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Japan Collection

Japan can teach the world plenty about provenance, craft and keeping world-leading manufacturing at home. That’s why we’ve covered every corner of the nation since launch and keep a dedicated team in Tokyo.To celebrate the launch of The Monocle Book of Japan, published with Thames & Hudson, we've sought out our favourite makers and commissioned some canny collaborations, from homeware and stationery to clothing. Ready to meet the makers behind the island nation's cleverest and craftiest keepsakes?

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The Monocle Book of Japan

£50

Explore The Monocle Book of Japan now for a unique insight into the people, places and products that define the nation’s culture.

Porter

Shoulder bag

£260

Tailor-made for a small laptop, this bag is sturdy, cushioned and studded with leather details.

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Shoyeido incense – Genroku

£18

Proteca

Equinox Light U carry-on suitcase 34 L

£490 £390

On sale Limited edition

This suitcase is smart, stable, silent and smooth to roll – just what you want from a carry-on whether you’re travelling by rail, car or air.

@Aroma

Yoshino Hinoki Diffuser

£80

Porter

Travel tote

£360

Aomori Hiba

Aomori hiba room scent

£23

Hasami

Small mug set

£55

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Monochan Daruma

£30

Porter

City bag

£300

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Shoyeido incense – Nanshu

£18

Established in 1705, Shoyeido produces the highest-quality natural incense and is the preferred choice for most temples in Japan. Their newest scent, Nanshu, emits a deep and warm fragrance that features notes of sacred tree, sandalwood and chai spice. The refill contains 20 incense sticks, each of which burns for about 20 minutes.

Hasami

Large mug set

£60