Fuminari Yoshitsugu
Retail
Trading places
Despite the convenience of online shopping, a new generation of designers, buyers and entrepreneurs are reaffirming the irreplaceable charms of in-person retail. Here are five new outlets that we admire.
Architecture
Culture
A storied bookseller opens up his own personal library and why tiny museums are big news.
Hospitality
Eat, sleep, repeat
Auberge Tokito is a relaxing retreat away from the city offering hot springs, spa treatments and, as the jewel in its crown, multiple Michelin-starred chefs.
Hospitality
Magnetic fields
Just an hour’s drive from Japan’s capital is a secluded stay where guests can get back to nature.
Society
Cillit Bangsy
Clean and Art is helping to keep Tokyo’s streets free from graffiti. Monocle joins the team restoring order to the urban landscape.
