Popeye #938 They say growing up isn't bad

POPEYE magazine is the 'Magazine for City Boys'. The founders printed this on the cover of the magazine when it debuted in 1976. What's a 'city boy'? The term doesn't appear in the dictionary and no expert panel could define it. So we felt we should explore every aspect of what this 'city boy' might be. After decades of debate, it still makes for a topic of lively discussion. It can be a style or a way of thinking. To get an idea of what makes a city boy, read POPEYE magazine.

Popeye – Issue 938: They say growing up isn't bad

City Boys who never grow up, no matter their age:

This month’s Popeye features a special issue on 'adulthood,' the first in about six years. We don't think age defines everything anymore. But saying, 'I never want to grow up!' can feel a bit uncomfortable, too. So, what even is an adult? Many City Boys and Girls are probably grappling with this question. For them, we've asked various mentors about the world of adulthood. Packed with 30 essential insights and perspectives for stepping onto the ladder of maturity, this issue covers the basics of suits, grooming, cocktails, the art of small talk, and gentlemanly etiquette inspired by literary giants. After reading this, you'll likely think, 'Maybe becoming an adult isn’t so bad after all.'

What is an adult?
- Joe Odagiri
- Kukkī!
- Nobuhiko Kitamura
-Nobuhiko Takada
- Motoharu Sano

My First Steps Towards Adulthood
Hairstyle & Shoes / Set Up / Watch / Accessory / Shopping / Bespoke / Glasses / Suit / Dark Suit / My Way / Daily Wear / Essentials / London / Role Model / Etiquette / Diary / Osamu Hashimoto / Book / Gift / Perfume / Grooming / Rakugo / Talk / Cocktail / Table Manners / Dialogue / Shop / Ginza / Routine / Career

Interviews
- Seiichi Ito × Yusuke Santamaria
- Tadanobu Asano

- Popeye Magazine is in Japanese

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