Launched in November 2013 with the vision of “The Guide to a Better Life,” &Premium is a Japanese lifestyle magazine for readers who value refined, comfortable, and intentional everyday living. Rooted in Japan’s attention to detail and appreciation for simplicity, it explores fashion, interiors, daily essentials, beauty, food, travel, and culture through a calm, considered lens.

In an age of constant information, the quiet act of reading feels more meaningful than ever. Time for Reading, &Premium’s October 2025 issue, celebrates the joy of slowing down with books, exploring readers’ daily habits, personal bookshelves, and treasured titles, from memorable words to life shaping manga. It is an invitation to rediscover the value of unhurried reading and the pleasure of finding a truly good book.