Once a famous red-light district, the Tokyo ward of Taito is now a quaint and tranquil area, less heavily frequented by ...

THE roots of Japanese-Philippine friendship can be traced nearly seven decades ago, when diplomatic relations between the two ...

A great exchange rate, ChatGPT, and kimono-wearing bros have turned Kyoto into the loveliest tourist trap on earth.

From sizzling yakitori to matcha lattes and handmade clay earrings, small businesses brought cuisine, creativity and culture ...

THE soft glow of hundreds of lanterns illuminated Penang's Bon Odori celebration, giving this year's event at the Esplanade a ...

Why you should get out of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka: too crowded, too expensive and not what people think. Here’s where to go in ...

Japan’s one of those places where every season feels like a whole different experience—blossoms in spring, blazing leaves in autumn, snow-covered temples in winter, and buzzing festivals in summer. So ...

Travelers can take the Meitetsu from Nagoya directly to Meitetsu Gifu Station and then transfer to a bus to reach the site.

Coordinators for international relations from around the world are responsible for international exchange activities across ...

1. Landmark Tower Observation Deck. A trip to Yokohama would not be complete without visiting the Landmark Tower's ...

After all the beer garden pints, small plates dinners on trendy terraces, day festivals and M&S picky bits picnics, there’s ...

A ryokan in the sky? It sounds an unlikely prospect but Japan always delivers intriguing surprises. Who would expect ­tatami ...