Japanese artisan notebook and stationery providers have been more than happy to fulfill this export niche, and one company in particular has produced a diary/planner that has captivated American ...

From the 1900s-founded Kokuyo to the global success of MUJI, up your office aesthetic with our design-focused roundup of the best Japanese stationery ...

According to the Pinterest Fall 2024 Trend Report, Japanese culture and style are strongly influencing both design and fashion, including a 135% increase in searches for “Japanese living room ...

To-do lists, class notes, and random reminders are just a few of the things you might want to write in a notebook. A digital notebook is the perfect tool to bridge the gap between a traditional ...

If you’re overthinking what to get as a thank-you gift, we have plenty of gift ideas that will help you show your ...

Plus, a preview of the stories hitting newsstands in Monocle’s latest issue. We explore a new exhibition in Copenhagen focusing on the grand dame of Danish design, Nanna Ditzel. Then we learn why 1951 ...

PARIS -- From everyday items to folk art and crafts, Japanese home goods are capturing the imagination of Parisians. Shops dedicated to homeware made in Japan are sprouting up around the city ...

A Japanese architecture firm which has pioneered “sustainable, user-centred design” has been awarded one of the world’s highest honours for architecture. The Royal Institute of British ...

Japan (2004), the Zollverein School of Design in Germany (2006), the 2009 Serpentine Gallery Pavilion in London, Grace Farms in the USA (2015), and Sydney Modern in Australia (2022). Sejima (68 ...

The Japanese car industry has played a pivotal role in shaping the history of the global automotive world. From its modest beginnings to becoming a powerhouse of innovation and engineering excellence, ...

Istanbul hosted a fashion show celebrating the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Türkiye and Japan. The show featured a blend of traditional kimonos and contemporary designs. The ...