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Japanese DJ, Ai-Jay, became viral for his bizarre accessories that look almost human in 2019.
Masataka Shisho, better known as DJ Doooo by his professional title, is Masataka Shishido Attracted online attention After he displayed his accessories, which resembled severed jaws and fingers, he was able to show off the lifelike items.
“In the beginning almost everyone felt it was gross,” Shishido, 36, told Reuters. “Once people learned that it’s an artwork with some specific function, they started saying that it’s cute and interesting.”
Although Shishido had previously stated that he was not selling his artworks, Shishido told Reuters that he’s now accepting orders from followers.
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According to the report, Shishido’s severe d finger USBs and ink stamps are priced at around 150,000 yen (approximately $1,142), while a blinking eye pendant like the one he wears around his own neck costs around 580,000 yen (approximately $4,414).
Shihido offers a custom-made accessory for anyone who wants something more personal.
A customer can have an exact replica of their body made into an accessory.
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Reuters said that Shishido had designed more than 30 accessories so far.
The Japanese DJ’s viral creations also made an appearance overseas when American rapper Lil Yachty showcased Shishido’s blinking eyeball pendant in a video uploaded to his social media in 2021.
Shihido explained that the process of creation begins with hand drawing.
After printing the document, he sends it to Amazing Studio JUR in Tokyo. The accessory is made with silicon. According to some reports, the creation can take as long as two months.