Walking around Kyoto, you'll notice an increasing number of shops with a similar atmosphere: old buildings, pristine wood, stone, plants, and open spaces. In fashion, too, techniques, silhouettes, materials, and styling can suddenly spread, leading to an abundance of similar expressions. We call this a "trend." But why does a single expression spread so rapidly? I believe "symbolization" plays a role in this mechanism. [Related Articles] [Ant...…
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Walking around Kyoto, you'll notice an increasing number of shops with a similar atmosphere: old buildings, pristine wood, stone, plants, and open spaces. In fashion, too, techniques, silhouettes, materials, and styling can suddenly spread, leading to an abundance of similar expressions. We call this a "trend." But why does a single expression spread so rapidly? I believe "symbolization" plays a role in this mechanism. [Related Articles] [Ant...…