ARTICLES
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LUXURY RELAXATION & WELLNESS FACILITIES
Technology meets tradition at Tokyo's world-class wellness and relaxation centers. From luxury spas to high-tech treatments based on ancient techniques, pamper yourself with top-notch self-care.
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TOKYO'S NEW ART SPACES
Ride the cutting edge of culture in an ever-changing city. Creative collaborations, virtual worlds, and organic installations await at Tokyo's art museums.
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A MODERN TASTE OF KINTSUGI
From 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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STEPPING INTO THE INTIMATE WORLD OF THE LOCALS
Explore the rich history of Japan's national drink at Toshimaya Shuzo. This brewery is attached to Tokyo's oldest sake shop, established in 1596. Feel the living sake tradition with a personal introduction from the head brewer and a sake tasting paired with locally-grown vegetables you pick yourself.
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MEET THE WORLD'S ULTIMATE TECHNIQUES
Overlooking the Imperial Palace Gardens, Peninsula Spa, located within The Peninsula Tokyo, offers tranquility and respite from the Tokyo rush. Indulge in luxurious spa treatments that combine the latest methods from around the globe with time-honored Japanese beauty regimens, including its signature Chi-Healing treatment, a Peninsula Spa exclusive.
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FOR ALL TEMPURA AFICIONADOS
Tempura has been a popular source of nourishment in Tokyo since the 17th century. At Tempura Tenko, international visitors can take a genuine masterclass with head chef and owner Hitoshi Arai, covering everything from browsing a wholesale market to frying the tempura with his proprietary blend of oils.
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IN TUNE WITH NATURE AND UNIVERSE
There are two main types of Shojin-ryori, Japan's time-honored take on Buddhist vegetarian cuisine: simple, practical dishes served to monks, and those served to guests as a mark of hospitality. The Tokyo version of this cuisine focuses on delighting guests with premium ingredients and aesthetics. Experience this traditional style with a modern twist at Daigo, a reservation-only restaurant near Tokyo Tower that's one of only two Michelin-starred Shojin-ryori restaurants in Japan.
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"BEAUTY" IS POWER
At Ippodo, beauty is power. The owner and curator of this gallery in Tokyo's luxurious Ginza district is Keiko Aono, a knowledgeable art connoisseur who is dedicated to showcasing contemporary art by Japan's top artists and rising stars alike. Savor Japanese art and culture in the intimacy of Ippodo's private tearoom - a tranquil, exclusive space for experiencing the Japanese tea ceremony while admiring exquisite works of art.
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SIMPLE, YET A NOVEL IDEA
Experience a uniquely modern take on cha-kaiseki tea ceremony dining at Sokkon in upscale Aoyama. Owner Soko Udagawa, the 18th-generation master of the Sowa-ryu school of tea ceremony, turns convention on its head with a refreshingly accessible approach that he calls “a return to the essence of tea tradition.”
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YOUR OWN PRIVATE TEA CEREMONY
Find out what the Way of Tea is all about in a ceremony created just for you.
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APPRECIATING NATURE, THE JAPANESE WAY
In the art of bonsai, little pots hold fascinating miniature worlds encapsulating many of Japan’s ancient aesthetic ideals and philosophies. Meet an acclaimed bonsai master in Tokyo, and discover a new way to appreciate nature and Japanese culture through his timeless works of living art.
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A HIDDEN VILLAGE RICH IN NATURE AND TRADITION
See the other side of Tokyo on Mount Mitake. Just two hours from the bustle of the city center, this richly forested holy mountain has welcomed pilgrims and visitors for centuries, in lodgings run by Shinto priest families. Discover a world of ancient worship, traditional cuisine, and stunning natural beauty.
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TOKYO'S MANY LAYERS
Monocle 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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NO(H) WHERE LIKE TOKYO
Noh 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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JAPANESE HOME COOKING MADE EASY
It's perhaps the ultimate souvenir from a trip to Tokyo: the ability to cook Japanese food. TOKYO COOK excels at teaching the art of Japanese home cooking, from gyoza dumplings to dashi broth, with experiences that are fun, tasty - and surprisingly easy.
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VIEW OF LIFE TO REALIZE THE MOMENTS
A fresh breeze, the gentle rustle of trees, relaxing scenes of green – outdoor beauty can be found even in the center of Tokyo. At TRUNK HOTEL in Shibuya, enjoy an oasis of natural freedom to create your own story.
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A JOURNEY OF THE FIVE SENSES IN THE SKY
Suspended in heaven, at the start and end of all roads in Japan, experience the ultimate in Japanese hospitality and aesthetic treatment at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo. Calming aromas and Buddhist sounds guide you on a journey of inner peace, health and beauty.
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BORDERLESS CUISINE
Producers, chefs and diners − Florilège breaks down barriers to offer you a front-row view of the ingredients, passion and techniques that produce impeccable, modern French cuisine. Surprising drink-pairings dazzle the senses. Enjoy a borderless adventure of culinary communication in Tokyo.