@‌ajishiokun on InstagramIf you’re looking for a glimpse of Japan’s rich cultural heritage, consider a visit to one of the many historic post towns along on the Nakasendo Ro… Read More

The surrounding region of Tokyo has much more to offer than just the metropolis. One way to experience its rich history and cultural heritage is by traveling along the historic Kaido routes… Read More

Giza Road: The ancient Egyptians created many wondrous things, not least of which were the pyramids. Even today archaeologists and historians debate precisely how they were built. These e… Read More

The South Pacific – have an aquatic adventures from the shark full of waters of Cocos Island to the tranquility of a coral reef within the South Pacific. You will positively find that… Read More

Advertorial Central Japan is home to some of Japan’s best-known traditional culture and crafts, with many places offering you the chance to experience it first-hand. One such p… Read More

In Gunma (群馬県), beneath the forest canopy halfway up a great mountain, we ascended an ancient stone staircase, crumbling from the weight of time and the thousands of fee… Read More

Situated in the west of the Japanese Alps, in the north of Gifu prefecture, the Hida (飛騨) region is home to many fascinating facets of traditional Japan. Its most famous buildi… Read More

15.00 USDThis is an "Ema". "Ema" are small wooden plaques on which Shinto worshippers write their prayers or wishes. The ema are then left hanging up at the shrine, where the kami (spirits o… Read More

Before you jetset off to a beach somewhere to escape the cold, hear me out: Japan is a great winter destination. And not just because you can ski (although you could combine sightseeing with… Read More

Sponsored by Karuizawa Tourist Association   Spectacular art, exquisite nature and strong historical vibes; Karuizawa has it all. You’d be hard pressed to find a dest… Read More

Asia offers a multitude of exciting and diverse opportunities for active travellers to get their sweat on - and not just because of the tropical climate. Whether you want to feel far away fr… Read More

Traveling to a new country is always tricky, but there are lots of logistics to figure out if you’re bringing small children along. Contributing writer and family travel expert Margot… Read More

Strap in, it’s rant-o’clock…Japan has a bit of a neurotic attitude to tattoos. The history of tattooing goes back a long way, possibly 10,000 years to the Jomon period, bu… Read More