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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Monocle

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.

Hender Scheme

Atelier slippers

£210

Hasami

Large mug set

£50

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

£395

@Aroma

Yoshino Hinoki Diffuser

£60

Porter

Travel tote

£345

Limited edition Last few

Delfonics

Cardholder

£14

Delfonics

Magazine pouch

£35

Monocle

The Monocle Travel Guide, Tokyo

£15

Porter

Short Weekender

£410

If you’re heading off for a couple of days away from the city, or just looking for a new gym bag, Porter’s short weekender is for you. Roomy yet suitably compact, it also includes a tote bag for your smaller items and a wash bag for toiletries.

Aomori Hiba

Aomori hiba room scent

£20

Kontex

Lana cotton slippers

£40

Porter

Overnighter bag

£495

Hender Scheme

Card case

£145

Monocle

Monochan Daruma

£22

You may have seen Monochan at our global events but now you have the chance to own a miniature edition of our mascot. We have transformed this traditional Japanese wishing doll, purported to keep you focused on achieving your goals, into a special Monocle ornament that’s hand-painted in Japan.

Delfonics

Pencil case

£15

Made from highly durable waterproof PVC, this pencil case is set to last. It is ideal for everyday use or on your travels and can carry up to 10 of your favourite writing instruments.

Porter

City bag

£260

Last few

Monocle

The Monocle Travel Guide, Kyoto

£15

Delfonics

Passbook case

£25

Delfonics

Half-zip case

£20

Made in collaboration with Japanese stationery specialist Delfonics, this highly durable waterproof PVC wallet is perfect for change and other small personal belongings.

Hasami

Small mug set

£45

Delfonics

Medium zip case

£20

Porter

Travel organiser

£175

Porter

Boston bag

£395

Porter

Suit bag

£395

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.

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