Japan
Head for Japan this January
Dating back to the 12th century, Toh-shiya is an archery contest which takes place at the Sanjusangen-do Temple in Kyoto, Japan.
Unique tour of Japan for Bonsai enthusiasts
Specialist operator, Japan Journeys is offering a unique tour for Bonsai enthusiasts in February 2011.
Japan's cultural treasures: Takayama Spring Festival
Cox & Kings is launching a special one-off departure of its popular group tour Japan's Cultural Treasures to experience the colourful Takayama Spring Festival and see the stunning cherry blossom.
Haneda holidays with British Airways
British Airways is to launch a new route to Haneda in Japan in a push to open up the domestic Japanese market to UK travellers.
Hotel Okura Tokyo supports the Arts
The prestigious five-star Hotel Okura Tokyo has been actively involved in supporting the Arts for the last 15 consecutive years, through its annual hosting of the Charity Art Collection, monthly hotel lobby concerts and its exceptional contribution to various charitable initiatives.
Hotel Okura Tokyo hosts World Gardening Fair
From 1 – 5 May, 2010 green fingered guests at the Hotel Okura Tokyo will be able to step into a floral tribute from 10 different countries when the hotel hosts the 11th Annual World Gardening Fair within its walls.
Enjoy the delights of Tokyo, even before you arrive
In celebration of the launch of Emirates’ new non-stop service to Tokyo on 28th March, the award-winning airline has pulled out all the stops to ensure that its passengers enjoy a truly Japanese experience, even before they have arrived at Narita International Airport.
Okura takes Japanese cuisine to Shanghai Expo
From 1 May - 31 October 2010, Shanghai will be on the world stage as it hosts Expo 2010, themed 'Better City, Better Life' encapsulating the global desire for better urban living worldwide.
London to host ‘Tokyo Day’ this January
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has announced Tokyo Day to be held at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in London on January 30th and 31st 2010.
Take a gourmet tour of Japan
Specialist tour operator Japan Journeys is celebrating the news that Tokyo has leaped ahead of Paris as the city with the most Michelin-starred restaurants, by running its first ever Gourmet Tour of Japan in May 2010. Japan Journeys is the first tour operator to offer a specialist gastronomic tour of Japan.
Cruise the Far East in style in 2010
Sail in style through the East China and Yellow Seas on board the five-star plus MS Europa – the flagship of Hapag-Lloyd Cruises and the top cruise ship in the world according to the 2010 Berlitz Guide to Cruising – with an upgrade offer worth in excess of £1500 per person from specialist cruise agent, The Cruise People.
Emirates shines bright in ‘the land of the rising sun’
Seven years since launching operations to Osaka, Emirates has unveiled plans to launch direct services to Tokyo – Japan’s capital city and one of the world’s foremost economic centres.
Niseko officially opens on piste and off
Heavy snowfalls over the past couple of days have primed Niseko's powdery slopes for the much-anticipated season opening.
Around the world in 80 fays for Children in Need
The Adventure Company is supporting this year's Children in Need campaign by donating £5 for every one of its adventure tours booked to destinations featured in the new celebrity BBC series Around the World in 80 Days.
Travel Indochina goes back to the future
Leading Asia specialist, Travel Indochina has announced the launch of its latest Small Group Journeys brochure. Focusing on its area of specialism - Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos – and now expanding further into India, Thailand, China and Japan, the tours featured in the 2010/11 brochure are better value than ever.