02 of 14Ishizaki's office walls are papered with photographs
03 of 14President Tsutomu Ishizaki
04 of 14Fashion magazine 'Popeye' was named after the cartoon character; there was also a popular women's magazine called 'Olive', named after Olive Oyl
05 of 14Latest issues on display
06 of 14Entrance to Magazine House
07 of 14Friendly greeting in the lobby
08 of 14Magazine House's titles put print first
09 of 14Make-up artist working his magic for a 'Ginza' fashion shoot
10 of 14Fashion team for 'Ginza' shoot
11 of 14Hair stylist readying the model
12 of 14Shooting on location for 'Ginza'
13 of 14Poster art for 'Casa Brutus' and '& Premium'
Publishing granddaddy Magazine House has helped guide Japan’s cultural conversation with a stable of timely titles. Monocle met the president for a lesson in vitality and to discuss print’s place in a digital world.