Asia is a continent of contrasts—home to some of the largest population centers on the planet, and also some of the most remote reaches of modern civilization. Find a little bit of all of it here, and enjoy the journey along the way.

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Japan

Category Is: Dekotora

Once a blue collar, counter-culture movement, Japan's tricked out delivery trucks have woven themselves into mainstream lore.

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Singapore

Law List: Singapore's Gum Ban

Get the inside scoop on Singapore's sticky legislation as part of an ongoing series highlighting unique laws in popular travel destinations around the world.

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Pakistan

The Day They Cancelled Spring

Why did Lahore's colorful kites fall from the sky? A look at the rise and end of Pakistan's proudest festival.

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Hong Kong

Street Sense: King's Road, Hong Kong

Writer Sophie Lau takes a trip back to old Hong Kong and the city's most emblematic street, visiting grandma's favorite stops along the way.

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