In the midst of Tokyo's vibrant creative scene, AUSSENWIRTSCHAFT AUSTRIA, in cooperation with the globally renowned media company Monocle, is bringing the ‘Austrian Takeover’ to the international stage.
This exclusive format offers 16 Austrian companies the unique opportunity to present their products to a discerning audience over a period of six months both in the Monocle shop in the heart of Tokyo and on Monocle's global online platform, monocle.com/shop.
Coinciding with Expo 2025 Osaka, the concept store will become a showcase for excellent Austrian design and create a stage for high-quality products that combine culture, craftsmanship and innovation.
A curated cross-section of Austria's creative diversity
Whether masterful porcelain objects, elegant fashion, functional travel accessories or extraordinary fragrance creations - the range of products on display reflects Austria's innovative strength and design DNA. Here is a small taste of the brands that will be featured:
Augarten Wien (Porcelain Manufactory)
Champagne bowl, Kaisersemmel box etc.
www.augarten.com
BE […] MY FRIEND (Natural cosmetics)
Soap, lotion, travel set, etc.
www.besoapmyfriend.com
CLARISSAKORK (design accessories with Cork)
Coasters, PC bags, etc.
www.clarissakork.com
Feinedinge (Sustainable porcelain products)
Modern porcelain products made from recycled materials
www.feinedinge.at
J.T. Kalmar GmbH (Lighting equipment)
Table lamps, etc.
www.kalmarlighting.com
Kamarg (Backpacks)
A lightweight and stylish backpacks
www.kamarg.com
KARAK (Handmade Tiles)
For coasters, flooring, and exterior surfaces etc.
www.karak.at
Koó (Handicrafts)
Blue print aprons, etc.
www.originalblaudruck.at | www.meisterstrasse.com
Lifestylehotels (Books)
Hotel guides, lifestyle magazines, etc.
www.lifestylehotels.net | www.thestylemate.com
Lobmeyr (Glass products)
Designer glass sets, etc.
www.lobmeyr.at
Lodenwalker (Roden products)
Wool blankets, etc.
www.lodenwalker.com
LOOOPS (Fragrance)
Candles, etc.
www.looopsmoments.com
PALLA Vienna (Fashion & Design)
Wooden cutting boards, etc.
www.pallavienna.com
Thomas Petz (Hornwork)
Handmade combs, etc.
www.petz-hornmanufaktur.at | www.meisterstrasse.com
Wiener Zuckerln (Sweets)
Handmade candies, etc.
www.zuckerlwerkstatt.at | www.meisterstrasse.com
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