BEAMS | "Kendama" Collaboration by Minä Perhonen and Kankuro Kudo
DESIGN / PRODUCT
August 7, 2015

BEAMS | "Kendama" Collaboration by Minä Perhonen and Kankuro Kudo


BEAMS


Revival Support Items Born from Kendama


Collaborative Kendama by minä perhonen, Kankuro Kudo, and Others


Kendama, a toy that’s fun for all ages and offers deep skill-based play, is currently gaining attention and popularity in the American street scene as a cool pastime. Starting May 2nd (Friday), B:MING LIFE STORE by BEAMS will release collaborative kendama created by renowned artists at B:MING LIFE STORE by BEAMS locations and on Yahoo! Shopping's "Fukko Department" (http://www.fukko-department.jp/).

Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)




Play with a Cute Kendama This Holiday!


B:MING LIFE STORE by BEAMS, known for its regular events and pop-up shops, will host a sale of collaborative kendama by distinguished artists, along with in-store events.

The collaborative kendama feature contributions from film director Kankuro Kudo, stylist Daisuke Iga, minä perhonen, Streamer Coffee Company, and NOB from 430.

The kendama are produced at Yamagata Kobo in Yamagata Prefecture. Production of related goods for each brand is commissioned to workshops and brands in areas like Minamisanriku and Ishinomaki, which are actively engaged in reconstruction efforts. The kendama serve as items that foster support for the recovery of disaster-stricken areas.

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minä perhonen x Minamisanriku Sewing Studio Model




B:MING LIFE STORE by BEAMS | Kendama 05

Streamer Coffee Model





NOB of 430, known as "KENDAMAN" and a leader in the kendama world, is also a 430 BMX rider and MC, and currently holds a 3rd dan rank in kendama. An event will be held where participants who successfully perform a designated trick can receive a certificate personally signed by NOB.

Dates and Stores
Saturday, May 3, 2014
B:MING LIFE STORE by BEAMS Urban Dock LaLaport Toyosu Store
1F, Center Port
Sunday, May 4
B:MING LIFE STORE by BEAMS Tamaplaza Terrace Store
Festival Court, 1F, Gate Plaza
*Venue may change in case of rain or severe weather.
Monday, May 5
B:MING LIFE STORE by BEAMS Lazona Kawasaki Plaza Store
Space in front of the store

Time Schedule
Session 1: 11:00–11:45, Session 2: 13:00–13:45, Session 3: 14:00–14:45,
Session 4: 15:00–15:45, Session 5: 16:00–16:45 *Five sessions held daily

Details
Registration begins at 10:00 AM on the day of the event at each respective venue.
20 participants per session.
No specific participation requirements.
Those who pass the test will receive a certificate personally signed by NOB.
For inquiries, please contact the respective stores.

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Kankuro Kudo x Daisuke Iga Model






KENDAMA TOHOKU Project
KENDAMA TOHOKU
Sales Period | Friday, May 2, 2014 – Sunday, June 1, 2014
Participating Stores | All B:MING LIFE STORE locations

B:MING LIFE STORE by BEAMS
http://www.bminglifestore.jp/