HERE’S one that’s not just for kicks. Japan’s subtropical southern islands are to stage Karate Day, the big annual event […]
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Sensational Shogun TV show inspires real-life tourism videos
NEWS that hit FX TV show Shogun has been renewed for another two seasons has been greeted with joy from […]
Thousands to join world’s biggest tug of war battle next week
IT is the contest that, quite literally, pulls in the crowds. The world’s biggest tug-of-war takes place next week, with […]
Amazing pictures of first official dive into Japan’s sacred gorge
THESE are remarkable pictures of the first ever dramatic dives into one of Japan’s most sacred sites – the beautifully […]
Giant hands stretching across the globe just reached Japan
WHEN you’re down and troubled, and you need a helping hand … take your cue from artist Saype, who’s reaching […]
Fiery finale to spectacular Spring Sagicho festival in Japan
THIS is the moment revellers set fire to a parade float and reduce it to a pile of ashes during […]
Mind-blowing magic in huge Osaka outdoor art extravaganza
HERE’S an eggs-ceptional attraction that’ll scramble your senses – and it’s not even Easter yet. It’s the latest installation from […]
Winged unicorns, elephants and cherry blossom in Japan
IT’S a bit of an old chestnut: when do you take the Christmas lights and decorations down? Traditionally, it’s after […]
Happy New Year – My favourite Heygo virtual postcards of 2022
MILLIONS of ‘postcard’ screenshot souvenir pictures are taken each year by users of online travel tour streamer Heygo – thanks […]
Wading through waves of light in Japan’s winter wonderland
THEY stand in the rolling waves, watching the boat come in on a blue sea of sparkling winter light – […]
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