Travel
North Korea
The hermit kingdom is one of the most fascinating places on Earth—assuming you can get in
Complimentary Helicopter
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on February 2010Getting out to Narita [...]
Russia Mura
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on February 2010 Name: Russia Mura [...]
Mt. Mitake
Get away from it all—and enjoy the year’s first blossom—on the outskirts of Tokyo.
Tighter Security Measures
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on January 2010If you’re traveling to [...]
Nebukawa
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on January 2010 The trees hang [...]
Otaru
The former herring capital is now home to Hokkaido’s other snow festival
Cocos Islands
The Australian Maldives offer an antidote to civilization
Hatada Transformer Substation
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on January 2010 Name: Hatada Transformer [...]
Local Treasures
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on January 2010 Since Yukio Hatoyama [...]
Fujiya Hotel
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on December 2009 When the young [...]
Inujima Refinery
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on December 2009 Name: Inujima Refinery [...]
Danshui
The historical town is a short ride from Taipei—and a world away
The Luxe Asian Grand Tour Box
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on December 2009 Here’s the perfect [...]
Honshu’s Holy Hotels
Simon Rowe seeks serenity and a satisfying meal alongside the monks of Koya-san.
Block Party
Renowned for its legendary temples and manicured gardens, Kyoto is one of Japan's top tourist destinations. Simon Rowe steps off the beaten path and delves into the ancient city's more charming corners.
Water’s Edge
Old-world fishing villages, a cast of crusty characters, and Japan's best octopus make Seto Inland Sea the place for epicures and adventurers. Simon Rowe sets sail.
Peaks and Valleys
Stephen Mansfield ventures into the picturesque calderas of Kyushu's Aso-Kuju National Park.
PEPY
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on November 2009 PEPY (Protect the [...]
Wallpaper* City Guide Osaka
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on November 2009 After producing guides [...]
Yamadera
The mountain temple complex is enough to bring the bard out in anyone
Seigoshi Mine
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on November 2009 Name: Seigoshi Mine [...]
Nikko
Swap the tourist trail for the open road
Nicchitsu Mine Hospital
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on October 2009 Name: Nicchitsu Mine [...]
Geibikei and Hiraizumi
Temples and gorges jostle for attention in Iwate Prefecture
Three Camel Lodge
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on October 2009 Luxurious accommodation is [...]
Palau
Heaven in the Pacific... weather permitting
Kawasaki Fish Market
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on September 2009 A nice sense [...]
Kasumigaura Branch Hospital
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on September 2009 Name: Kasumigaura Branch [...]
Garden Party
Find some little-known green spots in central Tokyo
One Night in Koza
The birthplace of Japanese hard rock still kicks ass
Singapore
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on August 2009 Sure, the seven-hour [...]
Katsuura
Get your sun and surf without the crowds in eastern Chiba
Narita Airline Connection Service
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on August 2009Let’s face it: getting [...]