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Junichi Toyofuku

Travel and restaurants

Check-in time

Hotel The Mitsui Kyoto is opening a new chapter in Japanese hospitality, marking a foray into luxury hotels where foreign marques have reigned unchallenged.

  • Issue #140
  • 4 min read
Check-in time
Architecture

Book your ticket

A children’s library housing 18,000 books has been gifted to Osaka by an architect who calls the city home.

  • Issue #140
  • 4 min read
Book your ticket
Transport

Age gracefully

The emotional bond we form with a vintage vehicle just can’t be replicated with a modern marque, says our doting driver.

  • Issue #140
  • 3 min read
Age gracefully
Business

Commit to print

In a world where physical media still carries more weight, why not get your ideas down on paper? We show you how.

  • Issue #140
  • 9 min read
Commit  to print
Food & Drink

Food & Drink

Swedish entrepreneurs Patrik and Karolina Svensk have transformed their homebrewing hobby into Munklägret, a craft beer brand winning competitions internationally and quietly conquering Sweden's discerning bar scene.

  • Issue #139
  • 5 min read
Agnes restaurant's wood-fired kitchen and dining area in Brisbane's listed warehouse
Transport

Power trip

There’s a once-in-a-lifetime urban-mobility revolution ahead. Honda is betting on a car made for nippy trips and tight streets. Hop in.

  • Issue #139
  • 6 min read
Gorilla luxury bicycle with high-end frame and advanced accessories designed for urban cycling
Affairs

Bright lights, small city

Considering a downsize from the metropolis? Our second annual Small Cities Index points you to compact civic spots offering rich culture, varied careers and progressive planning with plenty of room to breathe.

  • The Forecast #11
  • 1 min read
Bright lights, small city
Hospitality

Lay of the land

We survey the smart moves in gastronomy, travel and hospitality that have fostered success in a tumultuous year and take the pulse of where the world is heading next.

  • The Forecast #11
  • 19 min read
Illustration of hands reaching upward toward graduation caps and red circles on dotted background.
Fashion

Fashion

From luggage that will leave you longing to get back on a plane to elegant Japanese skincare prodcuts that will keep you looking fresh.

  • Issue #138
  • 5 min read
Collection of Juice skincare products in dark green bottles and tubes arranged on neutral background

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