Fiona Wilson
The interview series 2014/15 part 01
Faced with dilemmas over disaster-ready infrastructure, an ageing population and nuclear power, Tokyo’s governor has progressive plans to take the city to the 2020 Olympic Games and beyond.
Up and running
From high-concept fitness shops to aircraft food done well, here’s how to add gloss to your global travels.
Asia
Profiling India's most style-conscious leader, Burma's capital rethink and the Indonesians keeping the rain away.
Asia
Aeromexico ramps up its flights to Tokyo and Japan struggles with an outbreak of dengue fever.
Sitting pretty
Filling a house is a daunting task. But with Tokyo and Stockholm each boasting a street peppered with high-end homeware gems it can be a journey of discovery.
Residence – Nishinoyama House
Home to a diverse creative community, architect Kazuyo Sejima's housing complex is designed to enlighten residents with its sense of serenity.
Fabulous spread
Chicken nuggets and burgers are on the menu, but this is no junk food. We visit a homespun Tokyo restaurant and sample new gin, wine and chocolate from around the world. Tuck in.
Inventory no. 76
From primeval mezcal to a primate-themed panacea, we bring you a menagerie of little wonders from around the globe.
Beyond the lobby group
With understated design, baroque excess or tranquil calm, new spots and shops around the world are extending the concept of hospitality for guests, whether for a long stay or a few hours.
