J SELECT Magazine 発売日・バックナンバー

☆2008年8月号☆

■Features■
14 カルチャー: 世界に拡がる生け花の魅力
18 トラベル：日本庭園の美しさ
24 ウィークエンド： 涼を求めて出かけよう
36 ボイス：二ゴーとア・ベイシング・エイプ
52 ニホンゴ：次のステップへの日本語学習法


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06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
34 スポーツ 街で楽しむスポーツ
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報
52 ジャパノロジー 弓道の魅力に迫る



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60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: 二ゴー（日本語訳）
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☆August/September 2008☆

■Features■

14 Culture: Ikebana Flower Power
The time tasted tradition of flower arranging
known as ikebana has spread around the world.
Not only has the artform been reborn in Japan,
but people around the world are discovering the
power of this delicate art.
By Manami Okazaki


18 Travel: Green Rooms
Beyond the legends of heroic samurai and epic battles,
a more gentle side of Japan’s historic landscape beckons-
Japanese gardens. By Stephen Mansfield.


24 Weekend: Cool Summer
It’s that time again, when the temperature hits the ceiling
and we all run for the nearest pool. This feature will assist
you in your mission to stay cool. By Carol Hui.


36 Voice: Nigo & A Bathing Ape
The master of Japanese street fashion has taken his
empire global and that’s just the beginning.
By Jo Bainbridge


52 Nihongo: Next Level Japanese
Once you’ve conquered your early Nihongo demons,
you’re ready to move to the next level of Japanese study.
Here is one man’s tale of success.
By Harvey Beasley.



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■Every Month■

04 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

08 Trends
A new section where we expose the latest fashions and
products you need.

30 Japanology: Kyudo
The Japanese form of archery known as Kyudo
combines physical skill with mental toughness in
one art form.

34 Sport: Around Town
We round up the most sporting ways to get around
Japan’s big cities, including skate boarding and
cycling.

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews



■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Bulletin
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
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☆2008年7月号☆

■Features■
14 ボイス: ベンチャーキャピタリスト 伊藤穣一
20 リビング：バーバラ植村の人生観
28 キャリア： 日本で仕事を探す
32 リビング：日本でデートをする楽しさ
36 トラベル：姫路城の美しさ


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06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
30 スポーツ 北京オリンピック2008
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報
54 ジャパノロジー 書道に親しむ



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59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: 伊藤穣一（日本語訳）
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☆July/August 2008☆

■Features■

14 Voice: Joi Ito
Known in technology circles as one of the most
connected Internet experts on the planet,
Joi Ito lets us in on the secret of the Web.
By Adario Strange


20 Living: Barbara Uemura
Raising a child between America and Japan isn’t
easy, but Barbara Uemura managed to produce a star.
Now her own star has begun to shine.
By Suzanne Kamata


28 Career: Find A Job In Japan
The Internet is chock full of informational websites
listing random jobs in Japan, but you’ll need a few
tips to make your search a true success.
By Carol Hui


32 Living: Dating In Japan
Being a dateless gaikokujin in Japan is not fun,
here are a few positives tales to give you hope.
By Jo Bainbridge


36 Travel: Himeji
You’ve seen the films depicting old Japan, but
only one place (Himeji) can give you a real glimpse
into the rich past of Japanese castles.
By Stephen Mansfield



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54 Living In Japan Special: Finding The Right Home
New arrivals to Japan take heart, this comprehensive
guide to moving to the ”land of the rising sun” will
help you navigate the real estate waters like a pro!


56 Working In Japan Special: Making A Career In Japan
This feature will help you sort out exactly what you
need to succeed in your job search.



■Every Month■

04 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

34 Sport: The Olympics
Despite the controversy and the worldwide
protests, the Olympics in China moved forward
into history

54 Japanology: Shodo
Shodo represents one of Japan’s most
interesting cultural arts combining visual skill
and deep communication.

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews



■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Bulletin
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
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☆2008年6月号☆

■Features■
14 テクノロジー: 介護ロボットの未来
18 トラベル：宮崎県の城下町 飫肥（おび）
24 ダイニング: アートな日本の和菓子
28 ワールド： 北海道洞爺湖サミット
36 ボイス：日本学者 アレックス・カー
56 テクノロジー：大阪でんでんタウン


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06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
30 スポーツ バック・トゥ・ザ・アイス！
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報
54 ジャパノロジー 串かつの魅力



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59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: アレックス・カー（日本語訳）
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☆June/July 2008☆

■Features■

14 Technology: Robot Kaigo
In the very near future the ”person” taking care of
your grandparents will be an artificial life form
commonly known as a robot. By Harvey Beasley


18 Travel: Obi, Japan
Stephen Mansfield takes us into the history laden
hills of Obi to discover the class struggles that
still shape the area today.


