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The film festival toasting Japan’s cinematic renaissance in the Big Apple
As Japan Cuts returns for its 18th edition, director of film Peter Tatara speaks to Monocle about Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s enduring legacy and why ‘shochu’ is the toast of Manhattan this summer.
New York’s mayoral candidates differ drastically on improving the city’s quality of life
Quality of life – but what kind of quality? And what kind of life? These are the questions now facing New Yorkers as they embark on the first steps in choosing their city’s next…
Just add water
Anish Kapoor is a sculptor in fine form. Monocle meets the artist at his studio in the City of Bridges to discuss his philosophy, from the outside looking in.
Back to nature
A former motor lodge in the Catskill Mountains has been transformed into a rustic roadside retreat.
Local heroes
Independent shops from Hong Kong to Madrid prove that knowing customers by name and fostering genuine community connections remains the foundation of thriving neighbourhood businesses.
Pastures new
Celebrated chefs throw open their doors in Porto and Tokyo, a hi-fi bar turns things up in Zürich, and a New York restaurateur wins big with a riviera feel.
Tried and trusted
Henry Rees Sheridan visits the warren-like headquarters of a New York non-profit organisation that brings hi-tech scientific rigour to its mission to protect consumers from buyer’s remorse.
In the shop window
Bricks-and-mortar retail, from tiny independent shops to giant malls, can inspire the community around it. Andrew Tuck finds Monocle's Retail Survey reflecting what we've always believed: that in-person experiences are the most valuable.
Ticket to ride
The pro-cycling transport commissioner who made New York a safer, nicer place is bringing her manifesto to the world.
