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Architecture

Neutral beauty

Inspired by its lush location at the heart of Japan's capital, this calm and intimate oasis is turning over a new leaf in urban design and hospitality.

  • Issue #167
  • 5 min read
Pool deck with wooden loungers and umbrellas overlooking lush green forest canopy under blue sky
Hospitality

Eat, sleep, repeat

Auberge Tokito is a relaxing retreat away from the city offering hot springs, spa treatments and, as the jewel in its crown, multiple Michelin-starred chefs.

  • Issue #167
  • 4 min read
Lounge area with brown couches, wooden floors and side table.
Hospitality

Magnetic fields

Just an hour’s drive from Japan’s capital is a secluded stay where guests can get back to nature.

  • Issue #166
  • 8 min read
Two visitors walk through Kurkku Fields' gardens with a distinctive tent-like structure amid lush greenery and sunflowers
Travel and restaurants

The Opener

Monocle has a network of correspondents in cities around the world. Our brief dispatches include good news for pedestrians in Bangkok, a smart hotel in Tokyo and transformed spaces in Los Angeles.

Man in orange cardigan sitting at low table performing Japanese tea ceremony with teapot and cups
Fashion

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.

  • Issue #165
  • 21 min read
People dining at a restaurant table with wine glasses, plates of food, and warm lighting
Society

Cillit Bangsy

Clean and Art is helping to keep Tokyo’s streets free from graffiti. Monocle joins the team restoring order to the urban landscape.

  • Issue #165
  • 4 min read
Ken Sobajima and Hisayoshi Yamauchi from Clean and Art in white lab coats standing against a wall in Tokyo
Urbanism

Prime movers

The idea of changing a city for the better might be daunting but individuals with vision and initiative can make a meaningful difference.

  • Issue #165
  • 10 min read
Bushra Afreen stands against large tree roots in pink patterned outfit in urban park setting
Food & Drink

Quick smart

A new generation of restaurants is sating customers' hunger for fast, filling bites. We meet three ventures turning tasty takeaways into fine art.

  • Issue #164
  • 11 min read
Illuminated orange arrow sign with light bulbs spelling 'BEER DINING' pointing toward restaurant entrance
Travel and restaurants

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.

  • Issue #164
  • 7 min read
Hands reaching for plated dishes including T-bone steak and pasta at Casino restaurant

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