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Hanoi

The Vietnamese capital is a hotbed of culture—if you can dodge the traffic

Shanghai

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on April 2010 Shanghai Expo 2010 [...]

Narai

Tradition meets modernity on an ancient highway in Nagano Prefecture

Seoul

Enjoy the sights, sounds—and tastes—of the South Korean capital

Nagano Korean Elementary and Junior High School

Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on March 2010 Name: Nagano Korean [...]

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.