Tokyo
Things have changed when it comes to payment methods in the Land of the Rising Sun.

Thank COVID for making one aspect of travelling in Japan much easier

Until recently Japan was still a very much cash-only society,where even restaurant bills of hundreds of dollars would have to be settled with cold,hard currency.

  • byBen Groundwater
The Tokyo Toilet project has taken the design of public toilets to a whole other level.

Japan’s toilets are amazing,but Tokyo’s public loos are next level

Public bathrooms aren’t usually stars of travel itineraries,but The Tokyo Toilet scheme’s facilities deserve to be.

  • byLee Tran Lam
The terrace.
★★★½
Hotel reviews

A relaxed haven in the heart of Tokyo’s most vibrant neighbourhood

When you imagine what Tokyo is like,there’s a good chance you’re thinking of this location. This new hotel offers respite from the hustle and bustle.

  • byCraig Platt
New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido.
★★★★½
Airport reviews

This cramped,daggy airport is my new favourite

This isn’t a flashy,modern airport,and it doesn’t have many exciting facilities,but I love New Chitose with all of my stomach and heart.

  • byBen Groundwater
Tokyo.
Opinion
Japan

Businesses charging foreigners more than locals? So they should

Some Japanese businesses are controversially charging tourists more than locals. Here’s why I have no problem with that.

  • byBen Groundwater
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Himeji Castle.

Six times more:Call for higher prices for foreigners amid Japan tourism boom

A mayor suggesting tourists should pay up to six times more than locals to enter attractions is gaining support.

  • byAkemi Terukina
A Seoul kind of feeling... the bright lights of Sinchon,Seoul.

The next Japan:The hot new destination Aussies are flocking to

The number of Australians flocking to this exciting Asian country has surged 35 per cent compared to before the pandemic.

  • byChris Tharp
On the bullet train from Seoul to Busan.
★★★★
South Korea

First class is a bargain on this modern bullet train

If you’re a fan of Japan’s bullet trains,you’ll love exploring South Korea on board its version.

  • byKristie Kellahan
Australians are flocking to Japan in record numbers. The country is now our third most popular destination.
Opinion
Japan

If it feels like everyone you know is going to Japan,it’s because they are

There’s a growing awareness that Japan is essentially on sale right now,thanks to a favourable exchange rate.

  • byBen Groundwater
Fujikawaguchiko
Opinion
Japan

Tourism is booming in Japan and the country is not handling it well

Japan needs to find better solutions to overtourism than simply blocking things off.

  • byGearoid Reidy