Defined by its four corners — St James’s Palace, The Ritz, Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square — this grand and historic area of central London is best known for its art community and menswear credentials. But as a champion of independent retail in all its guises, it is increasingly finding new favour with those of us who question modern ideas of quality and value. [stjameslondon.co.uk](http://www.stjameslondon.co.uk)
A place to draw strength for devotees of contemporary illustration
London's oldest royal park
This chic Japanese restaurant has incredible interiors by architect Kengo Kuma with bamboo that climb the walls like a futuristic forest. The haute-cuisine level of Japanese food, dishes too are little sculptural marvels and a modern take on traditional kaiseki. Sake bar, Ni Ju San, has an extensive sake collection, and hosts sake and umeshu — traditional plum wine — appreciation classes for those who like to learn as they drink.
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