Gentle Winds and Strong Hearts: The Quiet Wisdom of Okinawa
Editor’s Note At Escape Artist, our goal is to uncover the deeper rhythms of life around the world. This month, we launch a new series exploring the planet’s five official…
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The ultimate guide to relocating to Asia.
Our team of global experts offer advice on how taxes, immigration law, finances, real estate, and healthcare really work in Asian countries.
Our award-winning journalists share inspirational stories about those who have already made the move.
How Thailand Became My Home
I grew up in the 1950s and ’60s, the only child of older parents in the San Fernando Valley. My father was a banker before bankers made big money. We…
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Biking Beijing
If you would have told me, soon after I arrived in Beijing, that I’d ride a bike through the streets of China’s capital during rush-hour, I would’ve asked you what…
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The Unexpectedly Mundane: Surprising Boring Aspects of 30 Popular Tourist Destinations
When we daydream about globe-trotting, it’s usually with visions of sun-soaked beaches, picturesque snow-capped mountains, or the vibrant hustle of an exotic bazaar. Rarely do we imagine the overenthusiastic morning…
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My Favorite City in Japan – Yokohama
I’m a big fan of Asia, especially Japan, China, and Taiwan. I’ve always found Japan to be a vibrant and exciting country… and Yokohama is my favourite city in Japan.…
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An Interview with Pun Pasidparchya: Thailand Tourism and the COVID Impact
There is a deep human need to connect with community. Especially after the COVID impact has damaged so many lives in countless ways. In this interview with Pun Pasidparchya, we…
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What We Can Learn From Korea’s Response to Covid-19?
What We Can Learn From Korea’s Response to Covid-19? Korea’s response to Covid-19 has been a masterful display on what steps must be taken to protect a nation’s citizens both…
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7 Things You Need to Know Before Moving to Japan
7 Things You Need to Know Before Moving to Japan Moving to a new country, whether it be for work, with family, or otherwise, especially one as culturally different as…
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Japan, I Can!
Japan is an incredible country. Bursting with culture, beautiful landscape, and extraordinary cuisine, one should plan to spend at least a month exploring this island, despite its size. Japan has…
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5 Tips to Ease Your Transition After Moving to Japan
5 Tips to Ease Your Transition After Moving to Japan Moving can be an exciting time. Depending on why, there is a sense of adventure, or trepidation, perhaps both. Sometimes…
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