24 Dining: Wagashi Sweets
Wagashi sweets are more than just a traditional Japanese
treat. We look into the art and discipline behind the
creation of Wagashi. By Manami Okazaki


28 World Affairs: The G8 Summit
The meeting of the world’s top leaders comes to
Hokkaido, Japan. But is this historic peace summit
good for Hokkaido? By James Souilliere


36 Voice: Alex Karr
As one of the world’s foremost Japanologist,
Alex Karr continues to push the boundaries
of Western understanding of Japanese culture.
By Benjamin Freeland


56 Technology: Den Den Town
Tokyo’s Akihabara was once the tech mecca for
geeks, but Osaka’s Den Den Town has gradually
asserted its role as the new tech center.
By Harvey Beasley

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52 Finance Special: Manage Your Money
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■Every Month■

04 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

34 Sport: Back To The Ice!
Japan’s figure skating champions are quickly
setting the standard for excellence in the sport.

54 Japanology: Kushikatsu
One of Japan’s oldest and most traditional food
staples gets once over from our writer.

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews



■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Bulletin
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
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☆2008年5月号☆

■Features■
14 トピック: 世界の科学を体感できる日本の博物館
18 トラベル：水と歴史の街 郡上八幡
24 ダイニング: 日本料理を制するなら湯葉を食べてみよう
28 トピック： 裁判員制度を考える
34 トピック：海外における日本食の現在
36 ボイス：おもちゃコレクター 北原照久


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54 フィットネス特集：美しく健康的な体を手に入れよう


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06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
30 スポーツ 横綱 朝青龍
34 ジャパノロジー 草津温泉に行こう
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報



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59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: 北原照久（日本語訳）
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☆May/June 2008☆

■Features■

14 Topic: Japanese Museum
The world of science and technology comes alive when
you enter some of Japan’s leading museums.
Text by Carol Hui


18 Travel: Gujo Hachiman
Stephen Mansfield enters the serene confines of
Gujo Hachiman, an oasis of peaceful waters, friendly
locals, and incredibly historic culture.


24 Dining: Pulling The Yuba
Yuba is one of Japan’s most unique foods, requiring some
skill and patience. Our adventurous foodie Harvey dives in
mouth first! Story and photos by Harvey Beasley.


28 Topic: Jury Duty In Japan
One of the western world’s oldest traditions, jury duty,
returns to Japan’s legal system and the result is a shock
to the system. By Benjamin Freeland


34 Topic: The Sushi Police
Japanese food has experienced a surge in popularity
around the world, now a group has been formed to
protect the reputation of the renowned cuisine.


36 Voice: Teruhisa Kitahara
Few have managed to amassed the toy collection on
par with Teruhisa Kitahara’s. In this issue we explore
the toy master’s fascinating world. By Carol Hui

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54 Fitness Special: A Better Body
The warm weather is back and if you haven’t already
gotten back in shape, now is the time!



■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

30 Sport: Inside Sumo!
Legend and controversy magnet Asashoryu has returned to the
Sumo ring seeking to make a comeback.

31 Japanology: Kusatsu Onsen
The romantic and somewhat mysterious Kusatsu Onsen is possibly
one of Japan’s best kept secrets.

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews



■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Bulletin
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
74 20Q/Subscription

☆2008年4月号☆

■Features■
14 トピック: 増加の一途をたどる愛犬家の現在
18 トラベル：お茶だけではない宇治市の魅力
24 ウィークエンド: 動物園の新しい楽しみ方
28 トピック： 東京におけるリサイクルの問題
34 トピック：春の季節、DIYを楽しもう
36 ボイス：空間デザイナー 橋本夕紀夫


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06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
30 スポーツ 野球の季節到来！
34 ジャパノロジー 和太鼓の魅力
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報



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59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: 橋本夕紀夫（日本語訳）
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☆April/May 2008☆

■Features■

14 Topic: For The Love Of Dogs
Tokyo’s obsession with dogs has reached a fever pitch.
We dug deeper to find out why.
Text by Jo Bainbridge


18 Travel: The Tale Of Uji
Stephen Mansfield guides us into the archiac halls
of Japanese aristocracy. This trip to Uji, Japan
exposes the true spirit of feudal Japan and the
resonate cultural echoes still present today.


