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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
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
Precce, Tokyo Midtown
Quality of Life Index

Precce, Tokyo Midtown

Warm staff, 100% natural and organic products, 24-hour opening, exceptional packaging and wrapping services, not to mention an incredible array of counters from sushi to cheeses, make Precce a benchmark in supermarket retail. 04.01.08
Nippon Saisei Sakaba, Tokyo
Quality of Life Index

Nippon Saisei Sakaba, Tokyo

This standing-room-only izakaya (Japanese pub) situated on the fifth floor of the Shin-Marunouchi building plays host to a chic crowd of young Tokyoites. 26.11.07
Tokyo Designer's Week
News Report

Tokyo Designer's Week

Monocle explores Tokyo Designer's Week, which has become an annual fixture in the creative calendar. 22.11.07
Hinokicho Park and Midtown Garden, Tokyo Midtown
Quality of Life Index

Hinokicho Park and Midtown Garden, Tokyo Midtown

Hinokicho Park exudes traditional Japanese beauty, while Midtown Garden’s amenities include Wi-Fi and a mini basketball court, where youngsters can play while their parents shop. 16.11.07
Latest Magazine Articles
2008Fullstopvolume 02
July/August2008
AFFAIRS REPORT

Behind the fast-fwd stereotype lies a big city getting the basics right

2008Fullstopvolume 02
May2008
ASIA BRIEFING

In Japan, there have long been question marks over the uncomfortably close ties between journalists and the establishment, but things could be about to change.

ASIA BRIEFING

No sooner had the Michelin Guide awarded Tokyo more stars than any other city in the world than the backlash began.

2008Fullstopvolume 02
April2008
BRANDS EXPLAINED

The next phase of Marunouchi's transformation will see the building of Mitsubishi's Marunouchi Park Building, which includes a 34-floor office tower, shops, a rose garden and an art gallery housed in a replica of Mitsubishi's first office building.

BRANDS EXPLAINED

Mitsubishi built Tokyo's first office block, in the Marunouchi district, 114 years ago, and the firm is behind the area's current redevelopment into a major financial centre.

DESIGN BRIEFING

Contract furniture rarely excites, but Arti takes a fresh approach.

 
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