Japonica: Year of the Rat

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STORYTELLING: A white rat named Itchy and his many siblings, were cold and hungry. There was nothing to eat. Winter could be brutal on tiny creatures. Lucky for them, they were clever rodent-kind! Suddenly, Itchy stood up tall, whiskers twitching. Music! He faced the direction of the wonderful melody. Oh, there was delicious food that way too! He flicked his skinny rat tail as if to say, "This way!," and raced over snow-covered branches and squeezed through tight spaces until the beautiful human home of warmth, music, and food opened before him and his brethren. They were so happy. The humans must have been happy to see them too, since the female screeched, and did a dance with her arms in the air, hopping left and right. Itchy snickered. Humans were strange. He darted across the matt, scurried up a small table, and lifted a ripe orange in his paws. He felt grateful to the humans, so before he left with his ill-gotten goods, he waved a paw back to the humans. It was his way of saying, Thanks.

Happy New Year! I couldn't resist squeezing in one more fun Japonica image. The official start of Year of the Rat is January 25, 2020. There's still time to get your Year of the Rat party on! For this image I included lots of gacha goodies, from decor to clothing from Japonica.

On him, Male Geisha Konpeki:
Outfit: Sakka's Studio Ss - MENS'20 Haori kimono - blue, Pearl strings [mesh](Japonica)(420L)
Hat: Air 9) RAKKA _Black G+White_CM, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(50L)
Gloves: NOCHE Bill Essential Gloves [mesh](349L)
Hair: Wasabi Draco Mesh Hair - A [mesh](250L)
Eye makeup: Izzie's Eyelid Changer Monolid LAQ [BOM] (149L)
Skin: Pink Fuel [PF] Doll V2 Porcelain, dkbrow [BOM](2500L)
Eyes: Dead Apples Marble - Electric [mesh](89L)
Mesh head: Raven Bell  BJD Bento Head James // OMEGA-UV [mesh] (2000L)
Pose, instrument: Marushi 7)Marushin_Oiran_zabuton, 2li [mesh](300L)

On her, Zougeiro:
Hair: Silvery K TUBAKI-hime Hair#12 Tubaki PlatinumBlond, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(50L)
Coat: tomoto haoriF 2019 ume gold, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(75L)
Kimono, Obi, bow: tomoto haoriF 2019 RARE turquoise, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(75L)
Socks: c*C*c TabiSocks gacha #04 Yellow, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(50L)
Gloves: Hilly Haalan [hh] Winter Gloves MAITREYA [mesh](gift)
Eyes: Poetic Colors pearl - clear pond - large bright [mesh] (150L)
Skin: Belleza Smokey Skin, FLF [BOM]
Head: LAQ Bento - Scarlet 3.04 [mesh](1500L)
Body: Maitreya Mesh Body Lara [mesh](2750L)
Pose: UZME OrientalEX2R (Japonica)(150L)

Setting:
Offering: Schadenfreude Kagami Mochi Offering [mesh](Japonica)(150L)
Offering: Schadenfreude Kagami Nezumi Rats [mesh](Japonica)(150L)
Pillow: Kyoko Couture 1.KC No.77 JaponicaCushion, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(50L)
Pillow: Kyoko Couture 4.KC No.77 JaponicaCushion, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(50L)
Pillow: Kyoko Couture 10.KC No.77 JaponicaCushion, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(50L)
Chest stairs: Maru Kado Hako Kaidan (mirror/6Li) ([mesh]Japonica)(220L)
Chest: Maru Kado Cha Tansu (2Li/sliding door script) [mesh](Japonica)(220L)
Floor: Maru Kado Koagari_tatami (3Li) [mesh](Japonica)(220L)
Mochi Flower display: MonkeyGirl [MG] mochihana BAMBOO S-G [mesh](Japonica)(200L)
Backdrop: MonkeyGirl [MG]Backdrop JP1, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(50L)

 

Japonica: a Walk in the Snow

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STORYLINE: When the snow was falling, it was so peaceful and quiet. Konpeki loved it and wanted to enjoy it even though it was unwise to walk alone on stairs and the icy paths in his ankle-breaking tall geta. But this was his art. If he could not make it look easy and elegant he would need to find a new job. He was a rare Male Geisha. Everywhere he went, people stopped and stared. Normally he loved the attention and charmed the crowds well, but on a quiet cold night like this, he loved his alone time with nature more. 

