Detective Conan The Movie: Black Iron Submarine (名探偵コナン●黒鉄の魚影 サブマリン) Playing in Cathay Cinemas Now!

Hi Huneybees,

Shinjitsu wa Itsumo Hitotsu (しんじつはいつもひとつ)！ 

There is always only one truth!  

The Black Organization has struck again! This time, we are taken to Hachijo-Jima island, Tokyo; where our main character Detective Conan helps Interpol with a murder mystery involving a new facial recognition tech.

Imagine a software that can detect all our footmarks with just a photo, crimes can be detected earlier, and no matter where the bad guys go, we can easily track them down! Additionally, with just a childhood photo, your adult image can be worked out via CGI, so missing children can be found!

Well, this is the amazing tech which the movie - Detective Conan The Movie: Black Iron Submarine  (名探偵コナン●黒鉄の魚影 サブマリン) revolves around. Engineers from around the world gathered for the full-scale operation of "Pacific Buoy," an offshore facility to connect security cameras owned by the worldwide police forces. The tech is undergoing a test run when one of the creators went missing...

Meanwhile, Conan and the Detective Boys visit Hachijo-Jima at Sonoko's invitation and receive a phone call from Subaru Okiya (a graduate student in the Graduate School of Engineering at Tokyo Metropolitan University, who is an FBI agent Shuichi Akai and a black-robed organization's Rye) informing them that a Europol employee was murdered in Germany by the Black Organization's Gin and that they are targeting on the new tech too!

Conan, who is disquieted, sneaks into the facility and finds himself in the midst of the missing case. His friend Ai Haibara (who is a former member of the Black Organization but now works with Conan to destroy them) also got entangled and kidnapped too. The story unfolds as he goes on his rescue mission.

Black Iron Submarine is the first time in six films that the Black Organization is deeply involved in the plot, and the film takes us back to the heart of the work. The mix of 2D and 3D animation is pretty smooth,  just not a big fan that the characters are a little more angular compared to the previous versions. His signature red bow tie look took a break for a more casual image, it could have appeared at least once coz when the red bow appeared, it seemed like a little story jump.

All in all, the movie brings back tons of memories and it was fun to catch it with fans during the special screening, where everyone shared exclamations and clapped during climax. It's easy to be brought into the story even for those who have not seen Detective Conan before. In fact, the movie has attracted me to go visit Hachijo-Jima on my travel list!

A little background on the Detective Conan series...

Detective Conan is a detective story about Shinichi Kudo, a high school detective who turns into an elementary school student after being given a special drug by the mysterious Black Organization. Kudo then takes on the alter-ego of “Conan Edogawa,” a young detective. He skillfully manipulates Kogoro Mouri, a slightly ditzy detective and father of his childhood friend Ran Mouri, in order to solve a series of difficult cases while hiding his true identity.

In addition to the various cases that arise, the series depicts a fierce battle against its nemesis, the Black Organization, and the gradual unraveling of the organization’s mysterious ways has continued to fascinate many fans. 

Detective Conan The Movie: Black Iron Submarine  (名探偵コナン●黒鉄の魚影 サブマリン) is now playing in Cathay Cinemas, catch it before it goes offscreen...

Official website: https://www.conan-movie.jp/

Director: Yuzuru Tachikawa

Screenplay: Takeharu Sakurai

Music Composer: Yugo Kanno

Original creator: Gosho Aoyama

Cast:

Minami Takayama as Conan Edogawa

Megumi Hayashibara as Ai Haibara

Rikiya Koyama as Kogorō Mōri

Wakana Yamazaki as Ran Mōri

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I Want To Go To My Little Pony Cafe! Fly Me To Japan Please?

Hi fellow Pegasisters and Bronies!

WHAAAAATTTT?!!!

A My Little Pony Cafe has popped up in Tokyo, Japan recently!

If only I could ride on Twilight Sparkle's back and fly there now ~~~

Looking at all the photos posted on social media, it seems that for the first time. Equestria has come to life! For a limited time, the Sunday Jam Cafe in the midst of Harajuku has transformed into a My Little Pony themed cafe, with all the lovely, delicious food that Pinkie Pie would have made. Every generation of ponies are gathered here at this themed cafe to meet their fans.

