Code Kurkku this is love.

When a musician and record industry entrepreneur collaborates with some of the best to create an urban space, with restaurants, bars, lush landscaping and live music, the result is sublime. In Yoyogi Village, Code Kurkku is the cherry on top.

Entering the village at night is magical. The lush palms, fragrant garden, candle light and music will draw you in.

Once inside the dramatic interiors will have you looking to the roof almost immediately – to the soaring ceilings and captivating lighting detail. The architecture and interiors are sleek perfection. Marvel at the horizontal garden, then turn left for the chic music bar, right for dinner, or both in succession!

We experienced immaculate service, warm with flawless attention to detail. The meal was lovely, complemented by a satisfying fine wine selection, and the live orchestra during dinner was just breathtaking.

Thank you Takeshi Kobayashi. This is love.

JW xo

Environmentalism and the hipster set. Tokyo does it best.

The Yoyogi Village is nestled away in an indescript side street. At first it appears to be quite a random selection of artisan stores, with a bakery, a coffee shop and a bar or two.

Every detail of this eco-conscious village was overseen by Takeshi Kobayashi, collaborating with Shinichi Osawa. Far from random – everything from the architecture, the landscaping and the interiors, is curated.

The abundant and wild landscaping, the handiwork of Seijun Nishihata, counters the shipping containers, mesh wire and glass used for the structure of the village. Huge trees, cascading hydrangeas, tall grasses and palms: the space is immersed in nature.

By day it’s a relaxed ramble of flowers, trees and artists. By night it turns into a magical escape, with musical and culinary delights on offer (see JW article Code Kurkku this is love).

It’s an inspired idea, incredibly smart use of space, light and landscaping. The concept gives the eco-unfriendly alternatives a run for their money.