Ten things you need to know about the Tokyo Olympics
From the robots, to the mascots, to the souvenirs; the 2020 Tokyo Olympics will be delightfully quirky.
Ancient rock carvings reveal remarkable tales
Rock carvings in spectacular Mongolian locations are remarkable records of ancient lives.
Up 335 per cent: Six reasons Aussies are flocking to Japan
Over the past 10 years, the number of Australians heading to Japan has grown more than 300 per cent.
How to make the most of Japan's cherry blossom season
The Japanese Buddhist concept of mono no aware, or the ephemeral nature of beauty, is embodied in the bloom of the cherry blossoms.
The best places in Japan to see cherry blossoms
Experience a broad and busy sampler of what Japan has to offer: castle ruins and temples, local cuisine and craft, samurai history and culture.
The Japanese city rescued by the Olympics
The 1964 Olympics were momentous in that they heralded Japan's re-emergence into the world community after the shame and disgrace of its World War II defeat.
The hidden world inside Japan kept secret from tourists (until now)
Holy mountains and samurai strongholds are among the secret attractions of Tohoku.
An easy, spacious Tokyo stay with a view of Mt Fuji
Shinjuku is the high-rise 24-hour beating heart of Tokyo and the newly-improved Keio Plaza Hotel still dominates the area.
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