Summer weather sets the stage for outdoor exploration in Japantown, where the Night Market on Thursdays and the Farmers Market on Sundays will bring liveliness to the neighborhood each week through the fall.
Empire Seven Studios continues to draw attention for its careful selection of books, prints, apparel, housewares, handmade artist goods, and original artworks. Every piece carries a connection to the creators and the wider artistic circle that calls the studio home. Subtle collaborations and quiet friendships shape the inventory, and visitors often comment on how the curation feels personal and story-driven rather than mass-produced.
A new Pop Up Series now launches at the studio, beginning with the work of Nychos from Rabbit Eye Movement. After a trip to his Los Angeles studio, the space received an assortment of prints, postcards, skateboards, patches, pins, shirts, hats, and books. Some of these items stand out as special finds no longer offered through other outlets, giving San Jose residents and collectors a direct way to access them locally for personal enjoyment or thoughtful gifts.
The series reflects a simple aim: share distinctive artist creations with the community while adding another layer of activity to Japantown’s regular rhythm of markets and creative gatherings. Those who value original work and neighborhood character will find a worthwhile stop at Empire Seven Studios, where the focus remains on connection, discovery, and supporting the artists who help define San Jose’s cultural landscape.
