Tokyo Party Report by Samantha Mariko – September 2018

September was another busy month of events (but perhaps not as busy as August). The crispness of the fall season has arrived, along with various AW collection reveals. From beauty to music to fashion, I had the pleasure of attending or working for various events. I hope you enjoy this short but sweet party report … Continue Reading

Tokyo Party Report by Samantha Mariko – August 2018

August proved to be a much busier month than I expected! This is probably the longest Tokyo Party Report I’ve compiled so far with 9 events total, excluding a few that took place outside of the city. I’m sure some brands are recognizable, maybe others will be new and might spark interest. So without further … Continue Reading

Tokyo Party Report by Samantha Mariko – July 2018

My second post in this series! For my July report, I’ll be introducing several different kinds of events, including a music festival, a masterclass, and reception parties. Ever since I started working at a PR company in Tokyo, I’ve had more access to really cool events happening in the area and it’s always fun to … Continue Reading

Portland State University Japan Night 2018 Faces of Japan

Portland State University’s Japanese Student Society has been hosting Japan Night for 10 years now, and this year I’m proud to say that I was invited to perform and speak as one of the headlining artists. With taiko, kendo, dance performances, and a special performance by headlining artist Eden Kai, Japan Night 2018 proved to … Continue Reading

ULTRA JAPAN 2016 Day 3

It rained on the third day of ULTRA JAPAN weekend, but that didn’t stop Gail from The Equinox Fashion and I from enjoying Nero, Martin Garrix and Tiesto! What a perfect way to end the weekend. ULTRA JAPAN最終日は雨が降ってしまったけど、だからってNero, Martin GarrixとTiestoを見逃す訳にはいきませんでした!タイから来日しているゲールちゃんと行けて、楽しかったです!良い週末だったなぁ。  

ULTRA JAPAN 2016 Day 1

ULTRA JAPAN day 1 with H&M was the best start to my 3-day weekend. The H&M VIP booth had their fall collection on display with a luxurious lounging space, and Marie and I of course enjoyed music from the main stage to its fullest. Thank you to an amazing first day. Now getting ready for … Continue Reading

EDO for Night Nation Run in Japan

Performing my music in front of thousands of people has been a dream of mine since I was 12 years old. Last month, this little dream of mine came true at Night Nation Run in Japan, the first ever running music festival from the states. It took me a couple of weeks to get these … Continue Reading

David Guetta @ the XS Las Vegas

During my first weekend in California, I drove up to Las Vegas to see David Guetta at the XS Club at Wynn Resorts. Vegas is definitely a crazy party scene, I’m not sure how else to put it. But David Guetta and surprise guest Bebe Rexha were definitely worth the trip there. Next time, I’m … Continue Reading

Coachella 2016 Weekend 1 – pt. 2 with a feature on LA Weekly

My two weeks in California flew by before I knew it, and now I’m back in Tokyo writing up about my 2nd day at Coachella 2016. We arrived a little earlier than the previous day, allowing us to see CHVRCHES before the sun set, and also Disclosure right after on the main stage. There was … Continue Reading

Coachella 2016 Weekend 1

When I was planning my trip to California, I’m going to be honest – I wasn’t even thinking of going to Coachella at all. I’ve always heard the tickets always sell out quickly, so year after year I’ve given up on ever going to on of the biggest music festivals on the west coast. But … Continue Reading