Depopulation in Japan’s countryside shows biodiversity declines even when people leave, urging smarter land use to protect ...

Dotting a remote village in western Japan, a population of life-sized dolls outnumber actual humans 10 to one, a result of depopulation that has affected areas throughout the Prefectures. To help ...

Planning a trip across Europe? These 6 countries offer the most scenic train journeys. From snowy Alps to Tuscan vineyards, these are the best spots for a rail holiday across Europe.

Japan on Friday set a target of creating 10,000 jobs in areas other than Tokyo over the three years through fiscal 2027 by ...

Before I even knew much about Fukuoka, I knew I wanted to explore Kyushu’s green, rural countryside. Fukuoka just happened to ...

There’s no denying that social media has an outsize influence on the movements of the modern traveller, but on my most recent visit to Japan to research the Kyoto edition ...

Commune is inspired by the nature and beauty of Somerset’s countryside. Here, the founders reveal more about how it has grown from a corner of bucolic England ...

Experience Japan's rainy season charm with lush landscapes, vibrant hydrangeas and serene indoor attractions—perfect for a ...

The more I visit the inaka "countryside" of Japan, the more I wonder about how these areas will weather the ageing and depopulation trends. Fortuitously, this project — which is sponsored by the ...

I could've avoided several travel mistakes if I'd known about Japan's slipper etiquette and unspoken train rules before I ...