As the world grapples with a global pandemic and environmental crises, many are reexamining their relationships with the objects around them. Guest Nagaoka Kenmei's belief in long-life design offers a way forward. He reevaluates the items that have been made for decades, and become an inextricable part of our everyday lives. Explore the beloved designs which have transcended generations.

The d47 MUSEUM in Shibuya, Tokyo showcases Japan's 47 prefectures, exploring their unique beauty and culture through regional designs. Guest Nagaoka Kenmei curated its Reverent Design exhibition. Today, he shows us around, explaining how the concept could shape our lives and craftsmanship going forward.

The rise in remote work and workations have led to massive changes in the relationship between our jobs and lives at home. Some have been inspired to reexamine their lifestyles and move from the city to the countryside. Designer Kobayashi Shinya connects craftsmanship and everyday life by reinvigorating local industry. Art director Hirose Kiyoharu works on social design projects that conserve local natural environments. They explore future possibilities for connecting work and home life.