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Adam Cooper

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Vending machines outside Osaka Castle, Japan.

When it comes to convenient food and drink options, Japan is the king

Japan is justifiably regarded as a gourmet delight, but the country is also a world leader in culinary convenience, with the humble vending machine.

  • Adam Cooper
Capsule hotels are a quirky and cheap accommodation option, dotted all over Japan.

A cheap night in Tokyo: My entire family stayed in a capsule hotel

You won’t get room service or cool, crisp sheets in a capsule hotel. Instead, the concept is quirky, convenient, clean and cheap, for a good sleep in return.

  • Adam Cooper