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WHAT’S ON THE FIRST ISSUE?

We did not dream of something mass-produced or quickly consumed.

We imagined a publication to be savoured, to be kept.

Here is what awaits you in our first issue:

Bespoke Design & Print Quality

With original illustrations and layouts by Tokyo-based designer Mehmet Çiftçi, this first issue is more than just a magazine in content. It is a collector’s item in form. We have partnered with a prestigious London print house known for producing some of the world’s most acclaimed independent magazines. The result: Mizanplas reaches its readers with exceptional print quality and a collectible touch.

A Glimpse into the Stories Inside:

🇯🇵 A First-Time Traveller’s Guide: Japan

“I am not in a new country. I have landed on another planet,” I told myself. These thoughts accompanied me as the taxi neared the hotel. Years later, while reading a book in a café in Niigata, I came across a line written by Isabella Bird, a traveller who explored Japan in the second half of the 19th century: “Japan offers as much novelty perhaps as an excursion to another planet.”

Through the eyes of a traveller who had no particular interest in Japan yet felt like stepping onto another planet on that first visit, this piece traces a journey steeped in the quiet of Kyoto’s streets, the neon glow of Tokyo, and a culture built around food. More than a guide, it is an invitation, to reflect, to slow down, to delight in getting lost…

🇪🇸 1 City, 3 Days: Madrid

As is often the case, migrants tend to open restaurants that reflect their native traditions. Thanks to these movements, Madrid has come to host an extraordinary range of cuisines. In this way, it is not so different from other cosmopolitan cities like New York. But there is a key distinction: Madrid (and Spain in general) is full of people who think about food around the clock, and who treat good ingredients as sacred. In a city where people sleep and wake with food on their minds, the chance to enjoy delicious meals paired with excellent wines at all price levels becomes part of daily life.

A story of transformation through a relationship with Madrid. What begins with distance slowly turns into a love affair with a city of tapas bars, wine-soaked tables, and a kind of hedonism woven into everyday life. This personal guide, stretching from Angelita to La Caníbal, offers more than suggestions. It opens the door to experiencing the city not as a tourist, but like a local.

🛢️ The New World of Sherry in Three Sessions

As our glasses gradually empty and the sun begins its descent, Ramiro’s voice drifts on like a melody in the background. This is not a winemaker chasing the latest trend. He is someone whose roots, like those of his vines, are firmly embedded in the bedrock of tradition. “You must find your own path,” he says, gently swirling his glass. “You must not follow trends. Fashions come and go, but what matters is the relationship you build with the vineyard, the land, and the people. I call that tradition. My father worked these vines with his hands. He did not use chemicals. He did not look for shortcuts. Today, they call it organic or biodynamic. Back then, it was simply how we lived.”

A wine revolution in Andalusia. Across three sessions, the writers bear witness to the new wave of Andalusian winemaking: an approach that moves beyond organic labels, rooted in tradition yet driven by innovation. Through intimate conversations with producers, this piece sheds light on both the memory of the land and the ideology of those who cultivate it.

🎶 The Jazz Kissa Phenomenon

Based on an interview with Katsumasa Kusunose, founder of one of the leading magazines focused on jazz kissa, this piece explores the magical world of Japan’s silent cafés and bars, spaces entered solely for the act of listening. Much like quietly sipping a special wine, this story is a gentle reminder of the value of listening, silence, and shared moments.

🍾 Mizanplas Wine Notes

An alternative tasting notes section created by two writers unafraid of getting lost in the complex universe of wine, and choosing to approach it from a deeply personal angle. In Mizanplas Wine Notes, you will not find technical evaluations. Instead, you will discover honest reflections, lingering questions, and at times, sentences filled with admiration for the wines they have encountered.

A Selection of Stories from the Issue

Note: These Turkish pages are shared for informational purposes. Their English counterparts will appear in the magazine in the same style.

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Final Word

Mizanplas is here to bring an independent, original, and experience-driven voice to the world of wine and gastronomy. With the support of its readers, it will become sustainable, free from the pressure of PR, and true to its spirit with honest, independent content.

By joining us on this journey, you can own the first issue, see your name in its pages, take part in exclusive gastronomic experiences, and be part of the birth of a collectible publication.

Because we are aiming to create a collectible magazine, every detail matters, from special paper selection and colour accuracy to cover craftsmanship and press proofs. These technical elements can take time, and small delays may occur.

Thank you in advance for your understanding (and cheers!).