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Theft Magazine.

Why do we need it? Well just turn on your tv for a few minutes. It doesn’t take too much time to realize just how much is recycled out there; themes, ideas and concepts repeated, there is often a lack of creativity in today’s mainstream media. Yet that gap leaves opportunity for people to fill it, and that is exactly what Theft Magazine is doing.
Bringing together artists to write from all around the world on topics ranging from music, to travel, to video games, they are providing the grounds for creative and informed conversations that are needed in today’s media marketplace.

‘A publication of sorts created with the intent of promoting original content, Theft was brought to fruition in 2010. Conceived with the intent of spreading creative thoughts and processes, politics, philosophy and general well being. Creativity is held above all else, and we intend on sharing this quality of life with our readership. Theft will help promote and establish a school of thought that is educated and artistically developed. The canary’s been dead, we’re going in to replace it.’ -Theft Mag

Peep their Twitter and Facebook. We’ll be contributing articles from time to time so keep on the lookout for that.

We’ve been pulling together writers of our own for the past year, and are close to releasing our project to the world. We’ll keep you informed on that when the time comes.

Have a good weekend Ninjas!

Peace,

-TravisNN

Went out to the student film festival yesterday at UCSD. Kent was one of the judges, what’s up playa.

Lot of cool submissions, very creative people. These light photos caught my attention on the way out. I think I have a thing for neon lights. Definitely looking to put similar style photos on the new line coming out.

Tonight Ninja homies Nosaj Thing and Daedelus will be playing in SD. Make sure to come out and support.

And on the line of cool art, check out this epic bike film. One of Mike Gao‘s buddies made the beat for it.

Steven Jensen from SKYLMT on Vimeo.

Film.Photography.Music, Happy Friday Ninjas.

Peace,
-TravisNN

What’s up Ninjas,

Just finished delivering a new shipment to Outback Surf Shop, so make sure to stop in and say what’s up. They picked up our last sizes in a lot of styles like the Stealth Dancer, the Ninja Tank gray and blue, the Ninja crewneck, and a spread in the baseball jersey.

Lot of stuff going on here at The Neishon. We’re at a point now where we have to decide what direction to take when it comes to product development, distribution, and other ventures we’re working on. Normally people don’t like talking about these things with their ‘customers’ but we’re talking to our Ninjas, and that’s a way different thing; mainly because we’re a way different company.

Quite a few coffee and tea shops later, we’ve come to understand where we want Ninja Neishon to go next. In terms of product development we have some big projects in the works for you. It’s time to do our own cut and sew! But because of our ambition and attention to detail, the new line won’t be ready until late fall. That means no new products until then, so have patience. As you know we don’t reprint designs, it’s limited edition playas!, so grab your favorites before they’re gone.
What about distribution?

Needed some skate sessions to clear the head. There are many directions to go with this: wholesale to hundreds of shops, get into a couple chain stores, carry it exclusively online, sell overseas, sell to bigger brands, etc. We decided we’re just gonna follow our motto: ‘do what you want.’ Basically we’ll sell to shops that we like, and that our Ninjas are down with. It’s got to be the right fit, but when it is, we’ll be happy to work with shops other than our own. That’s why we’ve got Ninja missions dealing with that this week:

3. Suggest a shop you’d like to see NN in. We want to only be in the shops you Ninjas like, and so we’re asking you to tell us what’s up. What’s your favorite local boutique? Only the best for The Neishon. Points 500 for each suggestion (pick top three).

As for other ventures we’re working on…

And that’s all we gotta say about that

In any case we’ve got a lot more things to decide on, but luckily we’ve found a guiding motto that never fails us. Now go out there and Do what you want Ninjas!

-TravisNN

What’s up Ninjas,

Mixin it up this week.

1. Make a mix/remix. Attention Dj Ninjas, we’ll be taking submissions all week from anyone who makes an original mix or remix. Upload it to soundcloud or whatever else you like using and send us the link either through email or on our facebook. If you have a friend that is good, let them know about it as well. A council of Ninjas will pick a submission at the end of the week and Ninja Neishon will dedicate a blog post to the Dj/producer who made it. You get points for the submission regardless of whether your mix is chosen or not. Points 1500

2. Dance Battle in public. You know you’ve always wanted to throw down in the middle of a grocery store, or your local coffee shop. Here’s your excuse. Film or photograph it and post it on our facebook wall.

3. Suggest a shop you’d like to see NN in. We want to only be in the shops you Ninjas like, and so we’re asking you to tell us what’s up. What’s your favorite local boutique? Only the best for The Neishon. Points 500 for each suggestion (pick top three).

4. Repost the missions on your facebook. Points 500

5. Recruit a Ninja. Build The Neishon. Points 800

6. We’re open to new mission ideas. Suggest missions for next week. Points 300 for each suggestion.

7. Open submission. Did you host an event this week? Rep NN in a battle? Pick up a piece of trash that wasn’t yours? Post on the facebook wall and we’ll reward you.

