Monocle on Sunday Global round-up: London, Tokyo and New Delhi
Nov 9, 2025
Vincent McAviney, a seasoned political correspondent, and Isabel Hilton, founder of China Dialogue, join to dissect pressing global issues. Tyler Brûlé shares insights from Tokyo on hospitality trends and the impact of overtourism. Lindy Prickett reports on New Delhi's severe winter smog and its effects on citizens. The guests delve into India’s pivotal role at COP30, highlighting its renewable ambitions, while discussing international trade tensions. They also touch on the implications of Donald Trump's cognitive state on leadership.
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Ryokan Revival Near Mount Fuji
- Tyler Brûlé described staying at Gora Kadan, a modern ryokan near Mount Fuji, to illustrate Japanese hospitality traditions updated for international guests.
- He contrasted original ryokan quirks with thoughtful design elements like sight lines, lighting and mature landscaping that create serene arrival experiences.
Field Reporting As Collective Effort
- Tyler recalled his first major reporting trip via a scramble of correspondents in Abidjan and an industry culture of communal coordination at dinner.
- He described experienced journalists dividing work and sharing lines to cover complex stories efficiently.
Rediscover Music Locally
- Tyler recommended rediscovering music by turning on local radio, visiting CD shops and listening to local TV when travelling.
- He said these low-tech steps are the best ways to find fresh regional tracks and revive listening habits.