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Tokyo’s rich history began approximately five centuries ago, when the Shoguns moved their base from Kyoto to Tokyo. The new strategic position, originally named Edo, became the centre of politics and culture in Japan, and remained secluded from the rest of the world. During that time, distinctive types of...

“Your year abroad is what you make it” is a phrase often repeated by lecturers before their students embark on a semester, or a year, abroad. Whilst this sounds clichéd, upon starting a year abroad, everyone quickly learns that putting in the effort with the language and the culture...

The endlessly fascinating country that is Japan remains an enigma to most Western tourists, despite its ‘closed’ period ending in 1868. The etiquette, language and customs are as foreign as can be, yet the kind, polite and humble nature of the Japanese people mean that such stark cultural differences...

With English being a global language, spoken by 2 billion people, it is not surprising that the British have become complacent with their language capabilities. A sheer 61% of us can only hold a conversation in native English. But are there any benefits to learning a new language before...

Whether it’s chilling on the beach, trekking through the rainforest, searching for wild elephants or surfing on that perfect wave – Sri Lanka has something for everyone. It has a long and unique history, having been fought over for centuries before gaining its independence from the British in 1947....

Traditionally founded on the 21st April, 753 BC, Rome is a city filled with enough history and culture to make it a worth-while trip for anyone. With an Empire that lasted from 31 BC until 476 AD, the city itself is filled with ancient ruins from across the Imperial...

Fancy renting a private apartment in the heart of a foreign city? You must be joking; we students could never afford that, right?! Wrong. Accommodation phenomenon Airbnb has taken off, and it’s revolutionising travel virtually wherever your plane lands. For those of you who have somehow bypassed the hype...