Fast Retailing this week has unveiled its fourth global flagship store for Uniqlo in Japan. This marks a return for the clothing brand to a major Tokyo shopping district, where it had closed an outlet in 2022. The new store, scheduled to open October 25, is in Shinjuku, one of the busiest commercial districts in … Read more
Visitors to Tokyo and Kyoto might not realise it, but Osaka – one of Japan’s biggest and oldest cities, known more as a business hub than a tourist destination – is gearing up to host next year’s World Expo. The city has been plastered with the expo’s red-and-blue “Myaku-Myaku” mascot for months and is abuzz … Read more
It is a searing 34 degrees Celsius (93 degrees Fahrenheit) in Hong Kong on the day we meet, but Gokan’s interior is invitingly cool. Past the vintage-American-style brick facade there are subtle nods to Hong Kong’s bing sutt (traditional-style cafes) in the front salon, while other elements are inspired by Japanese culture, such as the … Read more
Kansai International Airport has maintained an astonishing record of never losing customer luggage since it opened in September 1994. This remarkable achievement has earned the airport the title of the world’s best baggage handler on eight occasions. Situated in the centre of Osaka Bay on an artificial island, Kansai International Airport serves as the main … Read more
Often overshadowed by its more famous neighbour, one Japanese city is a beautiful seaside gem that deserves a spot on every traveler’s itinerary. Nestled along the northern coast of Osaka Bay, Kobe offers a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture, making it an enchanting destination that stands out on its own … Read more
Now, Osaka is one of a number of cities across Japan that is working with government ministries and private travel and health companies to attract people wanting to combine cutting-edge medical treatments with a recuperative holiday. A Japanese doctor checks an MRI. Photo: Getty Images Other destinations with initiatives designed to similarly appeal to foreign … Read more
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