24 Weekend: The Wild Things...
Zoos are being transformed into mini-wildlife preserves
and the result is a better experience all around.
Story and photos by Suzanne Kamata.


28 Topic: Tokyo Plastic
The inside story on Tokyo’s growing trash recycling
problem revealed.
Story by Claire Loren.


34 Topic: Do It Yourself!
Spring is here and it’s time to spruce up your home
again. Use our DIY guide as your road map!


36 Voice: Yukio The Light Bender
Designer Yukio Hashimoto is part of a new wave of
creative thinkers reshaping our world one building
at a time. By Manami Okazaki


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56 Executive Hotels: Luxury On The Go
Our annual guide to the top hotels in Tokyo returns,
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■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

30 Sport: Play Ball!
It’s baseball season in Japan again and the entire
country is brimming with sports fanatic anticipation!

31 Japanology: Taiko Bridge
Amanojaku Taiko School celebrates the 100th anniversary
of the Japanese-Brazilian migration.

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews



■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Bulletin
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
74 20Q/Subscription

☆2008年3月号☆

■Features■
14 ウィークエンド: 桜の咲く季節到来！
18 トラベル： 日本旅行記
24 トピック: 行ってみたくなる日本紀行文
34 トピック：アイルランドにつつまれて～聖パトリックデイ
36 ボイス：パンツェッタ・ジローラモ
52 ヘルス： 日本の救急医療の現在


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06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
30 スポーツ アジア アイスホッケーリーグ
34 ジャパノロジー お花見ガイド
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報



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59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: パンツェッタ・ジローラモ（日本語訳）
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☆March/April 2008☆

■Features■

14 Weekend: Cherry Blossom Fever
It’s time to put your walking shoes on and
explore Japan’s fascinating world of Hanami.
Text by Chris Cushing


18 Travel: The Ink Stained Road
Writers have been framing Nihon through the lens
of literature for many years, Stephen Mansfield
points us towards some of the more important works
that should be in your library. All photos by the
author.


24 Topic: Showa Era Boom
The nostalgia and simpler times of the Showa Era
are back! Story and photos by Carol Hui.


34 Topic: The Luck of The Irish
For just one day of the year, everyone in Japan
becomes green for St. Patrick’s Day. We’ll tell
you where to go to show your Irish love.


36 Voice: Girolamo Panzetta
Few stars are as recognizable as Girolamo. In this issue
he teaches us about food, romance & loving life.
Story by Jim Hand-Cukierman & Kayo Yamawaki.


52 Health: State Of Emergency
A deeper look at why Japan’s medical system can
sometimes be tougher than illness. By Carol Hui.


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56 Medical Treatment: Getting Healthy
We’ve put together an invaluable list of some of
Japan’s top English speaking medical professionals.


■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

30 Sport: History In The Making
Checking in on the Asian Ice Hockey League
and an update on Major League Baseball stars from Japan.

34 Japanology: Hanami Guide
We scoured the streets and came up with the ultimate
list of perfect spots for cherry blossom viewing.
Now get out there!

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews



■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Introducing...
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
74 20Q/Subscription

☆2008年2月号☆

■Features■
14 ファッション: 日本人のヘアスタイルの行方
18 トラベル：美しい沖縄の庭園
24 ワイン: ワインと高級チョコレートの美味な楽しみ方
36 ボイス：ファッションデザイナー 岩谷俊和
52 トピック： 日本の文化を学ぶ子供たち


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31 ニホンゴ： 日本語学校特集
55 エデュケーション： インターナショナルスクール特集


■Every Month■
06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
30 スポーツ スーパーボウルXLII
34 ジャパノロジー 節分を祝う
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報



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59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: 岩谷俊和（日本語訳）
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☆February/March 2008☆

■Features■

14 Fashion: Top Down Style
Japanese hair styles and the artists behind them
are slowly making an impact on the new styles of the West.
Text by Philomena Keet

19 Travel: In An Okinawan Garden
The winter weather may have turned your neighborhood
into a frigid mess, but the gardens in Okinawa remain
ever inviting. Stephen Mansfield takes us there.
All photos by the author.


