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150 Years of Japanese Skincare Innovation In 1872, we opened our doors as the first Western-style pharmacy in Ginza, Tokyo. From that day forward, we followed our belief in the power of beauty, further expanding the possibilities of cosmetics.

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Timeless Japanese tradition meets 150 years of cutting-edge science and research for transformative products that stand the test of time.Reserve a complimentary one-on-one virtual consultation to learn more.

The Brooklyn Made Store, brought to you by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, represents the rich diversity of “Brooklyn,” as represented by products and brands that have been conceived and made here. “Brooklyn Made” can mean many things, but universally it reflects the intricacies of a borough that has been shaped and reshaped by the ever-changing flow of different populations and cultures that have found their way to Brooklyn for over three hundred years.

The mission of the Brooklyn Made Store is to identify and promote designers, makers, and entrepreneurs, mostly from communities of color, who embody the essence of what it means to be Brooklyn, as represented through their unique products. Brooklyn Made stores at Industry City and City Point are presented to you by the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, sponsored by Wells Fargo and sponsored by Brooklyn Org.

Academic Vision of Taisho University – Nurturing Four Qualities Buddhism was founded by the Buddha around 2,500 years ago, and the teachings were based on wisdom and compassion. Our academic vision, which began 90 years ago in accordance with the spirit of Mahayana Buddhism, is to nurture human resources and create prosperity in today’s world. We aim to cultivate the following four qualities in our graduates.

Four Qualities
A compassionate soul is obtained naturally through the process of continuing education when your aims are to achieve independence, become aware of the concept of co-existence, discover the essence of human life and develop a free and open mind. TSR-ship is the embodiment of our academic vision, which focuses daily on academic activities to foster exemplary human qualities, right bearings and attitudes, and cooperation.

Parviz Mukhamadkulov opened the first Poetica on Smith Street in the fall of 2020. His son Noor was born weeks later. Most of the city was still closed.

The name Poetica comes from the literary traditions of Samarkand, the city where poetry and mathematics were once practiced as the same discipline. The philosophy comes from somewhere more personal: the mahalla Parviz grew up in.

A mahalla is a neighborhood. But in Uzbek tradition, it carries obligations. When a guest arrives, the entire neighborhood organizes. Tea and bread before questions. A seat before an invitation. The guest is sacred because the act of welcoming is how a community keeps itself intact.

Parviz brought that logic to Brooklyn. In practice, it looks like a café where the door doesn’t close on anyone, where tea gets poured before anyone asks who you are.

Chocolate is not just a passion, it’s a lifestyle

It started in 2007 with a science degree in Environmental Management and Technology and a deep-rooted love for chocolate. Drawing on her Danish and South African heritage, Justine Pringle and her husband, Andy Laird, founded Nunu Chocolates in the heart of Brooklyn.

Their early days were defined by the community spirit of the neighborhood—from setting up at the Brooklyn Flea and local storefronts to becoming a staple at the Union Square Holiday Market. What began as a personal project soon grew into their own dedicated shops, fueled by a simple belief that the world is a better place when chocolate is involved.While their artisanal bonbons and small-batch bars gained a loyal following, it was the Hand-Dipped Salt Caramels that truly captured people’s hearts. 

Today, that same commitment to sustainability and handmade craft remains at the core of every box.

Emma Lazarus was a Jewish woman living in New York in the 19th century. She was a tireless advocate for refugees. She called for action during a time when the voices of women were so rarely heard.

Emma also made her voice heard through her poetry, which won her praise from an early age. Her 1883 sonnet, “The New Colossus,” is her most well-known work since some of its verses adorn the base of the Statue of Liberty. Her words are emblematic of a vision for the United States whose core value is welcoming new arrivals. 

For over 100 years, those words have greeted thousands of refugees fleeing hardship and dreaming of a better life in America. Although Lady Liberty is no longer the first site for those coming to the United States, the words still ring true.

We honor Emma’s advocacy and her emphasis on vocational training. She created a movement whose legacy we are proud to uphold.

At TOMIZ, we love to do many different things. We create an experience for people who want to visit daily and leave with a unique experience every time. We have an infinite amount of combinations, so each time you visit us, you’ll have a different meal to try.

