Tadao Ando Speaks on Architecture for the Next Generation — 'Time Out Japan Magazine' Issue 4 Released

Time Out Japan Magazine, a lifestyle publication that connects travel and everyday life, has released its fourth issue in both Japanese and English on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. This issue centers on the theme of 'architecture for the next generation,' featuring an exclusive interview with Pritzker Prize-winning architect Tadao Ando.

Art direction: Steve Nakamura | Photography: Takeshi Hanzawa, Kunihiro Fukumori | Model: Kisaku Sugishita, Casting | Director: J Ogawa Hiroshi

Osaka: The World’s Most People-Centric City

We present an exclusive interview with Tadao Ando, the renowned architect who has continued to base his operations in his hometown of Osaka for over half a century, despite managing projects around the world. While 80% of his work is overseas, why does he choose not to leave Osaka? We delve into his personal voice on how he views the city’s transformation, including major developments like Grand Green Osaka, and his philosophy shaped by surviving two cancer surgeries: 'I want to leave something behind for the children’s future.'

Photo: Time Out Japan | Tadao Ando Interview

Also included is a guide to ANDO architecture in the Osaka-Kansai region, including 'W Osaka,' 'VS. (VieS),' and the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art.

Photo: Time Out Japan | Osaka-Kansai Guide Focused on ANDO Architecture

'Next Generation from Japan': Spotlight on Young Global Talent

Additionally, the issue features 'I, OSAKA,' where Caribbean-American creator Dani shares her perspective on contemporary Osaka, and 'Next Generation from Japan,' highlighting young Japanese talents making their mark on the global stage.

Photo: Time Out Japan | Top 10 Must-Visit Spots in Japan Right Now

'Top 10 Must-Visit Spots in Japan Right Now'

Curated by the Time Out Tokyo editorial team based on the latest trends, this list features newly opened venues and cultural hotspots, offering fresh discoveries for both travelers and locals alike.

The Japanese and English editions of 'Time Out Japan Magazine' will be distributed free of charge at major commercial facilities, airports, hotels, and 'Time Out Market Osaka' across Japan. All articles will also be available on the website and digital editions from the release date. Don’t miss it.

Publication Overview

Title: Time Out Japan Magazine

Release Date: June 30, 2026

Format: Tabloid (full color)

Languages: Japanese and English editions

Print Run: 2,000 copies (Japanese), 20,000 copies (English)

Frequency: Bi-monthly (planned)

Price: Free distribution

Publisher & Editor: Time Out Tokyo, ORIGINAL Inc.

Distribution Locations: Major urban commercial facilities, airports, hotels, tourist information centers, cafes, Time Out Market Osaka, and more across Japan

Digital Editions: Available in both Japanese and English

About Time Out

Founded in London in 1968 as a city guide, Time Out has gained popularity for its locally curated editorial approach. It now operates in 350 cities across 59 countries and 14 languages, maintaining a unique position as a globally recognized brand with deep local roots.

About Time Out Tokyo

Since launching in 2009, Time Out Tokyo has operated as a bilingual (Japanese and English) media platform, covering Tokyo and destinations across Japan through a unique editorial lens. Its fusion of local and global perspectives has earned strong support from both domestic and international audiences.

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About Time Out Market

In 2014, Time Out transformed a 150-year-old public market in Lisbon, Portugal, into 'Time Out Market,' a massive food and cultural marketplace. By 2019, it had become Lisbon’s #1 destination, attracting around 4.3 million visitors annually. That same year, under the concept of 'Best of the city under one roof,' Time Out Markets opened in five cities: Miami, Chicago, Montreal, Brooklyn, and Boston. In April 2021, the first Middle Eastern location opened in Dubai, and in March 2025, 'Time Out Market Osaka' launched as the first Asian outpost, quickly becoming a daily hotspot.

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