24 Wine: The Passion Of The Palate
Exploring the finer points of mixing wine and exquisite
chocolates. Story and photos by J.K. Whelehan.


28 Event: Downhill Demons
Inside the upcoming YAMAHA MOTOR-IPC-Alpine
Skiing World Cup Final 2008 in Hakuba featuring
some of the world’s most talented disabled skiers.


36 Voice: The Redefinition Of Cool
Toshikazu Iwaya’s DRESSCAMP has ascended the heights
of the Paris fashion runways and now the brand
looks to take on Japan. Story by Carol Hui.


52 Education: For Art’s Sake
Giving your child a taste of Japanese culture can be
fun if you know where to look. By Benjamin Freeland.


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56 International Schools: Top Of The Class
Finding the right international school can be tough.
This comprehensive guide will make your search easier!

■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

30 Sport: History In The Making
Checking up on America’s version of football and the
mega-event attached to it called The Super Bowl.

34 Japanology: Full Of Beans
If it’s the last day of winter in Japan then it must
be time to celebrate a national festival Setsubun!
Ian Washington reports...

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews



■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Introducing...
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
74 20Q/Subscription

☆2008年1月号☆

■Features■
14 ボイス: 元女子サッカー選手 川上直子
18 トラベル：運河の町 福岡県柳川市
24 カルチャー: 日本流 体を暖める方法
28 トピック：古き良き建造物を保存する
36 ウィークエンド：ウィンタースポーツを楽しもう
54 キッズ： 子供モデルの現在


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■Every Month■
06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
34 ジャパノロジー 成人式を祝う
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報
53 スポーツ 相撲 平成20年一月場所


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59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 イントロデューシング
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: 川上直子（日本語訳）
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☆January/February 2008☆

■Features■

14 Voice: Soccer Made Me
Women’s football star Naoko Kawakami reveals her
love for ”the beautiful game”. Text by
Manami Okazaki. All photos by David Stetson.


18 Travel: Canal Town
The water coursing through the stone-banked waterways,
moats, water locks and sluice gates of Yanagawa influences
every aspect of life in this southern city, writes
Stephen Mansfield. All photos by the author.


24 Culture: The Way of Warmth
Suzanne Kamata looks at uniquely Japanese ways of
keeping warm and toasty this winter.

28 Topic: Against the Tide
Benjamin Freeland examines Tokyo’s preservationist
struggle to save the remains of the city’s pre-war
architectual legacy. All photos by the author.

36 Weekend: Into the White
Chris Cushing recommends a bevy of thrill-seeking
activities in the snow that are sure to get your
adrenalin pumping. Additional reporting by
Maiko Sugiura.

54 Kids: Model Children
James Soulliere outlines the nuts and bolts of child
modeling. Photos courtesy of Sanae Hunt.


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56 Living in Japan: New Life in Tokyo
Arriving in Japan for the first time is a mind-boggling
experience. In this section, we profile a handful of
companies offering professional goods and services
to make your relocation smoother.


■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

34 Japanology: The Golden Age
Young people in Japan celebrate reaching the age of
majority by getting dressed up to the nines and painting
the town red - but not literally. James Sycamore reports...

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews

52 Sport: Clash of the Titans
Twelve months is an excruciating lengthy period of time
in sumo circles, writes James Sycamore.

■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Introducing...
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
74 20Q/Subscription

☆2007年12月号☆

■Features■
14 クリスマス: 夜景の綺麗な東京湾でのクリスマス
18 クリスマス：風呂敷で包むクリスマスギフト
22 トラベル: 中国最南端リゾート島 海南島
28 ウィークエンド：国内鉄道旅行の旅
36 ボイス：ブルーマングループ


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06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
34 ジャパノロジー お正月を祝う
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報
53 スポーツ FIFAクラブワールドカップジャパン2007


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59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: ブルーマングループ（日本語訳）
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☆December/January 2007☆

■Features■

14 Xmas: Tokyo Bay Xmas Shakedown
Christmas decoration can be found fairly easily
throughout Tokyo but for a real spectacle, it’s
hard to look past the displays on offer around
Tokyo Bay. Carol Hui reports...


