CULTURE
‘As the Wind Stirred the Ashes, Little Gems Remained’: Haruomi Hosono by Laurent Brancowitz, Guitarist of Phoenix
Since its inception, the French pop rock band has drawn inspiration from the rich soundscapes of 1970s Japan and one of its iconic figures.
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FOOD
Daichi Mori and Teenage Brewing, Japan’s Rising Star in Craft Beer
Based in Saitama, this brewer creates bold, hop-packed IPAs in vibrant, psychedelic cans, inspired by his roots in the music world.
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DESIGN
Pieces of Japan, Bringing Masterful Craftsmanship to the World
This studio revives Japanese crafts with a curated selection of reimagined traditional objects and hands-on learning opportunities.
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ARTS
Asami Shoji, The Two Faces of Self
In her paintings, like performances or ballets, figures seem forced to coexist in an atmosphere defined by tension.
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TRAVEL
The Trendiest ‘Sento’ and Saunas in Tokyo
The bath culture remains vibrant in the capital city, where public baths and saunas designed by renowned architects are continuously opening.
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HIGHLIGHTS

TRAVEL
Become Immersed in Slow, Mountain-Stream Life at Hoshino Resort Oirase Keiryu Hotel
Some sceneries can be enjoyed only during winter, and only in certain parts of the land, such as the Oirase mountain stream.
DESIGN
Created by oysters, cultivated by humans
It was the Mikimoto jewellery house, in the Ise-Shima region of Japan, that discovered for the first time how to grow a cultured pearl.
DESIGN
A Second Home in the Mountains
A modern, white design nestled at the foot of the Tanzawa Mountains, where the peaceful spirit of satoyama rural landscapes remains.

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