Junichi Toyofuku
Little by little
In this CGI era when craft means corralling pixels, we visit a traditional animation studio in Tokyo to marvel at mastering the miniature among models and drying paint.
Just your type
From magazine revamps and reinventions to much-loved mascots and new HQs, the media world remains a force of creativity.
Fashion
The importance of style to building a newsreader’s personal brand, plus fashion labels to look out for in the year ahead and a new shop to visit in Paris.
Woodland retreat
Less than two hours from Tokyo and set amid hot springs, the Nest Inn Hakone is a tranquil haven.
Kyoto: The Monocle Travel Guide
Japan's ancient capital may be full of hushed streets steeped in tradition but don't be fooled: there's plenty of forward-thinking retailers, innovative chefs and modernist architecture too. Our Kyoto guide will help you navigate…
Travel Top 50
A guide to aviation's high-fliers, rail carriages with class, masterful hoteliers and service stars the world over
The list: mend your ways
If you’re tooling up to fix that wonky door or spruce up the box room, this is the kit for you.
Wondrous wares
From seating to storage, these are the design innovations with which to fit out your home, office or otherwise.