Japonica has begun its anniversary hunt and there are prizes for men, women, hair, decor and even Chibit!  If you haven't stopped by Japonica yet, what are you waiting for? You can see a sneak preview of prizes here: Japonica Hunt

About the kimono coat shown above, it comes in red, black, green, blue, and green checkers. (Note: there is another model of the kimono that has a card pattern instead of checkers). You can choose 2 patterns for the inside or red or black. The kimono itself is Animesh. You need an animesh enabled viewer to see it correctly. It is constantly in motion, and comes with an animation hud to pose the sleeves and main body, or a set of standing and sitting animations.

On him, Male Geisha Konpeki:
Hair: Silvery K SAKURA Style Hair#4_(non bands)Silver, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(50L)
Scarf: MOMOCHUU Natsume Muffler Fatpack, RARE, gacha [mesh](Japonica)(60L)
Coat: ridi-ludi-fool / Naminoke Male Uchikake Koheiji Ichimatsu [Animesh](Japonica)(480L)
Hairpin: ROZOREAGALIA Tamayura hairpin [mesh](Japonica)(230L)
Hairpin: ROZOREAGALIA BiHull*hairpin(B)(Reimei) [mesh](Japonica)(90L)
Hairpin: ROZOREAGALIA BiHull*hairpin(D)(Reimei) [mesh](Japonica)(90L)
Hairpin: ROZOREAGALIA BiHull*hairpin(E)(Reimei) [mesh](Japonica)(100L)
Hairpin: ROZOREAGALIA BiHull*hairpin(F)(Reimei) [mesh](Japonica)(110L)
Skirt: titzuki / Fakeicon harang skirt, male, black [mesh]
Top: tomoto tanktop black [mesh] (240L)
Parasol: ROIRO Wagasa Kinari, gacha [mesh](50L)
Eye makeup: Izzie's Eyelid Changer Monolid LAQ [BOM] (149L)
Skin Face: Pink Fuel [PF] Doll V2 Porcelain, dkbrow [BOM](2500L)
Lips: Pink Fuel [PF] Sora <Alabaster> Classic Pout Lipstick - Blue [BOM](2500L)
Eyes: Dead Apples Marble - Electric [mesh](89L)
Mesh head: Raven Bell  BJD Bento Head James // OMEGA-UV [mesh] (2000L)
Body, and body skin: The Shops / TheMeshProject [BODY] Legacy (m) (1.1)  [mesh] (5000L)
Pose: Diesel Works Baasha4 (90L)

Location:

Village of Ahiru

2065: Kujo of the Cyber Mafia

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STORYLINE: High above the busy streets of Insilico, a man's laughter rang out from the most plush penthouse of the city. Kujo, ringleader of the Cyber Mafia, was plugged into an expensive VR gaming rig. A silent android watched him in the otherwise empty room as he twisted and dodged attacks from some unseen enemy. "Hey, Gertie," he yelled a little too loudly, "I haven't had this much fun since I was a little shit in the global games tourney." The android nodded politely. "Superior technique, Master. No one will suspect the mighty EVA is piloted by a human this time." The droid turned to look at the flickering security monitors from her master's overhyped Death Match: Battle Bot EVA vs a bona-fide Creature of the Night. No one thought the vampire would win, it looked like it was starved to death. Interest in the fight was remarkably high. Perhaps because it was so rare to see a living Nosferatu. They were thought extinct long ago. She looked at the massive number of bets pouring in from the net. "Everything is proceeding to plan. EVA is heavily favored to win." Kujo laughed, "I think its time EVA stumbled, don't you?" He faked a trip. Gertie watched silently as the vampire took advantage. It made quick work of Eva, then leapt into the screaming crowd to begin feasting on them. Gertie turned away from the carnage. Was it wise to let that... thing, live? Wait. She turned to the haloscreen of the VIP viewing boxes. Fights were breaking out. "Master look!" she pointed. They both saw it at the same time. The display case of Kujo's most prized possession, the Yata no Kagami, was shattered as a gambler tossed a loan shark into the display. Kujo quickly unhooked himself from the rig. Fury blazed in his cybernetically enhanced eyes, "Ready my copter, NOW!"