Photos credits: http://nerdist.com/japans-my-little-pony-cafe-looks-magical/

Photo Credits: OMOTESANDO AND AOYAMA INFO, TWITTER

Rainbows, plush ponies splattered all over the cafe, even the dishes served are splattered with My Little Pony traces. Check out the coffee art and prints on the cookie and toast! If only they can have this in every part of the world! Idea? Open 1 here in Singapore? I will surely be reporting there everyday! =X

Photo Credits: http://kotaku.com/

Besides themed dishes, there's also a giant mural, pony plushes scattered around the establishment for you to snap selfies and wefies. Before you leave, don't forget to buy those themed merchandise like notebooks and keychains. 

The My Little Pony Cafe is open until November 29, and then it will revert back to its usual appearance and menu as Sunday Jam. Follow the cafe on Twitter to get more details and if you are Tokyp, be sure to pop on over !!!

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Kate Spade Saturday Is #THEBESTDAYEVER !

Hi Huneybees,

On Friday, I was at the bright sun shine-y event that announced the arrival of Kate Spade Saturday. It is the younger, wallet-friendly sister of Kate Spade. Channeling the carefree spirit of the weekend and bringing it to every day of the week with bright colors, graphic silhouettes, and bold prints. Putting its own spin on casual, Kate Spade Saturday creates product that is equal parts style and function, from versatile travel bags to go-anywhere dresses to smart lifestyle goods.

The brand will be opening its doors at ION Orchard (B1-27/27A) on October 26th, launching new items every Saturday. Your Saturdays will never be the same again and it will be #THEBESTDAYEVER !!!

The new multi-category brand offers apparel (including dresses, jackets, denim, T-shirts, sweaters, and swimwear) and accessories (including handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, watches, footwear, eyewear, and tech accessories), as well as tabletop and home décor items.

The bright yellow is welcoming and at the launch, we also got to see some of the seasons eye cacthing colours as well as the hologram pvc look. One that really caught my eyes would have to be the black and white graphical zig zag print. It was printed on wallets, cushions, tablet covers, wallets, etc. I think I'm definitely gona get my hands on them!

Kate Spade Saturday launched in the United States exclusively online at Saturday.com in Spring 2013, opened a pop-up shop in New York City’s Meatpacking District in July, and recently opened a store in Los Angeles this September, with plans to open select permanent stores across the U.S. by the end of the year. The brand first launched in Japan in March 2013 with a flagship store in Tokyo and an e-commerce shop at Saturday.jp and soon after opened four additional stores throughout Japan.

Taking an energetic approach to online and in-store shopping, Kate Spade Saturday offers engaging features for its customer such as new arrivals every week and curated product content. With this same spirit of innovation, the brand partnered with eBay in June to launch shoppable windows in downtown Manhattan, offering free 1-hour messenger delivery service within New York City, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for a full month.

In its signature yellow retail spaces, Kate Spade Saturday has designed a unique store experience that celebrates the social side of shopping with friends, while creating a seamless, grab-and-go experience. Customers are encouraged to relax and hang out as much as they are to browse and shop.

At the in-store customization station, customers can combine a wide variety of colors and patterns to create their own version of the brand’s signature Weekender Bag. There's so much combinations to it, I bet you will have infinite fun coming up with your very own Weekender Bag!

Excited for the store to open? I know I am! I almost wanted to run away with this tic-tac-toe mat. It's so fun and whimsical. I want it on my wall ~

The first Kate Spade Saturday store in Singapore will open this fall at Shop 27/27A, Level B1 at ION Shopping Mall, 2 Orchard Turn in Orchard, and will be accompanied by the launch of an ecommerce site, Saturday.sg.

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CASIO G-SHOCK Celebrates 30 Years of Timepiece Innovation With Shock The World Party

Hi Huneybees,

From New York to Berlin and Paris, to Tokyo and Dubai, the “SHOCK THE WORLD” movement has brought together thousands of people since its inception in 2009 across continents and cultures to celebrate the brand and its legacy of trendsetting innovation in timepieces.

And this July, Casio G-SHOCK returned with the highly anticipated “SHOCK THE WORLD 2013” tour, in celebration of the iconic timepiece’s 30th birthday across major cities worldwide. We had the honour of meeting Mr Kikuo Ibe, the father of these indestructible watches!

