What the heck is Japanese nail art?

Japanese nail art can essentially be summed up into one word- dramatic! The more dramatic the nail is the more vibrant and pretty is it compared to usual, plain and boring french manicure which is can be seen on any ID wearing student of your local high school.
But you're probably asking you're yourself what is Japanese nail art?

The first question can be answered simply with this:

Behold, the very essence of nail art, even though this is isn't as elaborate as one would think, this is a low-key/grade example of Japanese nail art.

And what is this wonderful creation?

- It started back probably in the early 90's when Japanese nail art began to take form in Japan, with it's main endorsements coming from celebrities (such as Koda Kumi and Ayumi Hamasaki- who are two popular 'nail queens' and musicians). Nail art has become a huge trend in Japan with over 2,000 shops specializing in this trade. There are about 40 nail shops nationwide that know how to do this type of nail work (most shops reside in California- where it is increasingly popular there).
This is a trend that is still growing strong.

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