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Genbei Yamaguchi
News Report

Genbei Yamaguchi

A decade ago it was rare to see a pair of Tokyo teenage boys out shopping in kimonos. But attitudes to national identity are starting to change. 22.04.08
Liquid testers, Japan
Quality of Life Index

Liquid testers, Japan

A current standard in airports all over Japan is saving fluers more than just time when they go through security. 23.03.08
Nana's, Yokohama
Quality of Life Index

Nana's, Yokohama

Dozens of hot and cold green tea combinations and maccha ice cream draw loyal crowds to this tea shrine's chic interiors in Yokohama. 14.03.08
Yubari: Ghost town
Reportage

Yubari: Ghost town

Monocle reports from Yubari, the Japanese coal city deserted by 90 per cent of its residents after its mines closed. 27.02.08
Taxi chargers, Tokyo
Quality of Life Index

Taxi chargers, Tokyo

Something we hope will soon spread west is fast becoming a standard in Tokyo's taxis. 25.01.08
Board room, Mitsubishi Aerospace, Nagoya
Quality of Life Index

Board room, Mitsubishi Aerospace, Nagoya

All board rooms should look like this. 25.01.08
Latest Magazine Articles
MEN'S FASHION

Although not part of its cultural tradition, Japan fully embraces the fun - and commercial spirit - of Christmas.

EXPO

Twenty-nine Japanese families have found their version of happiness by creating their own idyll in a Tokyo suburb.

DESIGN BRIEFING

Somewhere between a tote and a backpack, Porter has come up trumps again with this new shopper.

DESIGN BRIEFING

This year Tokyo-based FilMelange opened - for just 10 days - its first guerrilla store, House, in Harajuku.

DESIGN BRIEFING

With a hyperactive skyline that changes as regularly as the sun rises, Tokyo is famous for its lack of space.

BUSINESS REPORT

Japan has the fastest ageing population in the world, and businesses are quick to provide architect-designed care homes and grandchild robots for the elderly.

 
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