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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
2008Fullstopvolume 02
September2008
ASIA BRIEFING

A tale of factory workers rising up against evil capitalist oppressors is enjoying a renaissance in Japan, 79 years after it was first published.

BUSINESS BRIEFING

Visitors to Tokyo rarely find themselves in Bakuro-Cho but these days there's a good reason to head to this old-fashioned neighbourhood.

BUSINESS BRIEFING

When word spread that changes were afoot at the Claska hotel, fans were ­concerned that Tokyo's quirkiest, most stylish (and only) boutique hotel would either be renovated beyond recognition or, worse, be closing its doors for good.

THE SPECIALIST

Inujirushi has been supplying robust canvas bags with leather trimmings for the past 50 years, thriving on customer loyalty rather than marketing or advertising.

2008Fullstopvolume 02
July/August2008
ASIA BRIEFING

While other mass transit systems have to contend with petty crime and verbal and physical assaults on staff, the Tokyo subway rarely faces such problems.

Q&A

Which city has mastered quality of life?

 
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