Solo travel is a rewarding experience that fosters independence, confidence, and unforgettable memories. Whether you're ...

In an era where solo travel is no longer an outlier but a rite of passage, knowing where to go can make all the difference. Whether you're after cultural experiences, peaceful moments alone, or the ...

New York, United States of America, June 2025 – United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Executive Director Ms. Ghada Waly ...

In Kyoto’s narrow, historic streets ... Officers also began distributing English-language leaflets outlining Japanese traffic laws at major sightseeing locations. “The top priority is making ...

Conveniently, Wazuka is an easy day trip from Kyoto: It’s an hour-long drive from the city. But also, because this is Japan, public transportation is also a viable option. You can get to the ...

To see just how varied acts of customer harassment can get, let’s take a look at a recent arrest in Kyoto ... It’s true that Japanese news reports often clearly state if a suspect is a member of an ...

KYOTO (Kyodo) -- A Chinese tourist was slashed ... who was visiting one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan as part of a group tour, was taken to hospital with a non-life-threatening ...

The leader of a Japanese crime syndicate who is based in the Philippines and wanted in Japan for theft has been arrested, immigration authorities said. The "JP Dragon" gangster syndicate, led by Ryuji ...

Japan is one of a number of east Asian countries grappling with falling birth rates and an aging population. South Korea and China have fought for years to encourage families to have more children.

The Kyoto cold brew, made using the traditional Kyoto-style slow-drip method, is a standout. Originating centuries ago in Japan, this technique involves water slowly passing through coffee grounds ...

But food inflation may not allow the BOJ to pause on rate hikes for too long. Japanese firms plan to hike prices for 1,932 food and beverages in June, triple the number from a year ago ...

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba visited the Maritime Self-Defense Force's Maizuru base in Kyoto Prefecture on Sunday to inspect vessels. Ishiba also talked with officials of Japan Marine United ...