Ibe-san made a really kawaii animation to explain to us the whole R&D process where in the end, it lead to him creating a huge ball with a watch face within. He knew he was going the wrong direction and everything came to his mind when he was looking at a little girl playing with ball. He knew he could "suspend" the watch within a rubber encasing shown below...

 Ibe-san even did a demonstration on stage, whacking his watch hard against a board. It was safe and sound and functioning as usual. In fact, at the press conference, watches were dropped sky high and it did not affect them too. That's how durable G-Shock is!

“When we first started G-SHOCK, we wanted to challenge conventional wisdom that a wrist watch always had to be handled with care. Each G-SHOCK watch is the perfect embodiment of the latest in shock resistance technology with cutting-edge design. As we now celebrate G-SHOCK’s successful 30-year history, it is about sharing our vision and journey as we remain committed to continually innovate and evolve our design to excite the world" --- Mr Kikuo Ibe, Creator of G-Shock

To mark G-SHOCK’s milestone 30th anniversary in Singapore, G-SHOCK has collaborated with two of Singapore’s most talented designers and unveiled 2 limited edition stylized G-SHOCK watches designed by local design icon, Keith Png (who has dressed international movie stars like Zhang Ziyi) and the design collective duo, Andrew Loh and Kenny Lim of DEPRESSION, who are known across Asia for their signature bold, monochromatic designs.

Since its inception, G-SHOCK has played a key role in shaping the world’s various sports, arts, fashion and street cultures, making the brand a vital part of youth culture. Hosted by MTV VJ and popular television personality, Max Loong, the “SHOCK THE WORLD 2013” Singapore party featured adrenaline-pumping performances by AOS Collective together with Beatboxer Dhani.

Yohei Uchino, winner of last year’s G-SHOCK presents Real Toughness dance competition, Tsutomu Kitayama, winner of Voodoo Jam 2013, UK Bboy championship winner, 2goo, alongside popular Malaysian singer Shi Xing Hui and local rapper and celebrity Sheikh Haikel were also those on stage to perform for us. Everyone were high to the max under the Singapore heat!

Other program highlights included the exciting battle of local dance talent in the Absolute Toughness Dance Xtreme finals. The grand winner, from each dance genre was not only rewarded with a return trip and accommodation to Japan but also a chance to battle it out with the rest of the world.

At the event, there was also an introduction to some new models of watches that can only be found at the G-Shock premium store at Marina Bay Sands (MBS)...

Woohoo! The new generation G-Shock is Bluetooth v4.0 Enabled, where you can link it to your iPhone through an app. Not only does it alert you when you get Facebook or Twitter notifications, the watch also helps you locate your phone through a simple button. What's more is that the time is synced via the iPhone! Talk about high tech!

The Gravity Defier comes complete with a construction capable of standing up to the forces of impact, vibration, and three G-forces - Shock Resistant, Centrifugal Force Resistant and Vibration Resistant. The hand that indicates direction is made of carbon fiber and it comes with Tough Solar powering system, a sapphire crystal glass with anti-glare coating, a resin band, a water resistance of 200 meters, an easy to read display.

MT-G meaning Metal Twisted G-Shock is made up of composite structure of Metal and Resin, it is definitely anti-shock and solar powered, water resistant and dual time ready.

Mr-G is the ideal watch for the business man who keeps flying non-stop. Made of anti-scratching Titanium body, this watch is not only an analog watch, it also auto syncs to the local time wherever you fly to. Super smart right?

GIEZ are new model watches that are the first to pack event-hand chronograph modules plus World Time with date indication into a G-SHOCK shock-resistant configuration. Their features include a 1/20-second stop watch and 27-city World Time, and more. The seven hands provide display of a wealth of information at a glance. Metal and resin parts create a contrast for a look that is elegant and sporty.

Ok, I'm leaving you with a showcase of watches specially designed. 

Note: they are not for sale...

For more information on G-SHOCK 30th Anniversary ‘SHOCK THE WORLD 2013’ in Singapore, log on to http://shocktheworldsingapore.com/, or at http://www.casio-intl.com/sg/en/.

More photos from the press con and event can be found here in my album...

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