Japonica is back, and this time its wearing a little something special to spice up your nights. Head over to Re:Japonica to see what I mean. Scandalous goodies to have for girls, guys, homes, and decor. Have fun!

On Him, Kujo:
Top: Cubic Cherry 08 {Vain} top (TMP) fade blk-red, gacha (Lootbox)(50L)
Harness: Cubic Cherry 02 {Vain} Harness (TMP) dark pack RARE, gacha (Lootbox)(50L)
Kimono: [ ridi-ludi-fool ] *juban (Men) type D Black [mesh](Re:Japonica)(500L)
Belt: Tomoto shigoki beltF 1 [mesh](120L)
Pants: Tomoto slim pants black [mesh](350L)
Hair: No.Match No One, black pack [mesh](200L)
Horns: CerberusXing [CX] War Horns [mesh](199L)
Tail: CerberusXing [CX] XenoPlug - Black [mesh](500L)
Claws: CerberusXing Metal Claws Nightfall TMP [mesh](250L)
Eyemakeup applier: Aii Inari Makeup Pack TMP (175L)
Hairbase applier: Tableau Vivant Hack undercut hairbase Black, TMP (250L)
Tattoo body applier: Fallen Gods The Name of Silence Golem TMP, gacha (50L)
Face, skin, hand applier: Fallen Gods Pure [xy] Ivory TMP (990L)
Eyes: IKON Deadshine Eyes - Quicksilver [mesh](150L)
Mask: Death Row Designs Cybermask - mono [mesh]
Piercings: Haus of Darcy Enigma - Yakuza Red [mesh]
Belly Piercings: Haus of Darcy Thrust Spiked Hip Dermals v2 - Yakuza Red [mesh]
Hands: Vista Bento Pro Hand Male Slink [mesh](700L) 30% off sale
Head: TheMeshProject (BETA) Head(m) - Anime (Deluxe) [mesh](5000L)
Body: TheMeshProject (BETA) Deluxe Body [mesh](5000L)
Pose: Diesel Works Drogo2 (90L)

Location:
Insilico East

The Hamster’s Human Toys

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STORYLINE: Grammy Hammy was excited. Tonight was her annual New Year's Eve party and all the neighborhood pups were invited. Just in time for the festivities, the mail delivered intricately craved miniature New Years decorations. She bounced happily to her little bonsai display and carefully added her latest little treasures. "There," she stepped back to admire her handiwork. It was just so adorable! Her special guests will be so delighted! ....Well maybe not the pale humorless male who always complained bitterly about being picked-up (he even bit her once!), but the girl was always cheerful and enjoyed being cuddled. Oh! It was almost sunset. The pups better hurry or they will miss it!  It was only after the sunset on New Year's Eve that the mini Ninjas would become visible. They were strange looking creatures, tiny hairless apes (and not all that attractive if you asked her), but they were always welcome in her home as honored guests. Why? Because they were tireless protectors of children. Each year she did her best to honor them and thank them for their service.

