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Urbanism

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.

  • Issue #79
  • 5 min read
The interview series 2014/15 part 01
Design

Up and running

From high-concept fitness shops to aircraft food done well, here’s how to add gloss to your global travels.

  • Issue #77
  • 5 min read
Up and running
Culture

Asia

Profiling India's most style-conscious leader, Burma's capital rethink and the Indonesians keeping the rain away.

  • Issue #77
  • 4 min read
Asia
Design

Design

The renowned Belgian designer making it big in Japan and some choice winter warmers.

  • Issue #78
  • 3 min read
Design
Affairs

Asia

Aeromexico ramps up its flights to Tokyo and Japan struggles with an outbreak of dengue fever.

  • Issue #78
  • 4 min read
Asia
Design

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.

  • Issue #78
  • 8 min read
Sitting pretty
Travel and restaurants

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.

  • Issue #76
  • 4 min read
Fabulous spread
Retail

Inventory no. 76

From primeval mezcal to a primate-themed panacea, we bring you a menagerie of little wonders from around the globe.

  • Issue #76
  • 4 min read
Inventory no. 76
Design

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.

  • Issue #76
  • 3 min read
Beyond the lobby group

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