Japan

1. You'll feel more secure than in many places elsewhere. Japan ranks among the top ten safest countries in the world. Like many places elsewhere there are instances where an isolated incident gets blown out of proportion by the press…

Tokyo is one of the must visit places in Japan. What makes it better is that it’s a very kid-friendly place, containing lots of attractions and venues that can keep your young ones, and you, entertained for hours. National Museum of…

Japanese hotels, more popularly known locally as ryokan, came to popularity in the Edo Period. There are still many such establishments in Japan, most focusing with relaxation, hot springs and good Japanese food and drink. A visit to Japan…

Among the many things that Japan is famous for, one thing that stands out and visitors, both Westerners and Asians tend to overlook is Onsen. Onsen is a combination of bath etiquette which involves nudity (sometimes with the opposite sex)…

Cherry blossoms in Japan adds to the excitement of spring season as this special period sandwiched between the bitter winter months and the sweltering humid months in the summer offer a bit of magic as a blanket of white-pink hue stage a…

Many countries are exempt from applying for visa to visit Japan. But for citizens of certain countries, such as the Philippines, a visa is needed, even as entry to Japan has been relaxed that Philippine passport holders can now apply for…

Among Asia's distinctive attractions -- and one of its most sacred places -- are Buddhist temples. Visitors are expected to see several of them especially on trips to Southeast Asian countries particularly Thailand, Myanmar and Cambodia.…