Destinations

1 November 2025
Walks along the ramparts of Galle, in southern Sri Lanka, offer sweeping views of the sea. (All photos by Kalpana Sunder)
Jinjiang Inn is one of many brands operated by China's largest hotelier, Jin Jiang International. (Photo by Kohei Fujimura) 
Travel & Leisure

China hotel chains eye Southeast Asia, with Jin Jiang to open 180 locations

Chinese travelers and businesses in region spur sector's expansion plans

22 October 2025
Gliding through the turquoise waters off Kei Kecil, one of the many jewels among Indonesia’s Maluku Islands. (All photos by Kit Yeng Chan)
Destinations

Untamed Maluku: An odyssey in Indonesia's 'forgotten' provinces

Encounter history, aquamarine seas and volcanoes in the former Spice Islands

19 October 2025
Installation view of work by Japanese artist Izumi Kato at Aichi Triennale 2025. Operating under the theme "A Time Between Ashes and Roses," this year's event brings together 61 artists from Japan and abroad. (Photo by Kim Kahan)
Arts

Art and politics intertwine at Japan's Aichi Triennale

Notes and impressions from one of Asia's largest contemporary art festivals

18 October 2025
Pendulum Clock, a gin-focused bar in Osaka’s Kitashinchi district, reimagines 18th-century British satirist William Hogarth’s home as a secret gin lounge. (Photo by Melinda Joe)
Eat & Drink

Five places to taste Osaka's cocktail renaissance

A new generation of bartenders brings global flair and local culture to Japan's party capital

12 October 2025
Kolhapur is famous for its unique food culture, perhaps best represented by the western Indian city's many "khanavals" -- family-run restaurants that serve authentic, homestyle food. (All photos by Veidehi Gite)
Eat & Drink

Exploring Kolhapur, an Indian culinary jewel

Family-run 'khanaval' eateries serve up plenty of nostalgia

11 October 2025
A boy sells balloons at Ujong Blang Beach in Lhokseumawe, Indonesia, during Eid al-Fitr in May 2022, the holiday that marks the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
Destinations

Footloose in Lhokseumawe: Hitting the beach in Aceh

Indonesia's most religiously conservative province is full of surprises

5 October 2025
The Garden for Appreciating Clouds at Kozenji Temple in Nagano prefecture. In "The Modern Japanese Garden," author Stephen Mansfield brings deep knowledge and infectious enthusiasm to the subject, making it accessible even to newcomers. (All photos by Stephen Mansfield)
Books

Books: How Japan got its unique gardening culture

Stephen Mansfield's 'The Modern Japanese Garden' celebrates the deceleration of time

2 October 2025
Colorful murals by local and international artists fill the alleys of Bangkok's Chinatown, creating open-air galleries of culture and creativity. One such artist is Jecks, whose works are pictured here at left and far right. (All photos by Arundhati Hazra except where indicated)
Arts

A stroll through Bangkok's street art scene

Graffiti and surreal portraits are adding color to the city's walls

28 September 2025
Spotted deer roam openly inside Mumbai's Sanjay Gandhi National Park in April 2022. Covering 87 square kilometers, India’s only national park within city limits is home to an astonishing array of flora and fauna. 
Destinations

Exploring Mumbai's 'secret' green oases

From sea slugs to leopards, the city's wild side is hiding in plain sight

27 September 2025
Fueki Syoyu Brewing renovated an old storehouse into a gift shop and workshop space called Edo Gura. (Photos by Natsuki Asano)
Travel & Leisure

Soy sauce brewer welcomes foreign tourists to Japan's Saitama

Fueki's renovated storehouse offers unique visitor experiences

21 September 2025
People gather near Chiang Mai's Tha Phae Gate, a historic landmark that once served as a main entrance to the Old City and still features remnants of the northern Thai city's ancient defensive walls.
Destinations

Footloose in Chiang Mai: Two days in the 'Rose of the North'

Thailand's fifth-largest city is a peaceful contrast to the bustle of Bangkok

21 September 2025
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Life

All fired up: Inside Malaysia's Hungry Ghost Festival

Colorful annual event delivers both drama and symbolism

20 September 2025
(Photo by Ken Suzuki)
Destinations

The 10 best-preserved historic townships in Japan

Despite tourist crowds, these communities retain a way of life that is centuries old

