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ON DESIGN

Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Jul 4, 2015
Design that sounds good and looks even better on paper
Folding Tokyo's icons
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Jun 6, 2015
A few ideas that may ring your bell
Someone in your way? You can ring your bell
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
May 2, 2015
Japan's 'Experimental Creations' at Milan Design Week
Last month's Salone del Mobile Milano, also known as Milan Design Week, had a particularly good turnout of innovative Japanese designers.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Apr 4, 2015
Something old, something new, something blue
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Mar 6, 2015
After 10 years, On: Design columnist Jean Snow signs off — with style, of course
Build up a good desk space
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Feb 6, 2015
Staring at the bottom of the glass
Here's a glass that's perfect for teasing someone who's prone to having one too many.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Jan 2, 2015
Designs to liven up house and home
Little chairs for little people
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Dec 5, 2014
From umbrellas with feet to miniature ice-fishing polar bears, On: Design goes clever-quirky
Fishing for a good cuppa
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Oct 31, 2014
Keeping it simple, everyday objects get a makeover
Seeing paper in a new light
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Oct 3, 2014
Modern takes on the mobile, wind chimes and more
It's time to revisit one of On: Design's favorite designers — Kouichi Okamoto, who designs under the name Kyouei.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Sep 5, 2014
Innovative products rethink generic design
Be prepared with Nosigner
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Aug 1, 2014
Goods to spruce up the dining experience
This month's Kikof This month, we're focusing on perfecting the kitchen and dining room, kicking off with the aptly named Kikof, a covetable set of dishes and tableware.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Jul 4, 2014
Watch out for Nendo
Nendo's latest work to catch the attention of this column is its Fusion collection — an entirely new series of furniture and houseware comprising 13 pieces for Danish furniture maker BoConcept.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Jun 2, 2014
Clever designs in kitchenware and desktop decor
Keeping flower books
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
May 5, 2014
Classic home products get quirky updates
Crisp and dry lettuce
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Mar 31, 2014
Whether Starbucks mugs or traditional Shigaraki ceramics, interior design is about the detail
A special Trip for the ardent cyclists
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Mar 3, 2014
Old-school bookmarks, modern notice boards and perfectly designed kitchenware
Glasses that just might bounce
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Feb 3, 2014
As 2014 truly kicks in, On:Design’s favorites are coming up with the goods
Nendo releases the minamalist's stationery range, Torafu Architects keeps it small, and I'mD stacks your trash.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Jan 6, 2014
New furnishing for the home, plus the latest from Postalco
Postalco keeps your money safe
Japan Times
LIFE / Lifestyle / ON: DESIGN
Dec 2, 2013
Get ready for the wintry, cold and wet season
A coffee table with a twist
Town to block view of Mount Fuji in response to overtourism
The town government of Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, decided to set up a 2.5-meter-high screen to prevent tourists from taking pictures of Mount Fuji looming behind a convenience store.
In Japan, regional revitalization fails to halt population decline
Sakiyama elementary school in Tamba, Hyogo Prefecture, in March .Over the past decade, the government has directed efforts toward policies designed to give young people incentives to base themselves in rural areas.
Number of homeless in Japan hits record low
Homeless people sleep on the street in Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward in August 2021.
Ukraine is far from doomed
When comparing Ukraine’s military situation in 2024 to Europe’s in 1941, Russia’s defeat seems entirely possible.
Japan wants you to spend more with ‘luxury tourism’
Performers play a traditional drum unique to Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, in the prefectural capital of Kanazawa on March 16 to mark the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen line to Tsuruga Station in Fukui Prefecture.
Japan wants you to spend more with ‘luxury tourism’
Performers play a traditional drum unique to Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, in the prefectural capital of Kanazawa on March 16 to mark the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen line to Tsuruga Station in Fukui Prefecture.
Theaster Gates’ ambitious ‘Afro-Mingei’ brings Black Chicago to Tokyo
Theaster Gates' “A Heavenly Chord” lines up church pews before seven speakers and a Hammond B3 organ, a type of electric organ prevalent in Black American churches.
Casa del Cibo: A thriving jewel born from Tohoku’s harsh past
When chef Ryohei Ikemi moved to Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture, and opened Casa del Cibo in 2011, it was the first proper Italian restaurant in the city.
Town to block view of Mount Fuji in response to overtourism
The town government of Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, decided to set up a 2.5-meter-high screen to prevent tourists from taking pictures of Mount Fuji looming behind a convenience store.
Kyotographie's strong 12th edition shines light into the margins
Yassine Alaoui Ismaili, who goes by Yoriyas, turned to photography, shooting motion while in motion himself, after an injury forced him to give up his career as a professional breakdancer.

Podcast

From easily navigable train stations to the helpfulness of its municipal staff, Tokyo has earned high praise for its commitment to accessibility for disabled travelers.
[Rebroadcast] Japan is doing better on accessibility than you may think

Longform

Later this month, author Shogo Imamura will open Honmaru, a bookstore that allows other businesses to rent its shelves. It's part of a wave of ideas Japanese booksellers are trying to compete with online spaces.
The story isn't over for Japan's bookstores
By Alex K.T. Martin

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