Soused In The Springtime
Celebrating the Japanese cherry blossom.
FROM THE ARCHIVE: Revisiting a memorable trip to Japan, where a cherry-blossom party runs wild and romance cuts short.
Tokyo
Ian Gillespie
Building culture.
His buildings, sustainable design philosophy, and commitment to public art win the Westbank founder awards and kudos around the world, but at home he’s a polarizing figure.
Tokyo’s Yayoi Kusama Museum
Polka dot darling.
At the age of 88, art legend Yayoi Kusama has opened her own gallery, the much-anticipated Yayoi Kusama Museum.
Finding Tranquility in Tokyo
Where to unwind.
Should you find yourself in Tokyo, and in need of a break, here are a few places to unwind.
Decoding Japanese Hotels
Accomodations for everyone.
Skip over Western-style accommodations in favour of boutique hotels with local charm. Here, four of the best.
Japan Unlayered in Vancouver
Eastern culture at the Pacific Rim.
Interconnected mini-exhibits and pop-ups celebrating contemporary Japanese architecture, design, and cuisine.
Shiseido: The World’s Oldest Cosmetics Company
Beauty of a business.
Founded in 1872 by Arinobu Fukuhara, Shiseido is widely credited with bringing aspects of Western life and culture to the East.
Clé de Peau Beauté
A Japanese ritual.
It is more than using the right cleanser and moisturizer. It is more than exfoliation and masking. It is more than a genetic difference. It’s a lifestyle.
Tokyo Motor Show
Displays of innovation.
A whirlwind visit to the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show proved that Japanese car manufacturers take a back seat to none when it comes to sheer ingenuity.