On him, Little Ninja Dev:
Hoodie: Tomoto hoodie haoriM white [mesh], gacha (Memento Mori) (75L)
Outfit: Tomoto kurogo red (Homme) [mesh], gacha (100L)
Mask: W-Zero -00-Yoko-EarringsRed, gacha [mesh](75L)
Mask: W-Zero -00-Yoko-EarWhite, gacha [mesh](75L)
Hair: .Shi .Shi : Bob Knot [mesh](285L)
Tail: Cubic Cherry 12{Kitsune} tail grey, gacha [mesh](50L)
Eyes: Aii Ugly & Beautiful Designs Kitsune Red Eyes (50L)
Skin system: Tableau Vivant Nathan - tone 1 - blond (990L)
Skin Body Applier: Tableau Vivant Tone 1, Slink (400L)
Hands: Slink Avatar Enhancement Hands [mesh](450L)
Body: Slink Physique MALE Mesh Body V2.9[mesh](1,250L)
Pose: momomuller / 3M standing_m_001-1 (40L)

On her, Grammy Hammy:
Glasses: Crie Style Houkusai (350L)
Kimono: Sakka's Studio Ham Furisode#1  hammer/cream [mesh], gacha (30L)
Avatar: Beetlebones :BB:: Dwarf Hamster Parti-Sable [mesh], gacha (100L)

On her, Little Ninja Aarya:
Guest Appearance: Aarya Phantomhive of the Dark Phantom blog
For a complete stylecard and more of this storyline, visit the Dark Phantom blog Bonsai-champloo.
Sword: Mandala Sakura Dynasty set [mesh](197L)

Setting:
Bonsai: CerberusXing [CX] Juniper Bonsai [mesh](150L)
Flower arrangement: RH Design House [[RH]] KADOMATU (180L)
Screen: Marushin 3)Marushin_Oiran_Tsuitate(LI1) [mesh], gacha (30L)
Case: Marushin 8)Marushin_Oiran_tabakobon (LI2) [mesh], gacha
Blanket: Marushin 4)Marushin_Oiran_Mousen (LI1) [mesh], gacha
Floorlamp: Marushin 5)Marushin_Oiran_Bonbori(LI1) [mesh], gacha
Lamp: Marushin 9)Marushin_Oiran_andon_L (LI1) [mesh], gacha
Instrument: Monkey Banana 1 [MB] KOTO [RARE] [mesh], gacha (50L)
Target: Monkey Banana  4,[MB] NINJA House -Mato(Target) [mesh], gacha (50L)
Wall decoration: Monkey Banana [MB] KUMADE -takarafune- (small) Display [mesh](120L)
Table: Culprit Japanese Zaisu Set O [mesh] (250L)
House: Monkey Girl Dokodemo Washitsu Rectangle [mesh](300L)

RMK Gothic Bunny Hunt: Off With Her Head!

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STORYLINE: A fall from such a height should have resulted in injuries, however Alice was unharmed. She fell on top of the March Hare who had been waiting for the White Rabbit. The March Hare grumbled insults at her she dare not repeat. He dusted himself off, then checked if his horn or fingers were broken.

The outfit for the March Hare is actually an outfit for the women with a nice mesh jacket and corset shirt, but I thought this menswear like outfit had so many nice elements, I could not resist flipping it for male by switching the jacket and shirt. Results I think are good, especially with the MnM rigged boots. Fun.

On Him, The March Hare:

Hat, pants, collar, tie, pocket watch, trumpet: Dreaming Maiden McTwisp (Alice in RMK Bunny Hunt #15)(free)

Shoes: [MnM] platform shoes *PS-001M (400L)

Jacket, Shirt: Fatewear Smith - Tundra (tinted) (750L)

Hair: LALA Moon Heinrich Ash Beige (free)

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STORYLINE: Card Soliders suddenly surrounded Alice. The Jack of Spades stepped forward and said, "Yes, she's the one I saw eating the Queen's tarts!" Alice was immediately arrested. Outraged, she blurted, "That's a lie! I saw you eating the tarts!" But it was no use pleading her innocence. The Card Soliders and Jack were all Spades. She was marched before the Queen of Hearts. To her horror, the queen appeared quite mad, "Off with her head!"

