At the last Pause Talk held at Cafe Pause Masao was lucky enough to meet designer of the newly released book Art Space Tokyo.

I am only now just finding the time to flip through the beautifully presented, fabric covered hard back. Impressive! Art Space Tokyo boasts over 50 illustrations. In shades of black they are reminiscent of sumi (Japanese ink) paintings. The detailed maps of various areas are clearly marked and make the task of finding spaces an easy one even for the map illiterate like myself.

Aside from its pleasing design, Art Space Tokyo gives an insight into the people as well as the places. Interviews with the art and space gurus are somewhat of a reading adventure and give a personal touch to the book. I especially like the interview with the Tokyo Art Beat trio.

Art Space Tokyo describes itself as an intimate guide to twelve of Tokyo's most exciting art spaces. I would describe it as a practical collection of smoothly designed maps, a personal guide to new places and a Tokyo pocket pal to be used again and again. I superb partner for all Tokyo dwellers and visitors.