accessories vendors, a photo booth by cosplay and Japanese street fashion photographer Ben Chan, and as always, Royal/T's café will be serving High Tea and tasty Asian-Fusion cuisine!

Participating vendors include Chubby Bunny, Kawaii Carnival, MugiBunny, Twinkle Wish, Holley Tea Time, Oboro Charms, Amber and Topaz, Kawaii Goods, and Cat Nap Caps!

Staff recruiters from Anime Expo 2012 will also be in attendance! If you've ever considered working with the largest anime convention in the U.S., they'll be available to answer all your questions! Be sure to stop by their table for information on this year's convention.

· Live performances, meet & greet, and fan activities featuring May J. and Joe Inoue

· J-Pop from Tune in Tokyo DJs Greg Hignight, Tora, Del and Ally in the cafe and club room

· Royal/T's Maid Café open 8 PM - 10:30 PM, serving full menu, and wine & soju (with ID)

· Lolita Fashion Show coordinated by Olivia Rivera and Mandie Bettencourt

· Eight vendors offering Lolita and other Japanese fashion clothing and accessories

· Photo booth from photographer Ben Chan

· Contest for Best "Fashion Forward" Lolita ensemble

· Valentine games and activities, with special prizes awarded

Admission to Tune in Tokyo is $10, all ages admitted. The event runs from 8 PM - 12 AM.

Join Tune in Tokyo, and May J. and Joe Inoue of J-MELO for HARAJUKU HOLIDAY, an evening of Lolita Fashion & J-Pop at Royal/T Cafe, Shop & Artspace! We're kicking off the spring in style with a showcase of the best new, and classic Lolita looks, including the Harajuku-inspired fashion that will make news in the year ahead!

Visit the offical Facebook Event Page for HARAJUKU HOLIDAY.

Then, on Friday, March 2nd, Tune in Tokyo presents SAKURA BOMB 7, an Indie and Jrock live showcase featuring Apocalipstick, HEAT featuring Justin Kaehler (Lemon Drop Kick), LuCiD, and Psycho Bando! We'll also be joined by original Tune in Tokyo DJ YUKI behind the decks!

SAKURA BOMB 7 runs from 9:00 PM - 2 AM, and is ages 18+ (ID required). There is a $10 cover charge, which includes a $5 drink ticket. 2nd Street Jazz is located at 366 E 2nd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (at the corner of 2nd and Central in Little Tokyo).

Visit the official Facebook Event Page for SAKURA BOMB 7. Tune in Tokyo presents the best in Japanese and Asian-American rock! Don't miss our latest live showcase at the coolest venue in Little Tokyo, 2nd Street Jazz, on Friday March 2nd!

Our new live event, OSAKA ROCK STATION, is coming to Royal/T on March 23rd! Details coming soon!

For updates and more, including photo galleries of previous events, be sure to "like" our Facebook fan page!

Tune in Tokyo has been spinning J-Pop, K-Pop, and International Club beats since 2008, bringing the sound of modern Asian dance pop to clubs and special events throughout Los Angeles. This five member DJ unit, featuring co-founders Greg Hignight and Del Martin, and DJs Tora, Ally, and Leett, hosts monthly events at Royal/T Maid Cafe, Shop, & Artspace, and 2nd Street Jazz in Little Tokyo, and have also presented an array of live performances featuring musicians from the United States and Japan. Tune in Tokyo presents the best in Asian and global dance pop, weaving together cutting edge electro, dance rock, and Indie with the bold Japanese street fashion scene to create a unique club experience.

どうも皆さん、こんにちは! Ｔｕｎｅ　Ｉｎ　Ｔｏｋｙｏ！初イベントが大成功だったので、また二回目をやっちゃいたいと思いま～す！これからもイベント、バンバンやっていきたいと思います。ＤＪさんたちが最新のJPOP, KPOP, International Club Beats や日本の音楽だけを流します。日本の音楽がお好きな方たちにはバッチリ！おどって、友達を作ってさわぎましょう～！

GREG HIGNIGHT
Greg Hignight co-founded Tune in Tokyo with Del Martin to create a showcase for Japanese and global pop, and provide LA's first nightclub destination for Asian fashion and pop culture. Under his direction, Tune in Tokyo's events have encompassed club parties, live shows, convention appearances, and retail and art openings. In addition to serving as part of the DJ unit, Greg is also the creative director, developing event concepts, designing marketing materials and booking talent for live performances. Working together with the Tune in Tokyo team, he is thrilled to be presenting the best in Asian dance pop & indie rock, and Japanese street fashion to Los Angeles. More information at www.greghignight.com.

DJ DEL
DJ Del was born in a dark room filled with bright lights and bass beats. A long time fixture in LA’s underground club scene, his c.v. includes residencies at seminal LA indie clubs Café Bleu and Club Trash. He was also chosen by Club Giant to be the opening DJ for The Killers at their very first New Years Eve party in downtown LA. He was a founding member of International Pop Conspiracy – the precurser to Tune in Tokyo and credits his fellow Tune in Tokyo DJs for exposing him to the best in international pop from Asia and around the world. When not tearing up the decks or manning the front of house at Tune in Tokyo events, DJ Del can be found rocking a pair of very flashy shoes, and a smoky eye on dance floors from Paris to Shanghai.

DJ TORA
"Music is my boyfriend. He makes me smile, laugh, and cry. He moves me on the inside and out. I try not to be a selfish girl and share him with the rest of the world which is why I DJ. Since the days of International Pop Conspiracy, I started sharing his diverse beauty I love so much with all of you. Music has been with me from the day I was born until the day I die. Some of my friends might call me obsessive. My heart tells me otherwise."

DJ ALLY
DJ Ally graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts with an Honors B.F.A. in Dramatic Writing for Film and Television. She relocated to Los Angeles in 2007, and while pursuing her own independent writing projects, Ally is focusing on acting as well, performing in Robert DeNiro's "The Good Shepherd" and more recently on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" DJ Ally has anime to thank for first introducing her to Japanese music and eventually the wider world of global pop. Allyson's personal website can be found at www.allysonfloyd.com.

DJ LEETT
"DJ Leett is a 12 year-old boy who likes robots, super heroes and girly pop music."

Tune in Tokyo's events are held bi-monthly at Royal/T Cafe in Culver City, California and 2nd Street Jazz in Little Tokyo.Royal/T is a playful blending of café, concept shop and art exhibition space. The space reflects the interior realm of fantasy that strongly influences the artists included in owner Susan Hancock's collection. Royal/T Cafe is inspired by the meido kissa (maid café) phenomena of Akihabara--Tokyo's electronic district. Recontextualizing the underground culture of Japan that celebrates cosplay (costume play) waitresses dress in maid uniforms, with a Lolita-esque touch and the café serves a fusion of French and Japanese cuisine with local and organic California style. The art space showcases curated exhibitions with a focus on Japanese contemporary art; and an inventive concept store emulates the collections' sophistication--a fusion of pop culture and high-end design. For more information, please visit www.royal-t.org. 2nd Street Jazz is the premier destination in the Little Tokyo area for music fans, with monthly Dub, Reggae, Hip-Hop, Rock, and Jazz events. The venue frequently plays host to live appearances by Asian and Asian-American artists. 2nd Street Jazz is located at 366 E 2nd Street, at the corner of 2nd and Central, in Los Angeles. For more information, www.2ndstjazz.com.

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