Ben Davis
How Nakijin Tsuwabuki creates a unique destination rooted in natural landscape
Amid the forested mountains of Japan’s southernmost prefecture, an exclusive villa welcomes a single group of guests each night.
A look inside Azabudai Hills – Tokyo’s ‘city within a city’
We explore its shops, which offer everything from fashion to furniture, and see how the mixed-use development could provide a template for elevating urban life.
Neutral beauty
Inspired by its lush location at the heart of Japan's capital, this calm and intimate oasis is turning over a new leaf in urban design and hospitality.
Growing strong
Minagarten, a green retail and residential development, offers locals and visitors everything from delicious pastries to calligraphy workshops.
Grey pride
Japan's *Suteki na Ano Hito* is rewriting fashion publishing for women over 60, proving that grey hair, spending power and genuine style make for a compelling — and commercially smart — combination.
Japanese lessons
Impeccable service, responsible citizenship and warm hospitality are just some of the practices that make society tick in Japan. Here are 10 things the country can teach the world.
Twelve stops for Christmas
Pondering where to pick up gifts this year? Let our editors guide you with their pick of the best shops, emporiums and design stores on the most inviting shopping streets around the globe.