The Queen of Hearts was a lot of fun to put together. Outfit comes with Lolas Tango applier. Alice is wearing the kimono by Tomoto that has lots of cool details in the Alice in Wonderland theme. There is even an outer apron for this wonderful outfit, and a hairbow too. Oh, and something else kind of fun, The Ace Spades is known as the death card. This was lucky draw from the landing point. The outfit has a blue violet back, hood and stockings, and hair.

On the Ace of Spades:
Outfit: RokumeikaN Card Soldier (Ace of Spades, rare) [mesh] (Alice in RMK Bunny Hunt, Landing Gift) (free)

On Her, The Queen of Hearts:
Dress, stockings: Sakide Queen Outfit (Alice in RMK Bunny Hunt #24)(free)
Hair: Theater Chain +T*C+Hair*G01* Queen of heart (Alice in RMK Bunny Hunt #25)(free)
Blush, Lashes: ni.Ju Hime-yu paint lash (60L)
Necklace: LouLou&Co TEA TIME (200L)
Scepter: Tia Crown Jewels, scepter [mesh] (250L)
Shirt: Kyoko Couture KC No.53 [OjiBlouse] shirt (180L)
Lip: JM:Mai skin_dry lip dr (120L)
Shoes: Chandelle Shoe Cind - black [mesh] (130L)

On Her, Alice:
Kimono, shoes, socks: tomoto tomoto, alice [mesh] (Alice in RMK Bunny Hunt #19)(free)
Hair: Lo'Momo Matthiola with color change bow and 2 bang styles (120L)
Thanks for your help Fulli!

Arigato Mr. Roboto

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Get your manga game on with this cool schoolgirl uniform and katana, and nice kimonos for both girls and guys in the Arigato Mr. Roboto Hunt. The hunt ends September 30th. Also shown are two cool fantasy skins from The Arcade gacha by Glam Affair for girls and Tableau Vivant for guys. Other hunts shown are: Historic Hair Hunt, Summer Harvest Hunt, and The Autumn Effect. September is turning out to be a great month for goodies!

On Him:

LipRing: ellabella Flwr Pwr - Wheat - c (Summer Harvest Hunt #74)(free)

Horns: Kre-ations Autumn is coming Horn (The Autumn Effect #93)(free)

Skin: Tableau Vivant Gatcha The Art Series Copper (The Arcade)(125L)

Hair, Tattoo: Kisetsu Kabuki Samurai Movie Chonmage Raven (Historic Hair Hunt #5)(free)

Outfit: Kisetsu Kabuki Men's Arigato Gift (Arigato Mr. Roboto Hunt)(1L)

Shoes: Tomoto Yukata geta (no longer available)

Eyes: FTL Dawn Eyes - Tokusa (100L)
Pose: The Black Canary ~*{TBC}*~ Gackt Pose 3 (50L)

Mask, Fan: Linden Labs Shareta Osumai Infohub (free for Premium members)
Fan 2: Maeven Designs Year of the Dragon Fan (1L)

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On Her:

Skin: Glam Affair Gatcha- Rosa 6 (The Arcade) (75L)
Outfit, Katana: Kre-ations School Uniform [mesh] (Arigato Mr. Roboto Hunt #16)(1L)
Hair: Ayashi September Group gift- female (group gift)(free)
Shoes: Odd Dele Hello Kitty Flats (Arigato Mr. Roboto Hunt #11)(1L)
Eyes: JM2 Black Demon Eyes (35L)
Eyeliner: Dientes Tattoo Shop DIENTES* Eyeliner A&B Unisex (10L)
Lipgloss: Dark Midday Designs Diamond Lips Lip Gloss (1L)
Pose: Sadistic Hacker Katana pose set (group gift)(free)

Location: 

