December 2018

First Briton in Japan
William Adams (1564–1620)
Industry and innovation … and Christmas best wishes

The End of History
Name for niche, quality, tradition helps UK goods in Japan
Milestone Memories
And a mega year ahead
Business: Enhance or hinder
Helping government design sound policies
A Cut Above
Styling hair in Mayfair and Minamiaoyama
Making Sense of Scents
Niche, history and quality personify the perfume market
Stylish Steps
Northants-trained shoemaker in Tokyo has two-year wait list
Books and Maps
Despite—or due to—technology, collectors covet rare texts and charts
Turbulent times
Bohemian Rhapsody movie press conference
Two minutes of silence
Strong turnout marks end of WWI
Order of the Scottish Samurai
Expats honoured for ties with Japan
Land to Explore
Experience the wonders of Kyushu
Rugby Respect
Brave Blossoms’ Yoshikazu Fujita on his UK rugby days
19:20 Project
The British School in Tokyo builds community through sport