14 September 2025
A cruise ship sits at anchor in scenic Ha Long Bay, one of Vietnam's nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites. (All photos by Ron Emmons except where indicated) 
Destinations

A tour of Vietnam's World Heritage Sites

UNESCO adds country's ninth site at its meeting in Paris

7 September 2025
With its numerous academic institutions, growing job market and mild climate, Pune has evolved into one of India's most livable and cosmopolitan cities. 
Destinations

Footloose in Pune: A quieter alternative to Mumbai

Historic city in India's Maharashtra state is also an innovation hub

6 September 2025
The Standing Buddha at Wat Khao Noi in Nan, northern Thailand, where Highway 101 passes about 150 kilometers from the border with Laos. (All photos by Ron Emmons)
Destinations

Highway 101: The route to understanding Thailand

This rural road trip combines fun with history and culture

24 August 2025
These human-made karsts in Singapore's Mandai Wildlife Reserve replicate the natural environment of the Francois' langur, a species of monkey found primarily in northern Vietnam. (Photo by Mavis Teo)
Destinations

On safari in Singapore's expanding wildlife haven

The sprawling Mandai reserve has more attractions than ever

23 August 2025
Mojiko Station is part of the Mojiko Retro historic waterfront district in the city of Kitakyushu. (Photo by Ken Suzuki)
Destinations

10 of Japan's best retro train stations

Experience rail history at these ultralocal spots

16 August 2025
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15 August 2025
Gaurav Gautam, a retired Indian Navy captain, and his wife, Vaidehi Chitnavis, make their way to Port Blair, India, in March aboard their sailboat, Reeva. (All photos courtesy of Gaurav Gautam and Vaidehi Chitnavis)
Life

Indian family trades land life for the open sea

Floating home runs on sunshine, seawater and a dream seven years in the making

9 August 2025
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Travel & Leisure

Inside Junglia Okinawa: A foreigner's take on Japan's newest theme park

My advice? Check the official website and prepare for prolonged sun exposure

3 August 2025
Drinks like the Nutmeg & Clove, left, Red Revival, center, and Pho-Resh showcase the diversity and ingenuity of Singapore's cocktail scene. (Source photos by Nutmeg & Clove, Jigger & Pony, Native)  
Eat & Drink

Seven standout Singapore cocktail bars

Globally ranked venues rival the best in London and New York

3 August 2025
Taipei's street-food scene alone makes the city worth visiting, but its bustling markets, diverse museums and close proximity to nature offer plenty more to explore beyond the plate. (All photos by Charukesi Ramadurai except where indicated)
Destinations

Footloose in Taipei: Taiwan's buzzing capital

Do not miss the history and culture of this multidimensional city

2 August 2025
Indonesia’s beloved fried rice takes many forms, ranging from a simple salted version to bold, Thai-inspired variations.
Destinations

In search of the real 'nasi goreng'

Indonesia's versatile national dish has surprising cultural roots

27 July 2025
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Life

Nepal charts a new course for Everest

First major rule changes in decades aim to curb overcrowding

26 July 2025
Visitors to the World Expo 2025 in Osaka are only expected to rise, pushing up accommodation prices. (Photo by Arisa Moriyama)
Travel & Leisure

Expo crowds lift Osaka hotel rates 30%-40%, with further rise expected

Surges outpace Tokyo and national average by double-digit percentage points

26 July 2025
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Podcast: News Roundup

Singapore's nature getaways and takeaways from Japan's election

Tune in to Nikkei Asia's podcast, bringing the region's key news to global listeners

25 July 2025
A mural marks the alley-side entrance to Rong Kopi, a favorite morning hangout for locals. (All photos by Zinara Rathnayake)
Destinations

Breakfast in Phuket: Five must-visit early morning eateries

Digging beneath the tourist gloss on Thailand's party island

20 July 2025
Bean pod–shaped "treehouse" villas at Singapore's Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree are designed to immerse guests in the natural surroundings. (Photo by Mayuko Tani)
Travel & Leisure

Singapore's new resort getaways blend comfort and nature

Banyan Tree, Raffles launch lush escapes just a short drive from the city center

19 July 2025