18 Xmas: It’s A Wrap!
With Christmas looming in the distance, Manami
Okazaki looks at various ways of wrapping gifts
with textiles. Photos by Yukiko Saida


22 Travel: South China Seas
Part of China for as long as anyone can remember,
Hainan Island looks and feels like a world apart,
writes Stephen Mansfield.


28 Weekend: All Abroad!
Benjamin Freeland unveils five remarkable train
journeys in Japan that are located off the beaten track.


36 Voice: The Boys in Blue
With their shiny azure scalps and distinct lack of hair,
members of Blue Man Group are among the most
instantly recognizable performers on this planet.
Robert Cameron catches up with the crew as it puts
the finishing touches on preparations for its upcoming
five-month stint in Tokyo and finds that much of the
mirth conveys a significant meaning.


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53 Health: Chew On This
Dental implants can help those who have lost teeth to enjoy
mealtimes again.


54 Xmas & You: Deck the Halls
A selection of the best Christmas promotions on offer
in Japan over festive season.


■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

34 Japanology: New World Order
Christmas is a mere support act for the flurry of activity
that consumes Japan over the New Year, writes Margaret Ann Mercer.

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews

52 Sport: Battle Royale
The top club sides from each corner of the globe travel
to Japan in December to battle it out for the FIFA Club
World Cup, writes James Sycamore.


■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Bulletin
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
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☆2007年11月号☆

■Features■
14 ボイス: 東国原知事
18 ソサイエティー：知られざる豆腐の魅力
22 モータリング: 車の燃料の未来
36 トラベル：太陽の光と潮風が香る宮崎県


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55 ヘルス：審美歯科とインプラントの現在
56 ウィークエンド：かやぶきの郷 薬師温泉旅籠


■Every Month■
06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
34 ジャパノロジー 七五三を祝う
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報
53 スポーツ 2007バレーボールワールドカップ


■Selections■

59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: 東国原知事（日本語訳）
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☆November/December 2007☆

■Features■

14 Voice: Surprise Package
Miyazaki Governor Hideo Higashikokubaru didn’t have
the easiest of introduction to politics and yet whatever
was put before him, the comedian-turned-politician did
his best to ensure he had the last laugh, writes
Kazumoto Ohno. All photos by Daisuke Takahashi.


18 Society: Field of Beans
Although the sight of plain tofu doesn’t exactly whet
most people’s appetite, Kayo Yamawaki finds that tofu can
in fact be a lot more exciting-and appetizing-than it looks.
Additional reporting by Jim Hand-Cukierman.


22 Motoring: The Future of Fuel
Haru Maki takes a look at various eco-friendly options that
are being considered as alternatives to fuel the country’s
gargantuan fleet of motor vehicles.


36 Travel: Timeworn Coast
Miyazaki city may have come up a little short in its attempts
at exotica but the prefecture as a whole offers plenty of variety
for travelers who are willing to go the extra mile,
writes Stephen Mansfield.


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28 Motoring: Bigger Is Better?
Organizers of the 40th Tokyo Motor Show have put all their
eggs in one basket in a bid to create an all-encompassing
automotive event that grab headlines worldwide.


54 Fitness: Shape Up
Don’t let the cooler autumn temperatures stop you getting
into shape, writes James Sycamore.


55 Health: Chew On This
Dental implants can help those who have lost teeth to enjoy
mealtimes again.


56 Weekend: Where Time Stands Still
Kayabuki no Sato Yakushi Onsen Hatago in the heart of Gunma
encourages visitors to get into hot water in an effort to
keep them clean, writes Elliott Samuels.


■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

34 Japanology: Shichi-Go-San
Parents up and down the country are gearing up to take their kids out
to celebrate Shichi-Go-San with a visit to the local shrine.
James Sycamore reports...

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews

53 Sport: Six of the Best
The country’s press corps is sure to keep a watchful eye on the progress
of the national women’s team in the 2007 Volleyball World Cup that takes
place in Japan this month. As James Sycamore writes, however, that’s
only half the story...


