Sticker Me Beautiful: Purikura

Studio 360 | Aug 26, 2013

Kurt Andersen lands in Tokyo's Shibuya — glitzy and bustling, it makes Times Square look quaint, and it’s the epicenter of teen culture. Kurt meets up with blogger Lisa Katayama, who takes Kurt to a girl haven: the sticker picture booth. Striking poses against glittery pink and purple backdrops just might be Japan's secret to happiness.

→ See a video and a slideshow of Kurt and Lisa's visit to a sticker picture booth below

(Originally aired: February 6, 2009)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Video: Kurt Andersen Visits Tokyo's Sticker Picture Booths

 

Slideshow: Kurt and Lisa's Sticker Picture Booth Adventure

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