Move over, Hello Kitty, Pokemon and manga. Make room for the new pop culture craze from Japan: ball-jointed dolls, also known as BJDs. Already huge in Japan and South Korea, these hand-sculpted, ...
SHANGHAI — Walking around her studio, Gong Xin’s face lights up when she walks past her favorite girl. “This is my oldest daughter!” the 30-year-old says with a whimsical grin. Wearing a boho outfit ...
As more and more young people turn to short video platforms like Douyin (TikTok) and Kuaishou to express their creativity, new trends have been appearing one after another. The latest trend? Posing ...
A booming market for miniature clothing has become the latest growth driver in China’s “doll economy” – fuelled by Gen Z’s passion for the toys and the emotional comfort they provide. “Loving ...
Nguyen Thi Thu Nga, a 90s-born artist from Hai Phong city, is one of the few in Vietnam crafting high-end ball-jointed dolls, whose unique style and cultural flair are captivating collectors worldwide ...