Buddhist monk turned creator of things, Kenji Ekuan has had an influence on Japanese culture. He's designed for Yamaha and the Bullet Train, but maybe his most notable contribution is the Kikkoman soy sauce bottle. Its simple form can be found on almost every restaurant table around the world and even the Museum of Modern Art.
One of the best funk records ever recorded didn't come from Motown, King, Chess, or Stax. Edge of Daybreak's Eyes of Love was recorded in Powhatan Correctional Center in State Farm, Virginia, in less than five hours and one take for each song. Jamal Jahal Nubi, Harry Coleman, James Carrington, Cornelius Cade, McEvoy Robinson, and Willie Williamske made up the group and created an album that has stood the test of time for almost 40 years.
In the space of just over six months, hip-hop lost two of its biggest stars to murder. Neither of the cases has ever been solved, and the LAPD has outright stonewalled the investigation at times. City of Lies stars Johnny Depp as LAPD detective Russel Poole, who spent two decades trying to solve the murder of Biggie, and Forrest Whitaker as Jack Jackson, a reporter trying to figure out why the murder was never solved. The film comes to theaters September 7, 2018.
Made in the USA, Drift is a wood visor clip air freshener that is designed to fit seamlessly into your every day, while bringing you the freshest, real scents possible. Each freshener is made from sustainably sourced cedarwood and is soaked in essential and fragrant oils to deliver real scents minus harmful chemicals. Each one is magnetized to fit perfectly on your visor and their scent of the month option provides you with a new scent each month to keep things fresh. Just choose a scent and a metal visor clip is included in your first order.
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It's not every day when you can get some of the world's best coffee in a Nespresso pod. But that's exactly what you'll find in each of these pods from Difference Coffee. They've secured a rare and remarkable batch of Panama Geisha from a legendary estate called Hacienda La Esmeralda. The micro lot of beans was too small to be sold at auction and too precious to be blended with other beans, but Difference was able to roast them and produce just over 700 boxes, 100 of which are left for sale. It took home a spot in Coffee Reviews highest-scoring capsule and just happens to arrive with the convenience and consistency you get from a Nespresso-compatible pod.
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Channel your inner Ben Gates. Vollebak has teamed up with adventurers Jason Fox and Aldo Kane to create the ultimate treasure hunt. Up for grabs is a one-of-a-kind hand-carved Rosewood sculpture crafted by Saena Ku. The piece took her over three months to complete and is impossible to duplicate, so don't even try. It's currently hidden somewhere on planet Earth and the only clue you'll be given is this short film by Oscar-winning director Orlando von Einsiedel, documenting the trek to its undisclosed hideout. Whoever can uncover the card's whereabouts will earn themselves free Vollebak clothing for life.
First, there was 4K. Then it was 8K. Now, we've reached mind-blowing clarity with 12K. Just to put it into perspective, it's 48.5 times the resolution of HD 1080p. Filmmaker Phil Holland showcases the stunning resolution with a cinematic flyover of New York City.
Originally designed for military personnel, the TR1 is the original tactical respirator. The sleek, compact, breathable mask features a metal snap to hold it in place securely, as well as a medical-grade silicone seal that fits securely without leaving marks or messing with facial hair. It's even compatible with glasses and headgear thanks to the adjustable earloop strap. Each TR1 comes with three electrostatic filters with a 98.6% effectiveness rating and a modular carry pouch and is in stock and ready to ship right now.
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Cameras, smart locks, entry and motion sensors — the Simplisafe Home Security System keeps you covered the inside out. Its collection of devices doesn't just alert you of an intruder, they also have 24/7 Professional Monitoring that contacts to the police. They provide eyewitness accounts including the invader's whereabouts, if they're armed, and what they're up to, so the police can dispatch faster than a non-verified alarm. But their security isn't only about intruders. The system can also protect your home from other threats like fires, carbon monoxide, and water damage.
As seen in Uncrate Issue 04.
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National Geographic has a history of thought-provoking covers but their June issue was one of the most captivating in recent years. The now iconic iceberg made from a grocery bag has everyone talking about plastic. Formerly a natural product, the man-made material now accounts for 18 billion pounds of pollution in our oceans. In line with the launch of their "Planet or Plastic?" campaign, NatGeo has released this video covering the history of the product as well as ways to reduce its waste.
With sponsors like Nike, Under Armour, and Adidas, you know the Golden State sneaker closet is full of gems. Each season, players are sent their signature shoe in dozens of colorways and no one knows each pair better than equipment manager Eric Housen. During a tour of their Oakland practice facility, Housen shows off the lineup of shoes from players like Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson and Nick Young while ranking a few of his favorites in the process.
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