Went out to finish up a shoot today in La Jolla today.

That video coming soon.

Goodluck on your missions Ninjas!

Yesterday was the annual SunGod festival in San Diego. Haha not much in the way of a review here, just five photos from the day.
Ninjas unite!

Yusuke and ymote-an.

Jisan and Arnold on the tables.

Jh.

The herd at night.

Good times Ninjas, good times indeed.
Today is the last day to get the tickets to Tokyo Collaboration for $25. Email us if you’re down.

Peace,
-TravisNN

Thanks to all the Ninjas that came out last night to the Internewbie Jam at CSULB! It was a fun event with good vibes all around. We appreciate the support from all you Ninjas.

Had our booth up with all the new gear.

Like we’ve been saying all week, this stuff is selling out fast. We ran out of a lot of sizes and styles already, which means new designs are on the horizon. If you’re looking to get anything we’d recommend you do it before Monday when we go into some more shops. After that we’ll most likely be sold out of almost all the tanks and hoodies.

This jam is unique in that it caters to beginning to intermediate bboys/bgirls. It provides a safe and encouraging environment to battle people.


Posan after his first battle!

Events like this one, put on by the community for the benefit of the community, are exactly the ones we most like being a part of. Thanks for having us, we look forward to attending more.

-TravisNN

What’s up Ninjas,

If you’ve been following us for at least a year, then you’ll remember the club event in LA called Tokyo Styles from last year.



Well this year it’s gotten even bigger and more insane than the year before it. Ninja Neishon is pumped to be a part of it and we’re looking forward to partying with you Ninjas.

Here are the details:
Tokyo Collaboration
21+ event
Time: Sunday, May 29 at 9:00pm – May 30 at 4:00am
Location: Avalon – Hollywood 1735 Vine St. Hollywood, CA

If you want a ticket email us: info@ninjaneishon.com and we’ll send it out and give you instructions for payment. Tickets are $25 this week which includes shipping and all that fun stuff.

See you Ninjas at the Internewbie Jam tomorrow night!

Also we only have ONE blue Ninja tank left. It’s a size XL, but it fits like a Large (It’s unisex guys, don’t trip). If you’ve had your eye on it I’d recommend you grab it before tomorrow’s event.

-TravisNN

What’s up Ninjas!

Good job last week, we recruited a lot of Ninjas (welcome) and gave a lot of people high fives. Did no one do the eat healthy mission?

Haha It’s all good. It was super close again, but the Ninja with the most points earned last week was BboyShinobi! Well done, well done: 600 points added.

This week we’ve got more missions, more merchandise, and more events on the way. Ninja Neishon is currently getting into the food industry and assuming we can get everything pulled together, we’ll have Ninja Tea for you next week! You’ll be able to relax with some of the highest quality tea on the market, and you’ll be able to get it at amazing prices if you use your Ninja points.

Until recently you could only get our NN buttons at events, but we’ll be putting those up for sale on the site as well this week.

Ninja Missions:

1. Come out to the Internewbie Jam at CSULB this Wednesday: 600 points. (You’ll be able to use your Ninja points at the event as well)

2. Post any photo of you in your NN gear on the Facebook page. Points: 500.

3. When we release the buttons for sale this week, repost the link on Facebook for: Points: 500.

4. We’ll be selling tickets to a club event this week, if you decide to go and buy a ticket we’ll match the purchase price in points. Points: 2500

5. Recruit a Ninja. This is how the Ninjas will once again rule the world, do your part. Now worth even more. Points: 600

6. Open Submission. We are open to other cool Ninja things you’re doing. Did you just organize a beach clean up? Win a championship wearing NN? Donate to a reputable charity? We’ll reward you. Points: to be determined by the council of Ninjas.

To receive your Ninja points either post on our facebook wall, or email us at info@ninjaneishon.com. Tell us what missions you accomplished and what your Ninja name is, we trust you.

We’ll be posting about the club event tonight or tomorrow, and the buttons will go up soon. UPDATE: There is only ONE NN Trucker hat left, and only a 12 Eyes of Fury shirts (5 Small, 7 Large), and 8 LumbaStar shirts (M, L, XL) left. Stuffs sellin out pretty fast.

Goodluck on your missions Ninjas!

-TravisNN

If you Ninjas remember, a few months ago we posted about Shake The Dust. They had just released a video sneak peak at their bboy documentary from around the world.

Heard the creator on NPR last night, and when I went back to check up on the project there was a new installment up! Let me present to you if you haven’t already seen it, Yemin:

It’s been really amazing watching this guy put together a documentary from scratch while traveling around the world. Definitely looking forward to the next piece.

-TravisNN