■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Bulletin
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
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☆2007年10月号☆

■Features■
14 ウィークエンド: 紅葉狩りを楽しむ
20 トラベル：瀬戸内海の古都 倉敷
24 ワイン: プロのソムリエからワインの楽しみ方を学ぶ
28 マネー：日本で家を購入する
32 カルチャー：草津温泉でゆったり過ごす
36 ボイス：天才女形 早乙女太一


■Sponsored Section■
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■Every Month■
06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
34 ジャパノロジー 秋の大祭「長崎くんち」
46 イベント 東京デザインウィーク
48 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報
51 スポーツ FIA2007年F1世界選手権
52 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る


■Selections■

59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: 早乙女太一（日本語訳）
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☆October/November 2007☆

■Features■

14 Weekend: Color Coordinated
With deciduous trees throughout Japan erupting
into a riot of color over the next two months,
there’s no escaping the fact that fall is upon us.
Jeffrey Tanenhaus recommends 10 prime destinations
where visitors can bask in autumn’s patchwork glory.


20 Travel: Made To Last
Kurashiki offers visitors a step back in time to
an elegant past, writes Stephen Mansfield.


24 Wine: Licensed to Pour
How many times have you been to a restaurant and ended
up drinking the house red because you don’t know your
way around a wine list? Cellar master J.K. Whelehan
finds the best way to remedy such problems is by going
back to school.


28 Money: The House That Jack Bought
A bluffer’s guide to buying residential property
in Japan. Text & photos by Robert Cameron.


32 Culture: Sacred Waters
Kusatsu Onsen boasts natural hot springs with magical
healing properties, writes Marea Pariser.


36 Voice: More Than Skin Deep
Fifteen-year-old Taichi Saotome is a rising star in
Japanese show business known primarily for his female
impersonation roles, emerging from traditional stage
dancing to the big screen, televised variety shows and
beyond. In between takes for a new DVD program at a Tokyo
studio, he tells Seiji Komachi of his young perspectives
about a world about to be conquered. All photos by Masashi
Hashimoto.


■Sponsored Section■

56 Tourism: Discover Japan
A special promotional feature that profiles a couple of
local companies working to ensure both residents and visitors
alike make the most of their time in Japan.



■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

34 Japanology: Nagasaki Kunchi
Centuries-old festival encourages local residents to get
down and shake a leg.

46 Event: Design Showcase
James Souilliere outlines the eclectic range of events
that comprise this year’s Tokyo Design Week.

48 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews

51 Sport: Open Season
The FIA’s decision to revamp the rules governing Formula One
has turned the 2007 season into one of the most open in
recent history.

52 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen





■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Bulletin
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
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☆2007年9月号☆

■Features■
14 ファッション: 大切な結婚式を彩る
18 ウィークエンド：海釣りを楽しむ
22 トラベル: 沼隈半島 鞆の浦の美しさ
28 トピック：教育の原点に立ち返る
36 ボイス：ブライダルファッションデザイナー 桂由美


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56 エグゼクティブ： 東京のエグゼクティブホテル特集


■Every Month■
06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
34 ジャパノロジー こけし人形
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報
53 スポーツ 2007 ラグビーワールドカップ


■Selections■

59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: 桂由美（日本語訳）
74 20Q / 定期購読のご案内


☆September/October 2007☆

■Features■

14 Fashion: Getting Stitched
Newly-wed Jon Day offers some fashion advice for
brides and grooms to be...to be absolutely fabulous
on their big day, that is.


18 Weekend: Catch of the Day
Good things come to those who bait,
writes Abdel Ibrahim.


22 Travel: Preserved in Salt
Modernity may have knocked off some of Tomo-no-Ura’s
rougher edges, but life in this small fishing port on
the Inland Sea ambles along as it has always done,
writes Stephen Mansfield.


28 Topic: A Radical Education
Parents seeking to send their children to an international
school in Japan should be aware of key differences in the
types of progressive schooling available and the methodologies
they employ, writes Colin Campbell.


36 Voice: Dreams Come True
As the pioneer of wedding gown design in Japan,
Yumi Katsura has proven time and again that not only
was she the first of her kind in the business, she’s
also one of the very best. Jim Hand-Cukierman enters
her lavish white fantasyland and attemps to find out
what makes this bridal maven tick. Interview conducted,
transcribed and translated by Kayo Yamawaki.


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31 Education: Top of the Class
Most parents want to give their children the best
possible start in life, but many struggle to find
educational facilities in Tokyo they can trust.
The school listed in this issue provide a positive
environment that encourages learning, social interaction
and confidence in one’s abilities.


