Basic Japanese Etiquette [Infographic]

Located off the eastern coast of Russia, the Kuril Islands are the definition of the word “untamed.” Stretching 700 nautical miles in an arc from...

Last year the big news in travel was the negative impacts mass tourism had on beloved destinations such as Barcelona, Venice, and Scotland’s Isle...

Located east of India in Southern Asia, Myanmar was isolated from the rest of...

In the land of major metropolises and futuristic technology, there is still an oasis of calm and nature. Away from overcrowded subways, robot...

Bento boxes hail from Japan and first hit the scene around the 16th century, used by travelers and working folks who didn't have time for meals. A...

A teacher and writer, Kim Jane Saunders is a graduate of international politics and history, and holds a master's degree in education. She has...

Welcome to Hokkaido, the wild side of Japan. The northernmost island in the Japanese archipelago is a place where trees outnumber skyscrapers, and...

Mark Brazil developed his fascination with the natural world, especially birds and mammals, during his boyhood in the landlocked English county of...

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Japan has an efficient public transportation network, especially within metropolitan areas and between the large cities. Japanese public...