Naoshima: An island gallery for Japan's top architects
Housed in museums, perched on the ends of piers and showcased underground, the art of Naoshima is well known, but the island is also home to a series of structures and spaces designed by the country's most influential architects.
Architecture explored: Autumn exhibitions in Tokyo
The indelible link between art and architecture allows for a deeper exploration of the buildings that surround us, their creators and the reflections they provide of our society. Explore these bonds at one of Tokyo's many architectural exhibitions this fall.
Redesigning department stores and third-wave coffee shops with concrete, plywood and a minimalist style, Schemata Architects are offering an alternative look in a city obsessed with shine.
Be it on the streets of Tokyo or on the screens of international cinemas, Tange's legacy lives on through his dedication to complex concepts conveyed through simple design.
The architects of success: Behind Tokyo's famous landmarks
Tokyo's skyline is a striking silhouette of styles and shapes, and with plenty of leading names behind many of the most recognisable examples, it may be a surprise how many are homegrown talents.
Fitting wooden joints together like complex puzzle pieces, tsugite is a traditional Japanese technique struggling in the face of ever-tightening regulations, but modern architects are refusing to let it be forgotten.
Japanese furniture retailers: Embracing the aesthetic
Japanese furniture favours the nation's age-old aesthetic which embodies a deep preference for functionality, simplicity and humble beauty. Tokyo's home-grown furniture stores are a blend of affordable, unusual and unique items perfect for a new home.