56 Executive: Here Comes The Fall
Three autumn hotel promotions to whet your appetite.


■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

34 Japanology: Living Dolls
James Sycamore stumbles across a cryin’, talkin’, sleepin’,
walkin’ kokeshi doll...

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews

53 Sport: Side-stepping Past...
National rugby coach John Kirwan has pledged to win
at least two games at the 2007 Rugby World Cup in
France this month. Recent results, however, suggest
this may be mere wishful thinking.
James Sycamore reports...


■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Bulletin
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
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☆2007年8月号☆

■Features■
14 ボイス: 北島康介
20 カルチャー： 東京の下町を歩く
24 ソサイエティ: 町興しに命をかける
28 トピック： 夏はビールの季節
36 ウィークエンド： ウォータースポーツを満喫しよう
54 レジャー： クルージングを楽しむ



■Every Month■
06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
34 ジャパノロジー お祭りだ！踊ろう！
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報
53 スポーツ 世界陸上大阪大会



■Selections■

59 ビューティー
60 ブック
61 フォト
62 掲示板
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: 北島康介（日本語訳）
74 20Q / 定期購読のご案内


☆August/September 2007☆

■Features■

14 Voice: Hungry For Success
Swimming sensation Kosuke Kitajima captured
the imagination of an entire nation at the
2004 Olympic Games in Athens after failing
to contain his excitement upon winning a gold
medal in the 100-meter breaststroke final.
On the sidelines of training in the lead-up to
an international swimming meet, the young star
tells Chris Cushing he is still hungry for
success...and a few other things, besides.
Additional reporting by Maiko Sugiura.


20 Culture: A Walk On The Slow Side
Stephen Mansfield meanders around Shitamachi
for half day to experience a slice of life in
Tokyo as it was in days gone by.


24 Society: The Rescuer
Faced with declining populations and increasing
numbers of elderly, rural towns throughout Japan
are struggling to keep afloat. Carol Hui visits
a flourishing fishing village in Kagoshima and
discovers the solution isn’t related to demographics
at all - it all boils down to a question of identity.


28 Topic: Summer Suds
Beer could be easily be called the official drink
of Japan, with consumption numbers far surpassing
those of other alcohols. With high summer breathing
down our necks, Jim Hand-Cukierman explores diverging
trends in the nation’s beer industry and highlights
some of the best places to sip a cold one.
Additional reporting by Kayo Yamawaki.


36 Weekend: Wet Wet Wet
With summer vacation looming, there’s no better time
to start thinking of various ways to get wet behind
the ears, writes Chris Cushing, Additional reporting
by Maiko Sugiura.


54 Leisure: Cruise Through Summer
Escape the drudgery of office life in Japan by
spending a day on the water in Tokyo Bay.


■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

34 Japanology: Let’s Dance
James Sycamore stumbles across an frienzied form of
line dancing in Japan that encourages participants
to get down and shake a leg.

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews

53 Sport: Faster, Farther, Higher
The best athletes on this planet clash in Osaka this
monthas the world championships in athletics makes a
welcome return to Japan. James Sycamore reports...


■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Books
61 Photo
62 Bulletin
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
74 20Q/Subscription

☆2007年7月号☆

■Features■
14 ボイス: ジョエル・ロブション
18 ソサイエティ： 日本人が好きなフランス文化
22 トラベル: フランス南東部の街 アビニョン
26 カルチャー： ポール バセット作るコーヒー
36 ウィークエンド： 白砂のビーチへ行こう



■Every Month■
06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
32 ジャパノロジー 夏祭り
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報
53 スポーツ サイクリング ツール・ド・フランス



■Sponsored Selection■
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■Selections■

59 ビューティー
60 コミュニティー
61 フォト
62 ブック
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: ジョエル ロブション（日本語訳）
74 20Q / 定期購読のご案内


☆July/August 2007☆

■Features■

14 Voice: Pure & Simple
With more than three decades of operational
experience in Japan behind him, master chef
Joel Robuchon is one of the local French
community’s leading figureheads. How has
he managed to hold the steadfast respect
of his customers and industry peers for so
long? The answer is actually fairly simple,
writes Richard Smith.


18 Society: The French Connection
With Bastille Day looming, avid Francophile
Benjamin Freeland examines the Japanese love
of all things French and finds the joie de vivre
in fact goes both ways


22 Travel: The Bells of Avignon
Avignon exudes a magnificent heritage, majestic
architecture and a liberal dash of the arts,
writes Stephen Mansfield


26 Culture: Wake Up & Smell the Coffee
Elliott Samuels talks to former champion Paul
Bassett about his desire to create a coffee
culture in Japan that provides a genuine
sensory experience.


