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LEARN MANGA SKILLS FROM A PROFESSIONAL CARTOONISTCelebrated manga artist Britney Hamada has made a name for herself through her acclaimed work. Learn the tricks of the drawing trade through an exclusive portrait class led by Hamada herself in Tokyo’s Asakusa area.
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TOKYO'S TECH-DRIVEN ARTThe ultra-modern aspect of Tokyo is a tour-de-force of creativity fueled by technology. Immersing oneself in the cutting-edge artistic expressions of these installations is an indulgence that can't be had anywhere else.
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PRICELESS CULTURAL EXPERIENCESOften inaccessible to travelers on a truly meaningful level, every now and then exclusive opportunities arises for well-connected visitors to fully indulge in the most enchanting traditions of Japan. Here we introduce some of the very same.
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CURATED STROLL INTO THE CITY OF DIVERSITYDelve into diversity in Daikanyama, one of Tokyo's eclectic collections of artistic enclaves. With an expert guide, a walk around Shibuya's "brooklynesque" neighbor unveils the rich history and many charms of this enchanting area.
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EXPAND YOUR TASTE OF ART WITH DIGITAL ARTToshiyuki Inoko is the founder of teamLab, an international collective with its roots in Tokyo and branches all across the world. In this interview, he tells of teamLab's aesthetic journey from a few students' project to a global phenomenon that transcends all boundaries.
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SEE TOKYO THROUGH THE EYES OF ARCHITECT KENGO KUMAWorld-renowned architect Kengo Kuma designs more than just buildings - his works serve as places where the past and present connect, and where visitors can experience Japan's history through a contemporary lens. We visited some of his most iconic projects in Tokyo, and learned the fascinating stories behind them from the man himself.
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HOSPITALITY PRO: “HOME IS A FEELING”Aman Tokyo general manager Tomoko Yagi spoke with us about ways that travelers can feel right at home even while immersing themselves in authentic local experiences that might at first seem anything but familiar.
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TOKYO—A UNIQUE BLEND OF EAST AND WESTTokyo based interior designer Masamichi Katayama of Wonderwall shares a few of his favorite must-visit spots in Tokyo.
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NO(H) WHERE LIKE TOKYONoh actor Noboru Sano guides us to three of his favorite places in Tokyo to experience authentic Japanese culture at its best.
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TOKYO'S MANY LAYERSMonocle Magazine's Asia Bureau Chief Fiona Wilson has spent more time than most exploring the mix of old and new that make Tokyo such a unique place. Here, she shares a few of her favorite finds in the city.
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DELICATE AROMAS OF JAPANScent, emotion, and memory are inextricably intertwined - so what finer way to mark a sojourn in Tokyo than visiting the atelier of a globally-acclaimed perfumer. Aromas that capture the very essence of Japan await.
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GETTING ACTIVE ON THE WATER IN WESTERN TOKYOFor an adventure amidst verdant scenery, journey to the forested Okutama region in western Tokyo, where pristine waters form the base for a variety of exciting activities. Kayak or try stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) down the river to explore the area. But water sports aren't the only things to do here - brimming with lush nature, Okutama is dotted with museums, temples, and shrines, where you can get acquainted with the local history and culture.
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BEAUTIFYING THE BROKENKintsugi is the art of "golden repair," and a window to the soul of Japan that values the venerable and the perfectly imperfect. A timeless technique, it can be experienced on a visit to the contemporary artisans of Tokyo finding innovative applications for the art.
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DELVING INTO TOKYO'S ART SCENEIn Japan's pulsing, cosmopolitan capital, the refined realm of art is more diverse and internationalized than ever. Read on to see Tokyo through the discerning eyes of a gallery owner, and for insider introductions to some noteworthy bastions of brushwork and bohemia.
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YOUR VERY OWN TEA CEREMONY WITH A GREAT MASTERThe tea ceremony, which flourished in the Edo period, lives on in ultra-modern Tokyo. Let Charen Tranquilitea, helmed by a tea-ceremony specialist descended from feudal lords, introduce you to the way of tea through tailor-made experiences such as cha-kaiseki (tea ceremony and kaiseki fine dining) at a Michelin-starred restaurant.
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A MODERN TASTE OF KINTSUGIFrom a rare encounter with a legendary kintsugi artist to an exquisite tea ceremony-inspired cocktail experience - slow down and explore the rich cultural landscape that lies beneath the surface of Tokyo’s fast-paced urbanism.
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URBAN ART ODYSSEYKeen to dive beneath the surface of Tokyo's art world - from large-scale museums to edgy galleries (plus everything else in between)? Richard & Tezen is a leading art consultancy that excels at crafting bespoke insider experiences across the capital, for curators, collectors and art lovers.