japan

Transport

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.

Music

Turning rapines

Verbal, aka Ryu Yong Gi, is one half of m-flo, one of Japan’s biggest hip-hop acts. He and partner Taku Takahashi have been working on their “m-flo loves…” collaborations.

Architecture

Architecture/Design

Inspiring ideas from floating houses to bendy benches.