Japanophiles think they know all there is to know about what makes Japan so uniquely unlike every place else on earth. We`ve all seen the “Top 10” lists that include the vending machines, the manga, the robot bar, and the parasite museum. But let`s not be afraid to point the finger at what so many women clad in blue suits have been sporting with such panache.
Nails as an art form.
Essie`s recent campaign does a poor job of framing this issue.
Cute names and lovely colors, but nothing near what a self respecting salary woman would sport. A great example of what we have here. A nice shade of one color.
For examples, I had to call in my favorite nail art afficionado who can`t be named. But whose name looks a lot like “name” but sounds more like “Swami.” She took a few pics of her latest creations.
Starting with the simple- in a hurry- only have to time to bejewel one nail today.
Next on to a more individualized look but still rather subdued.
And to the final piece certainly worthy of a spot in the Mori Tower:
I`d had way too much sake when I took this picture, but these even have small sculptures.
If that doesn`t impress you, how about this?
This from my friend who`s not only creative with her nails but can also help your kid write an essay that will get them in to any college, anywhere, no matter what their SAT score. (here at EXPAT Essay)
On balance, my nail salon, as in the one I frequent not own, does offer a French Manicure done with glitter. Yawn.
Next time I`m in Japan, I`m bringing back some “expertise” in my suitcase.
If you have any pics of nails to be proud, please do share so we can all ooh and aah!
Apparently CNN Travel agrees that Japanese nail art is top notch!
http://www.cnn.com/videos/travel/2016/08/12/tokyo-pov-nail-art.cnn
Hey from Japan- or wherever the moving van arrives- Emily Cannell 
At the salon, I’ve seen women getting their nails done with all the bling. The manicurists are artists with very steady hands!
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Of course in NY – y’all even have good ramen! Btw- will be up there on the fall- we should break bread of you have time?
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Yes! I’d love that. I’m away for a week in October. When were you planning to be in NYC?
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Looks like mid Oct- weekend of 22nd…. You around?
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Oh no! That’s the one weekend I’m away. Any chance you’ll be here the weekend of the 15th or the 29th?
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Oh Nooooo! I’ll be back. Offspring #1 in school in NY
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My daughter does a pretty stunning number herself. I hunted this one down for you š
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STUNNING! They are absolutely fabulous! Thanks for sharing. Art work for sure. And quite a steady hand.
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Wow that is so crazy, come back to Canada
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Well you know that many are considering just that! I saw that the Canadian immigration web site crashed yesterday. Or new pics of Justin Trudeau are circulating… could have been caused by our election or new pics….
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