Sea world

A grueling 25-hour boat ride ends in the idyllic island chain of Ogasawara

Train spotting

The Trans-Siberian Railway is an epic journey that begins right at Japan’s doorstep

In Praise of Slowness

Yunishigawa offers a leisurely glimpse into Japan's illustrious past

Block party

A guide to fun on the fringe at Hong Kong’s nightlife district of Lan Kwai Fong

The Middle Way

Andrew McHugh embarks on a timeless pilgrimage in Tokyo’s tranquil backyard.

The Simple Life

City slicker Matthew Reiss takes a breather along Shikoku’s Shimanto River.

The Lost World

In search of an ancient civilization swallowed by the sea, Carlo Niederberger plunges into the waters off Yonaguni.

Ask Mr. Movie Man

Faced with a bewildering plethora of new movie releases this Golden Week, self-indulgent Metropolis film critic Don Morton interviews himself.

Nature Trails

Hakkakuso in Tateyama offers a jumping-off point for cycling, swimming, and the well-preserved charm of Japanese fishing villages. Steve Trautlein heads to the coast.

High Tea

Cha and music have long been Nagasaki's two great passions. Simon Rowe hops on a tram to sample the Kyushu city's delights.

The Hill is Alive

Grab your coats and your wallets for a tour of the best of Osaka with local boy Simon Rowe.

Room at the Top

A new wave of luxury hotels is shaking up the industry in Tokyo like never before. Can they all survive? Chris Betros checks in.