36 Weekend: Beyond the Beach
Chris Cushing slops on some sunscreen, slaps
on a hat and sets off to find the best beaches
in Japan with something to offer in addition to
plain old sun, sand and surf. Translation and
additional reporting by Maiko Sugiura.


■Sponsored Section■

54 Living in Japan
Arriving in Japan for the first timeis a
mind-boggling experience. Over the next three
pages, we profile a handful of companies offering
professional goods and services to make your
relocation smoother.


56 Recruitment
Daijob provides a total recruiting solution.


■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

32 Japanology
How much do you really know about summer
music festivals? A look at the Nachi, Gion
and Tenjin festivals.

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews

53 Sport: On The Road Again
The world’s greatest cycling race looks to
put last year’s doping controversy behind
it, writes James Sycamore.


■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Community
61 Photo
62 Books
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
74 20Q/Subscription

☆2007年6月号☆

■Features■
14 ウィークエンド: 日本でセーリングを楽しむ
20 トラベル： スペインで最も美しい街 グラナダ
24 ソサイエティ: 地球環境を守る為に今できること
30 カルチャー： ゴミから生まれるアート
36 ボイス： 写真家 荒木経惟
56 ハウツー： オンライン・ショッピング
57 ジャパノロジー: 富士山登山を楽しむ


■Every Month■
06 カレンダー 幣誌エディター選出によるお勧めアート情報
46 フィルム 新着映画情報にJ SELECT独自の切り口で迫る
50 ミュージック 最新のミュージックシーン/ライヴ＆コンサート情報
54 スポーツ アメリカズ・カップ


■Selections■

59 ビューティー
60 コミュニティー
61 フォト
62 ブック
63 イート＆ドリンク
66 ディレクトリー
70 ウエブ・リンク
72 ボイス: 写真家 荒木経惟（日本語訳）
74 20Q / 定期購読のご案内


☆June/July 2007☆

■Features■

14 Weekend: Sailing Away
Japan is an island nation and yet sailing
receives scant attention here compared to
other seafaring countries in the world.
Sail Japan editor Crispin Moorey takes the
helm over the next few pages and takes a look
at what is required for those wishing to spend
their weekends on the water


20 Travel: Phantoms of Granada
Poet Laurie Lee once described Granada as
”probably the most beautiful and haunting
of all Spanish cities: an African paradise
set under the Sierras like a rose preserved
in snow.” Stephen Mansfield, however, discovers
that this beauty did not come without cost.


24 Society: Second Coming
Environmentalism is the name of the game
these days, thanks to the tireless work of
activists to spread word. Jim Hand-Cukierman
and Kayo Yamawaki explore whether or not human
beings have finally caught on to saving planet.


30 Culture: Second Back
An artistic duo discovers imaginative ways to
breathe new life into found objects, writes
Robert Cameron.


36 Voice: Stepping Back
Nobuyoshi Araki is certainly no stranger to
controversy, and the dynamic photographer
has spent much of his colorful career flirting
with authorities over his ”questionable” artistic
material. Having pushed the boundaries of art to
its limits, however, Araki is now content to approach
new projects with a newfound sense of prudence.
Written by Manami Okazaki. All photos by Nobuyoshi
Araki.


56 How to: Online Shopping
Finding imported products you are familiar with
is one of the most difficult aspects of living in
Japan, especially if you live outside one of the
main centers. Thomasina Larkin discovers that a
wide range of items can actually be ordered online.


57 Japanology: Rising to the Challenge
Jon Day explains the ups and downs of scaling the
giddy heights of Japan’s revered mountain.



■Every Month■

06 Calendar:
What’s on when near you

46 Film: Ben Olah runs his critical eye over the latest
releases to hit the silver screen

50 Music: Interviews, concert info & CD reviews

54 Sport: Changing Tack
Tacking duels become a regular sight off the
coast of Valencia as the world’s best yachting
crews battle it out in their quest to win the
oldest trophy in international sport - the America’s Cup


■Selections■

59 Beauty
60 Community
61 Photo
62 Books
63 Eat & Drink
66 Directory
70 Web Links
72 Voice (translated in Japanese)
74 20Q/Subscription