Ben Davis
What makes a great leader? Five business minds share their vision
We crisscross the globe to discuss sustainability, delivering growth, nurturing innovation and the meaning that we derive from our working lives.

Design round up: The new Finnair lounge at Helsinki Airport, Japanese townhouses and more
The new Finnair lounge at Helsinki Airport, Japanese townhouses and more.

Paris 2024 Olympics: Athlete profiles
As the Summer Games approach, we speak to seven contenders about their unique journeys to Paris 2024.

A peek into ‘snack bars’: The hidden gem of Japan’s nightlife
A home from home for salarymen seeking bonhomie or a late-night drink, ‘sunakku’ has been a fixture of Japanese nightlife. But as these intimate spaces dwindle in number, how will their legacy evolve?

Natural high
Amid the forested mountains of Japan’s southernmost prefecture, an exclusive villa welcomes a single group of guests each night. We dropped in to see how its owners are creating a unique destination rooted in…

Starting the ascent
The first stage of Azabudai Hills, a sprawling ‘city within a city’ in the Japanese capital, is open. We explore its shops, which offer everything from fashion to furniture, and see how the mixed-use…
