From the must-see locations to the most frequently asked questions, our guide has all you need to plan your next visit.

A riverside gem in eastern Tokyo, Ojima blends serene parks, cherry-lined waterways, lively shotengai, and a vibrant ...

Shijo-dori is the main shopping hub in Kyoto. It offers up lots of the big brands, and the iconic Japanese department stores Daimaru and Takashiyama (I picked up another Commes des Garçon tee in ...

In 1946, anthropologist Ruth Benedict published The Chrysanthemum and the Sword: Patterns of Japanese Culture. The American government had tapped her as a researcher during World War II to help better ...

Tokyo deals in specifics, not generalities. This isn't a city that reveals itself in sweeping panoramas but in momentary glimpses: the businessman who carries a Hello Kitty handkerchief, the ancient ...

Tokyo is full of amazing shopping destinations, but what do you do with your bags? Don't neglect this luggage storage ...

Dreaming of your first Japan trip? Let me show you exactly how to plan a trip to Tokyo like a pro! This post about how to plan a trip to Tokyo for the first time was written by family travel expert ...

PhilSTAR L!fe’s travel guide is a tribute to the destinations that hold a special place in the hearts of Pinoy travelers. We’re going beyond the familiar landmarks of Hong Kong, Singapore, Korea, and ...