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Street smart
Cities are investing in street furniture that expresses their heritage and brand. Thanks to companies such as Germany's Wall, they can have their loos, kiosks and bus shelters for free, funded by advertising.
Cool Operator
A decade ago, Australian Shane Williams invented a cooling vest for football players. Today, his invention helps commandos in Iraq, burn victims, heart patients and even thoroughbred horses.
Second to none
The world's top watchmakers gather in Basel annually to reveal their newest creations. Monocle was there to discover the leading trends and take the pulse of the luxury timepiece market.
Feeling flush
Japan's beloved Washlet turns 90-year-old TOTO into a global brand with fresh ambitions, as the toilet maker sets its sights on conquering Europe's plumbing conservatism.
Doggie style
Monocle HQ wouldn’t be the same without our canine colleagues. So we asked our guest editors to compile a list of the best beds, bowls, biscuits and poop bags from around the world.
World spokesmen
Across the Nippon-Nordic alliance, a clutch of companies are producing the world's highest quality two-wheelers. Monocle profiles five of the finest bike-makers, from Sweden to Japan.
Inventory No. 3
Suite treats at the Park Hyatt, Tokyo; plus, the best kids' bikes, Scandinavian clogs and a great hangover cure.
