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Natsumi Hoshi Swims for Rio Gold, Getaways for Golden Week, Tokyo APRIL 2016 Japan’s number one English language magazine ALSO: Natsumi Hoshi Swims for Rio Gold, Getaways for Golden Week, Tokyo Area Guide, The Evolution of Cirque duwww.tokyoweekender.com Soleil, and Much APRIL 2016 More APRIL 2016 www.tokyoweekender.com APRIL 2016 CONTENTS 20 NATSUMI HOSHI The swimming phenom is looking to make a golden splash at the Rio Olympics Photo: OSA Images Costumes: Kym Barrett © 2010 Cirque du Soleil Barrett © 2010 Cirque Kym Costumes: Images OSA Photo: 14 22 26 HIROTADA OTOTAKE GOLDEN WEEK GETAWAYS CIRQUE DU SOLEIL The public figure mulls over a political run These vacation destinations are worth Performances that stretch the limits of and faces a personal scandal their weight in ... well, you know human skill, strength, and imagination 6 The Guide 11 Area Guide 30 People, Parties, Places A fresh taste of the Mediterranean comes Step away from Akihabara’s neon jungle The Maruyamas throw their annual party to town and a few new looks to spring for and into Tokyo’s old downtown and Oakwood opens a new residence 8 Gallery Guide 18 Breaking the Silence 34 Movies Exhibitions drawn together by animation, Voices from the battlefront of suicide Leo’s Oscar-winning turn, a Marvel battle plus the fine art of haute couture prevention in Japan and overseas royale, and journalists in the “Spotlight” 10 Mariko Mori 24 Apartment Gardening 36 Agenda An artist inspired by the cosmos and the Don’t let your laundry hog all of the A pair of rock legends come to town and spirit of our million-year-old ancestors balcony—leave some room for green plenty of events for the warming weather www.tokyoweekender.com APRIL 2016 THIS MONTH IN THE WEEKENDER with five different mistresses over the APRIL 2016 past several years. APRIL 2016 The revelation brings up a question that has been raised countless times Japan’s number one English language magazine around the world when a political figure’s personal foibles come to light: should we judge a leader by what they do behind Publisher ENGAWA Co., Ltd. closed doors, or by their ability to get things done? In the case of Ototake, we President Takanobu Ushiyama hope that our profile of the man gives you Executive Producer Asi Rinestine a sense of his potential, and inspires you to think about what he could achieve if he Editor Alec Jordan were to make the decision to run. Art Director Liam Ramshaw Moving beyond the cover story, Sales Director Hirofumi Ohuchi there are plenty of pieces to keep the Sales Executive Kahori Terakawa pages turning, from a look at suicide prevention efforts in Japan to a talk with Media Relations Chief Junko Shimaya one of the stars of the Japanese Olympic Producers Yumi Idomoto ALSO: Natsumi Hoshi Swims for Rio Gold, Getaways for Golden Week, Tokyo Area Guide, The Evolution of Cirque du Soleil, and Much More swimming team. And as Golden Week Claudia Sun www.tokyoweekender.com APRIL 2016 lies waiting for us at the end of the Account Executives Nobu (Nick) Nakazawa irotada Ototake might not month, we’ve put together a collection of Media Consultant Mary Rudow be familiar to most of our destinations that should be memorable— non-Japanese readers, but and hopefully, not overbooked! If you’re Society Bill Hersey H his life story, and his first staying local, there are plenty of options book (“No One’s Perfect” in English), Lead Writer Matthew Hernon to keep you occupied during the long are famous throughout the country. holiday, whether it’s art on the walls or Editorial Associates Natalie Jacobsen Despite being born without arms or Cirque du Soleil magic on the ground Vivian Morelli legs due to a condition known as tetra- and the air. Finally, we invite you to Luca Eandi amelia syndrome, Ototake has had a check out our area guide for a section series of careers that anyone would Film Christopher O’Keeffe of Tokyo’s old downtown that you may envy: public speaker, sports journalist, not have explored yet. We’re planning to school teacher, and member of Tokyo’s feature different parts of the city in the Board of Education, just to name a few. months to come, so stay tuned. In the past weeks, it has been rumored that Ototake was planning EST. Corky Alexander, 1970 to make a run for public office. Now, Published monthly at JPR Sendagaya Building 8F much more recent news threatens to 4-23-5 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0051 put that nascent campaign to an end: (03) 6863-3096 / (03) 5413-3050 (fax) Ototake has admitted to having affairs Editor [email protected] To subscribe to the Tokyo Weekender, please call (03) 6863-3096 or email: [email protected] For