Nihonsan is one of the only brick-and-mortar shops in the U.S. solely focused on selling Japanese woodworking hand tools and hardware. we are also a community offering Japanese woodworking classes, beginners’ kits, Hinoki lumber from Japan, as well as knowledge and guidance through our staff and community partners. If we don’t have what you want, we can probably point you in the right direction to find it.

Nihonsan was conceived by Joe Samalin and Shuya Iida of Hachi Collections, and his incredible team there. But none of this could have been done without the support and partnership of our incredible community of fellow makers, family, and friends. Learn more about them below, and visit us at:BBFL Basement

Upcycling Forgotten Textiles into Sustainable Wearable Art

We are proud to announce that our initiative, ‘Upcycling Forgotten Textiles into Sustainable Wearable Art,’ has been officially recognized and published by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Action Platform. Managed by the UN Office for Partnerships and the Fashion Impact Fund, this global platform showcases organizations actively driving the 2030 Agenda. Our work is celebrated for transforming textile waste into functional art, directly advancing SDG 5, 8,11, 12. This recognition validates our mission to fight the fast-fashion crisis through circular design, creative waste diversion, and community education.”

Oda Sho Co., Ltd. is a long-established Kyoto kimono shop that has lived through the ages with kimonos for over 150 years. Its DNA does not end with “preservation.” True “wa” (harmony) lies in its attitude of always questioning “evolution” while respecting tradition.

And one person who resonated with this philosophy is the solitary artist who continues to fascinate the world – HYDE. HYDE has an overwhelming sense of beauty and discerning eye that extends beyond the realm of music to fashion, visuals, and art direction. The moment that spark of his creativity met ODASHO, who has always faced tradition, a new door opened between “wa” and “rock.” And thus was born – WaRLOCK.

MuSuHi (Mishima Akiyoshi x Takaoka Harumitsu x Miida Shuhei x Shio Tatsuro x Otsuki Nobuhiko x Yawaka Keitaro x Tarui Kazuki)
MuSuHi is an art project that weaves together the loose threads of modern life and weaves the continuity of life into the ages through the yin-yang relative harmony of “Musuhi,” the spiritual act of creating and arranging all things, and “Musubi,” which brings about harmony and relationships.

FUGAHUM
The indigenous people had once established their peculiar culture in the fictitious country “Fugahum”.
However gradually invaders appeared, and the people had to trace the fate of surviving under their rule from that day on. Years passed by and now the subdued people are in their third-generation. The material invaders brought in has brimmed in Fugahum, and the people accepted the invader’s culture, religion, thoughts and even the history of them having been invaded. That is in other words, the third-generations has built new sense of values by compiling the invader’s livings which already existed when they are born.
“FUGAHUM” takes its historical story as modern Japonism and represent it not only in fasion but in various ways, and is a project to establish the country of Fugahum.

As a sister store of the internationally renowned Hair Salon SINDEN, which has long been established in Tokyo’s Shibuya Omotesando, we are excited to open this new location. We aim to provide a fresh hair design that merges Japan’s meticulous techniques and services with the fashion sensibility cultivated behind the scenes at Fashion Weeks in New York, Milan, and Paris. Additionally, we incorporate the artistic essence of Brooklyn into our offerings.

This salon also serves as a platform for the education of young stylists, acting as a bridge between Brooklyn
and Japan. Furthermore, with Japanese nails gaining attention, we will explore Brooklyn-inspired styles to propose innovative new designs.

New clients can get 30% off any Full Lash Extension Set or 20% off for Keratin Lash Lift!! Welcome to Ellie’s Lash Bar, located in Park Slope in Brooklyn. Book online and the discount will be applied at checkout.

As an eyelash specialty business, we specialize in providing high-quality eyelash extension, eyelash lift, and brow lamination services. Whether you’re looking to enhance your natural beauty with a classic lash set or achieve a more dramatic look with a volume set, our skilled team is here to cater to your needs.

At Ellie’s Lash Bar, we strive to create a relaxing and inviting atmosphere for our clients, ensuring a personalized and enjoyable experience. Trust us to amplify your beauty and leave you feeling confident and glamorous. We also offer very skillful European Waxing services which gives you a clean finish with less pain.