PROFILE
A DJ and producer who performs under the name FPM (Fantastic Plastic Machine), since his debut in 1995, he has been constantly exploring experimental and innovative sounds that have fascinated music freaks in Japan and around the world. While all kinds of events were forced to cancel due to the Corona disaster, he released his latest work using a method where the music can only be viewed through a QR code attached to the artwork of Beethoven in a gas mask. For more information, please visit Mr. Tanaka's Instagram (@tomoyukitanaka(Check the following).
Mr. Tanaka goes to the Hall of Fame store, a leader in the optic world, where he has been a public and private friend.
SPOT.1GlobeSpecs Kyoto
This famous store, with its main store in Shibuya, was awarded the title of "World's Best Shop" at "MIDO", the world's largest international eyeglasses exhibition held in Italy. The shop picks up supreme eyewear from all over the world, including vintage eyewear and eyewear with high craftsmanship.
Location: Shinpukan 1F
Phone: 075-241-0876
www.globespecs.co.jp
Globespecs is well known among eyeglass enthusiasts, and I understand that Mr. Tanaka has been a regular customer for a long time.
That's right. I was allowed to DJ at the anniversary event, and I also bought some of my favorite brands here, such as "Resca Rennetier" and "Native Sons," and I have been indebted to them for a long time.
Mr. Tanaka selected 3 bottles.
( from top )O.J GLOBE SPECS OPTICAL Co.'s HENRY¥37,000+tax, GERNOT LINDER's KYOTO II¥84,000+tax, AHLEM's CONCORDE¥52,000+tax.
Were the glasses you are wearing today also purchased at Globespecs?
This is from Leska Lunetier, and was recommended to me by the owner, Tetsuya Okada, and I decided on it immediately. I have talked with many fashionable people in my life, but Okada-san's stylishness is unsurpassed among them. Not only does he suggest eyeglasses that suit me, but I am also attracted to the space where Mr. Okada's personality comes out.
. Both the Shibuya and Daikanyama stores are lined with antique shelves and mirrors, but you can tell just by looking at the store that the Kyoto store also has quite a few unusual fixtures.
Mr. Okada told us that the Kyoto Central Telephone Station, which is the basis of Shinpukan, was built in the 20s, so most of the fixtures are from the same period. The flooring was imported from England, and the trousseau used by a French hat shop was also made in the 20s . Just being in the massive store makes you feel that you are sure to find a great pair of glasses.
Among the many fixtures, what caught Mr. Tanaka's eye was a 40s tube amplifier that was actually used by the U.S. military. I'm an amp fanatic, but this is the first time I've seen this item. It produces a deep sound, and at the same time, it's wonderful that it looks so picturesque just by being placed there," said Tanaka.
Mr. Okada was also visiting from Tokyo at the time of the interview, so I asked him to choose something he thought Tanaka-san would like.
(Okada-san holds up a pair of glasses he took from the shelf.) I've never seen anything like this before. They are Air Force Mil-Spec American Optical, dead stock from the 40s. . They are the ultimate metal frames, with wide rims for a wider field of vision and adjustable temples so that they can be worn while wearing a helmet. These are glasses that will last a lifetime and are well worth their price. . I would like to shop more, but I don't seem to have time, so I will visit again on a private visit.
American Optical's Big Pilot ¥242,000+tax.
. It encompasses a powerful horizontal rim, telescoping temples, and other details that make sense. Although the astronomical rarity of the vintage makes them pricey, they will become lifelong companions that will age with the user.