ad sales inquiries, please call (03) 6863-3096 or email: [email protected] 広告に関するお問い合わせ先 電話：(03)6863-3096 メール：[email protected] www.tokyoweekender.com WRITERS WANTED Opinions expressed by Weekender contributors Tokyo Weekender is looking for a few good writers. If are not necessarily those of the publisher you’ve got a travel story you want to share, a gift for the written word, or have a unique take on life in Tokyo, we’d like to hear from you. To join our team of freelancers, please send us an email at [email protected] Published by ENGAWA Co., Ltd. APRIL 2016 www.tokyoweekender.com the guide BURBERRY CROCHETED TRENCH COAT If you love a classic Burberry trench coat but don’t want to blend in a sea of beige come springtime (when everyone in Tokyo sports their FOOD FIT FOR THE GODS own version), this twist on the classic Kensington trench may be the Greek cuisine is known for its simple yet delicious ingredients, perfect option for you. This crocheted cotton-blend in antique rose unique flavor combinations, and healthy portions that can satisfy not only complements the cherry blossom flowers, but it also offers even the heartiest of eaters. Unfortunately, while it might not be protection against those unexpected spring rainfalls. It looks especial- too difficult to find olives and feta cheese at your local supermar- ly dazzling when paired with a white ensemble, and yes, it may be a ket, if you’re looking for complete Grecian meals, you don’t have splurge, but you’ll wear it for the next decade or so. burberry.com many choices around Tokyo. Lovers of this unique cuisine will be happy to hear that they’ve got a new option: The Apollo. The restaurant got its start in Sydney, Australia, helmed by Jonathan Barthelmess—who became a star chef on the Sydney scene thanks to his blend of traditional Mediterranean techniques and modern sense of culinary style. Opened at the end of March in the Tokyu Plaza Ginza Building by Barthelmess and fellow Sydney restauran- teur Sam Christie, The Apollo Tokyo offers tastes that will satisfy long-time Greek food fans and neophytes alike. You can order plenty of dishes à la carte, but one of the best ways to experience the full range of flavors on offer is “The Full Greek” (lunch ¥4,800/ dinner ¥5,500). It starts off with a selection of olives to whet the ap- petite, and then moves on to the taramosalata (mullet roe, lemon juice, and olive oil) dip, served with warm pita bread. Next up is a Greek salad, which adds a mildly flavored cow’s milk feta to the olives and farm-fresh tomatoes and cucumbers. The restaurant’s celebrated saganaki (pan-fried cheese) follows, made with kefalo- graviera (a blend of goat and sheep milk) cheese and flavored with just the right amount of honey, lemon, and oregano. The main dish is lamb shoulder, slow-cooked for ten hours and baked for one. Delightfully smoky and juicy, and served with tzatziki (a Greek COMME DES GARÇONS NEON WALLET yoghurt sauce), it is simply unforgettable. But remember to leave Nothing screams springtime like a neon-color block wallet. Even for room for the Avgolemono Pie, The Apollo’s take on the traditional those who steer clear of bright hues, this slim pouch is the perfect lemon meringue. A complement of wines and mixed drinks round accessory to snap you out of hibernation mode after a long winter. out a menu that’s as tempting as a siren’s song. The eye-catching blue, orange and green pattern is too good to be kept hidden in a handbag, so use it as a clutch for after-work cocktails or The Apollo Tokyo weekend brunch. The soft leather will keep all your cards and notes in- 104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo-ku, Ginza 5-2-1, Tokyu Plaza Ginza 11F tact and organized, with a thick gold zipper on top to add a bit of bling. Hours: 11:00–23:00 | Web: theapollo.jp comme-des-garcons.com APRIL 2016 www.tokyoweekender.com www.tokyoweekender.com Something for the weekend...A cocktail guide for the most discerning of drinkers pril is upon us once more and gold is most definitely the colour of the month. April heralds the end of the financial year in Japan and Athe beginning of the Golden Week holiday. So whether you are toasting a successful year on the markets or drowning your sorrows after loosing RAF SIMONS ADIDAS SNEAKERS the shirt off your back, make sure you do it in style, with an appropriately themed cocktail. This may be one of the best collaborations this year: fashion genius Raf Simons (formerly In this edition of the guide we shall be creative head of Dior) putting his unique, minimalistic touch on the iconic Stan Smith taking a trip back to the 80s and knocking back Adidas Originals kicks.
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