September Switch - special feature on NZ

Date Published: 13 September 2011

The cover of Switch's September issue featuring New Zealand.

In the September issue of Switch, a leading Japanese lifestyle and culture magazine, a 32-page write up features New Zealand in all its beauty.

Led by Air New Zealand, and supported by Tourism New Zealand (TNZ), an 8-page pullout guidebook on New Zealand's top spots was also included in the magazine.

Iconic New Zealand scenery shots alongside TNZ's campaign imagery promoted New Zealand as a fun destination, with comments like "come over and play" accompanying many of the images.

A Japanese artist, Seitaro Kuroda - famous for his live painting performances, is on the cover of the magazine and is the leading figure of the New Zealand feature story covering his travels through Queenstown, Christchurch and Lake Tekapo in the South Island. Chie Morimoto, another famous Japanese artist, visited the North Island, travelling to Paihia, Hokianga and Auckland. The two very different artists' stories complement each other and offer readers a compelling and engaging experience of New Zealand. 

The 8-page insert featured a New Zealand touring map and must-visit trip recommendations for New Zealand.

With a circulation of over 100,000, Switch magazine is a high profile lifestyle and culture publication in Japan.

Check it out below.