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Tokyo Weekender July 2016

Breaking the rules of kimono – a new book shatters antiquated views of this traditional garment. Plus: The boys for sale in Shinjuku Ni-chome, best sake of 2017, Japan's new emperor, and what really goes on inside "Terrace House."

Breaking the rules of kimono – a new book shatters antiquated views of this traditional garment. Plus: The boys for sale in Shinjuku Ni-chome, best sake of 2017, Japan's new emperor, and what really goes on inside "Terrace House."

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[ PROMOTION ]<br />

HOW NIPPON FORM<br />

CAN TRANSFORM<br />

YOUR HOME<br />

Photos by Chris Mollison<br />

Head to the fifth floor of<br />

LIVING DESIGN CENTER<br />

OZONE to discover a range<br />

of furniture and homeware<br />

that will infuse your décor<br />

with both contemporary<br />

design and a touch of<br />

traditional craftsmanship<br />

For 20 years, Nippon Form<br />

has sought to provide ideal<br />

pieces that reflect the evolving<br />

lifestyles of modern society.<br />

Their selection of furniture<br />

and homewares retain the strengths of both<br />

traditional culture and innovative modernity,<br />

making for a collection that neatly unites<br />

functionality and style. Visitors will find<br />

practical items with a combination of Japanese<br />

and Western influences, harmonizing<br />

beautiful design and purpose.<br />

SHOWROOM STRATEGY<br />

The Nippon Form showroom gives visitors a<br />

complete idea of how an interior would look,<br />

while also allowing you to feel the texture of<br />

fabrics and wood surfaces firsthand. Though<br />

the showroom is compact, this makes it easier for those<br />

living in small spaces to imagine how to maximize said<br />

space. Knowledgeable staff are on call to advise on<br />

usage, storage and design options, as well as how to care<br />

for items to ensure they last for generations.<br />

MINIMALIST BUT FUNCTIONAL FURNITURE<br />

Create a calming space by filling your home with<br />

simple, practical pieces of furniture that don’t require a<br />

compromise on design. Natural wood furnishings offer<br />

a sturdy, traditional feel to contemporary construction,<br />

especially when combined with coarse fabrics. Taking<br />

Japan’s sometimes miniscule living areas into account,<br />

16 | JULY 2017 | TOKYO WEEKENDER

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