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Culture

The opener

We report from an idiosyncratic nation that has won us over with its quirky kerbside totems, drinks-filled vending machines, mascots and of course, shower toilets.

  • Issue #129
  • 7 min read
Two traditional Japanese tanuki (raccoon dog) ceramic figurines wearing straw hats displayed outside a building.
Media

Bear necessities

Tyler Brûlé introduces our Japan special – and chalks up essential dates for your festive diary.

  • Issue #129
  • 4 min read
A cartoon illustration of Kumamon, the black bear mascot, cheerfully greeting a group of people outside a shop.
Food & Drink

Food & Drink

Two Swiss openings, a recipe from our in-house team and food finds from Japan to France. Tuck in.

  • Issue #128
  • 6 min read
Food & Drink
Fashion

The New York Wardrobe

The rise of trainers and hoodies as acceptable workplace clothing has seen suit sales decline. But is the blurring of workwear and casual wear necessarily a good thing?

  • The Entrepreneurs #1
  • 10 min read
The New York Wardrobe
Fashion

The autumn manifesto

The most exciting period in the fashion calendar is back, as jumpers, coats, woolly hats and chunky shoes are welcomed into the wardrobe for war with the elements.

  • Issue #127
  • 29 min read
The autumn manifesto
Affairs

Asia/Pacific

Hong Kong’s anticipated sports park, Utsunomiya LRT is on track, and boosting business in Perth.

  • Issue #125
  • 4 min read
Asia/Pacific
Affairs

Doctor feelgood

Roof gardens, natural light, green space – how three health centres are tackling modern healthcare challenges.

  • Issue #125
  • 11 min read
Doctor feelgood

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