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Inside Tokyo's mad world of geek maids
Men pay to be served drinks by young girls dressed as maids. It sounds seedy, but the reality is different.
Men pay to be served drinks by young girls dressed as maids. It sounds seedy, but the reality is different.
Larger seats, with a leg rest and adjustable footrest, makes sleep an easier proposition on this overnight flight.
Hiroyasu Kawate's Tokyo restaurant was given the One To Watch Award at Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2016.
Decisions, decisions. It's a big world out there, and it's begging to be explored. The question is: where do you go next?
This is a long-awaited trip without children. Any ideas for a a grown-up celebration in New York and Tokyo?
You need to see this attraction before it closes forever. And don't sleep in.
Jamie Lafferty recently explored all 47 prefectures, from untamed Hokkaido in the north to tropical Okinawa in the south. Here are his highlights from 100 days of adventure.
These are cities that are truly different. Where nothing makes sense. And travellers will love them.
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An exploding pinata, all colour and energy and promise, Tokyo is a love them or hate them type of city. Tackle the city's wildest nightlife in Shinjuku; drop by teenybopper haven in Harajuku; explore old town Tokyo in Asakusa; and hit the shops in Shibuya. Slide into the city's quiet cracks for a green tea late and some downtime; but remember there's no escaping this city's bright lights.