J.L.M.

Chōu Ōta | Vaccination 1934

Ink and color on paper | 199.5 x 119 cm

Great example of antique 3 pieces bridal ensemble (matching black, red and white kimono) called 三枚襲 sanmai-gasane or 三つ襲 mitsu-gasane, which could then be worn by well-off brides:

Taken from “Akimi Yoshida A to Z: Special Talks and Interviews” pg. 45–54

The World of Yoshida Akimi

From the magazine “Queer Japan” which discusses matters of sexuality and gender.

An interview held by author Fushimi Noriaki is included in this special feature: “The Sexuality of Expression.”

Here, Yoshida Akimi’s works are examined from a different perspective thus far.

(Yoshida Akimi’s “Yasha” was in the middle of serialization in the year 2000)

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First publication: 2000, “Queer Japan” Vol. 2 (Keiso Shobo)

anyway, here are snippets that i found on someone’s blog. bless their heart for sharing.

Taken from “Akimi Yoshida A to Z: Special Talks and Interviews” pg. 45–54

The World of Yoshida Akimi

From the magazine “Queer Japan” which discusses matters of sexuality and gender.

An interview held by author Fushimi Noriaki is included in this special feature: “The Sexuality of Expression.”

Here, Yoshida Akimi’s works are examined from a different perspective thus far.

(Yoshida Akimi’s “Yasha” was in the middle of serialization in the year 2000)

-

First publication: 2000, “Queer Japan” Vol. 2 (Keiso Shobo)

Bernie Fuchs (1932-2009) - The Festive Spirit of Mardi Gras, 1959.

The Rose of Versailles: Andre and Oscar Snow Troupe 1989

Poster and program photos

Cast

Andre: Mori Keaki

Oscar: Ichiro Maki

Rosalie: Ayu Yuuki