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2004 SPRING

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SPECIAL FEATURE


The Ultimate Japanese Cuisine

Thrilling to both the eyes and palate, Japanese cuisine is impacting culinary styles around the world. Making the most of seasonal delicacies, preparing them with a deftness born of tradition, and serving them in sublimely sensitive presentations -- these traits have been honed to a fine art. As spring unfolds, join us on a visit to some of Japan's venerable restaurants to see what the entire food world is talking about. 		  Japanese cuisine


Architectural Alchemy — Four Awesome Asian Talents

A new generation of Asian architects is revolutionizing the design world with their cutting-edge aesthetics and innovative use of materials. We introduce four Asian prodigies at the vanguard of their field. 		  Asian architects


Hail to the Cat!

Hello Kitty — Empress of the World of "Cute"
Sanrio marks the 30th anniversary of its creation that continues to fascinate the world. We examine how this cat, drawn with such simplicity, has become a money-maker of global proportion. 		  Hello Kitty


SPECIAL GUIDE


Insider's Guide to Antiques

18 shops in Tokyo and Kyoto
From tansu to textiles, ceramics to folding screens, premium Japanese antiques are available--even reasonably priced--if you know where to look. We've scouted out the best shops and fairs. Whether you want museum quality or just a fine keepsake, reputable dealers are the key. What is the best item to buy now? 		  Folding screen


FEATURES


Prelude: Cherry Blossoms

Sacred to the Japanese people for more than 1,000 years, these seasonal glory assumes unique expression through the eye, lens and thechnical mastery of internationally acclaimed photographer Shu Akashi.		   hello kitty


Cherry-Blossom Tea Party

Parties to celebrate the beauties of cherry-blossom season are one of the most popular seaonal activities in Japan. We invite you to a cherry-blossom tea party conducted by the Grnad Master of an august tea school in Kyoto.		   cherry blossom tea party


Premiering in Paris: Fresh Japanese Design

Budding Japanese fashion designers captured attention at the 2004 Spring-Summer Paris Collections with their ingenious clothes and guerilla tactics. We offer a look at their creations and share what they have to say.		   Japanese design


Tokyo Street Fashion

Street Fashion Prophets — Currently, Tokyo exerts tremendous influence on the world fashion scene. Kateigaho International asked for leading stylists to forecast what's coming next in street fashion. Their predictions may surprise you.

130 Years of Shiseido-Timeless Tradition, Perpetual Change

With a history of paving the path to personal beauty, this cosmetics giant with the camellia trademark stays true to its abiding principles while nimbly changing with the times.

Tokyo's Newest Jewel Affords Extraordinary Luxuries — Grand Hyatt Tokyo

Join us on a visit to one of the gems of Roppongi Hills.

Chateau Mercian: World Class Japanese Wine

Chateau Mercian won the Critics Choice Award at the New York Wine Experience 2003

DEPARTMENTS


Works — sakura
Cherry Blossoms in abstract with words by Toko Shinoda

Still Garden — Tsuboniwa
The tsuboniwa tea gardens of Kyoto are said to have developed from the tiny niches and countryyards within traditional Japanese houses.

World Heritage in Japan — Yakushiji
A remnant of the ancient culture of the Hakuho period dating back to the late seventh century, this temple served as the eastern terminus of the Silk Road.

Souvenirs: Sweet Spirit of Spring
Fuku Fukuda, our traveling gourmet, finds enhancing, lustrous, and delicate confections that are as pretty as cherry blossoms.

Arts & Culture
News from four cities abroad: Singapore, Paris, London, New York
Interviews: Yasuyuki Shuto--dance / Daido Moriyama--photography / Jiang Jian-Hua--music
Plus Fashion & Fine Art / Art & Design / Out & About / Performing Arts / Books

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2005 SUMMER - 2005 SPRING - 2005 WINTER

2004 AUTUMN - 2004 SUMMER - 2004 SPRING - 2004 WINTER

2003 AUTUMN - INAUGURAL ISSUE

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