Shareta Osumai Tea Garden, Linden Labs Premium

News Event: Horror Night 2012

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The 5th and final Horror Night is going on now until September 15th. This brillant must-see event is like a "Japanese Haunted House," based on the Obon Festival a time of year when the ancestors are honored, and Hungry Ghosts are lurking near. You begin your journey into the supernatural in upper shop area. There you can buy interesting limited edition event-only items, and get free shaved ice or icky kabobs like rat and caterpillar! Stores in the upper shop area are:

Fine, Dreamin' Bird, Down Down Down, Regicat, AIR, 369, Baiken, GUARAN-DOU, Sakka's Studio, Naminoke, RokumeikaN, Hare, Beppu Sogetsudo, Drop, Dimbula Rose, Lo*momo, Bare Rose.

On Him:
Hair: Little Britain Hells Angel White (300L)
Mask: Sakka's Studio ~Ss~ SHIRO KITSUNE Ver1.1 mask [Mesh] (50L)
Top: Kisetsu Twisted Men's Gift (Twisted Spring 2012 #124) (Edited sleeveless) (free) (no longer available)
Pants: Kisetsu Visual Hunt Men's Gift (Visual Hunt, Year of the Dragon) (past hunt gifts for 25L)
Shoes: Tomoto Yukata geta (Make Him Over Hunt 7 #24) (free) (no longer available)
Cuffs: Blitzed Brutal cuffs black (200L)
Shoulder Pet: Sadistic Hacker *SH* Kuda-gitsune White (180L)
Prop: Poche Ice Lemon Tea, Cool Drink Set (free)

On Her:
Outfit: Kisetsu Visual Hunt Women's Gift (Visual Hunt, Year of the Dragon) (past hunt gifts for 25L)
Skin: Mother Goose Ai (LB) (lucky board)(free)
Hair: Mingo Kimono hair (50L)
Hair accessoires: Kisetsu Junior Maiko Kanzashi Set- Sakura (red tinted) (249L)
Necklace: Bliensen+MaiTai Sakura-Necklace (200L)
Shoes: and stockings: MiuMin Mini Yukata Hana (Black) Geta (Rebel Playground) (free)(no longer available)
Prop: Bitter Vanilla Shaved Ice Lemon (touch hanging banners from counter top to get)(free)

Location: Horror Night 2012 start point

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Once you reach the end of the upper shop area, take a mask. The mask will act as camouflage to trick the ghosts into thinking you are one of them. Have a good adventure! For more information on Horror Night 2012, go to:  Horror Night Special Website

On Mr Hungry Ghost:
Hair: LALA Moon SB Mitsuhide Ash Silver (edited) (250L)
Skin and eyes: Dimbula Rose YU-REI skin (MALE)_HN2012 (111L)
Tattoo: Chus! Elemental White Skin Whitener (free)
Outfit, necklace, and shoes: Bare Rose Yukata Ojika [Mesh](180L)
Special Effect: Dreamin' Bird HTDM-LiPin*LiG (25L Gacha)

On Ms Hungry Ghost:
Outfit: BAIKEN Jorou-gumo Black (99L)
Skin: Chatte Ocello Carmilla Shape+Skin+gifts (free)
Hair: Paper Heart Bride of Frankenstein (edited) (1L)
Eyes: MysticHope Demoneyes Red (lucky chair) (free)
Tattoo: .::Kre-ations::. Ookami soul tattoo (40L)
Make up: Mad Goth lips (20L)
Special effect: Caolila Inglis (coa) japanese Female Ghost set (9L)

Location: Horror Night 2012 start point

UPDATE: There are 3 possible endings: Bad, Normal, and Good. Each ending gives a different prize. And don't miss the two  freebies in the upper shop area: Drop T-shirt for the guys DROP Group Gift Tee, and a swimsuit for the girls from Hare HARE/Swim wear.

Thanks for your help Fulli and Voodoo!