These texts set out the traditional story of the foundation of Japan and its people, and demonstrate the very close relationship between the gods and the people of Japan. The stories also ...

Future works on the site include a spa, more cottages and even some larger private homes. Jonathan Bell has written for Wallpaper* magazine since 1999, covering everything from architecture and ...

Shinto shrines, known as “jinja” in Japanese, have played an important role in Japan’s history and remain a part of daily life today. But how do you visit a shrine the right way, according to Japanese ...

Wallpaper* meets founder, Daniela Jacobs in New York At the Palace Madrid, an old soul gets new sparkle Once a haunt for intellectuals and artists, Madrid’s grand dame navigates a new era of luxury ...