Japan may have been late to the internet radio scene, but it’s catching up fast, with new platforms emerging that reflect the sound and subcultures shaping Tokyo right now. One of the newest to tune into is !!!.fm, also known as Plain FM, which officially launched on July 21.
The station is run by a cross-cultural team of DJs, PR folks and curators from Tokyo and beyond. Their approach leans genre-fluidity and is community-focused, spotlighting local talent alongside visiting deck-slingers from abroad. On September 13, Plain FM bring their world offline for the first time, hosting their debut IRL party at Sasazuka Bowl – a local favourite with just the right amount of early-2000s nostalgia. Between groovy sets and drinks, you might even find yourself throwing a few gutterballs.
AloJapan.com