MONOCLE

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?

Monocle

The Monocle Book of Japan

$65

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

$340

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

Hender Scheme

Atelier slippers

$275 $145

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Hasami

Large mug set

$65

Monocle offers its latest collaboration with Hasami, a Japanese ceramicist from a town of the same name that prides itself on a highly specialised workforce. By dividing its employees between specific tasks of shaping, moulding, glazing and firing, it ensures a consistently exemplary standard of craftsmanship. In this set, the deep forest green of the cup and saucer manages to balance luxury and modesty with an effortless grace.

Porter

Shorthauler bag

$520

@Aroma

Yoshino Hinoki Diffuser

$80

Porter

Travel tote

$450

Delfonics

Cardholder

$20

Delfonics

Magazine pouch

$50

Monocle

The Monocle Travel Guide, Tokyo

$20

Aomori Hiba

Aomori hiba room scent

$26

This room fragrance will lift and lighten your home over winter with the crisp, woody scent of hiba essential oils. As well as being a highly valued ornamental wood, the hiba aroma has natural antibacterial and insect-repellent properties, leaving your house feeling refreshed and clean.

Porter

Overnighter bag

$650

Monocle

Monochan Daruma

$28

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Delfonics

Pencil case

$20

Porter

City bag

$340

Monocle

The Monocle Travel Guide, Kyoto

$20

Kyoto may be full of hushed streets steeped in tradition and hidden institutions run by kimono-clad custodians but don't be fooled: there's more to this captivating city than timeworn teahouses and graceful geiko.

Delfonics

Passbook case

$35

A new addition to our growing Delfonics collection, this is the ideal companion for your travels, holding your credit cards, receipts and other small items.

Delfonics

Half-zip case

$28

Hasami

Small mug set

$60

Delfonics

Medium zip case

$30

Porter

Suit bag

$520

Ensure your tailored items arrive in pristine condition with Porter’s suit bag. Exclusively designed for Monocle, it’s been made from durable nylon that’s resistant to water and scratches.