Looking to capture the serenity of Japanese spaces? Select a concise palette of natural materials, including wood, stone, and glass. Wood plays a significant role, Kaneko says, because tr… See more

In traditional Japanese interiors, "the walls are white or light beige-toned plaster," Kaneko says. His go-to paint colors? Benjamin Moore's Chantilly Lace or Snowfall W… See more

Japanese architecture is known for its blend of interior and exterior space. Add floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors to expose a garden and let in fresh air. "Go out to the 'e… See more

"Noisy is an important word," Ashizawa says, "I try to avoid noisy things. The world is now quite noisy; even on our mobile, we have to keep answering, and many noisy things are i… See more