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The Asian Diaries is your all-access pass to the culture, commerce, and creativity shaping the world’s most electrifying continent on TV, web & social media.

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It’s not an overstatement to say if you love gaming then Asia is where you need to be. theasiandiaries.com/gaming-n…
Gaming Nirvana: Asia’s Retro Arcade Revival

Gaming Nirvana: Asia’s Retro Arcade Revival

A Journey into Nostalgia and Innovation in the Heart of Asia’s Retro Arcade Scene The unmistakable electronic hum of a CRT monitor crackles to life, bathin

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AI is changing everything, so we all need a say. But some people are further behind than others. theasiandiaries.com/the-worl…
The World Bank Wants to Bring AI to Everyone. But the World Needs to First Get Online.

The World Bank Wants to Bring AI to Everyone. But the World Needs to First Get Online.

Launched in Seoul, a new global digital strategy aims to close the technology divide, create jobs and bring artificial intelligence within 

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The Star Ferry is about as intertwined with Hong Kong’s identity as Dim Sum. And here’s why. theasiandiaries.com/riding-t…
Riding the Star Ferry, I Fell in Love With Hong Kong Again

Riding the Star Ferry, I Fell in Love With Hong Kong Again

The morning air on Victoria Harbour tastes like salt and diesel — a scent that, to me, is the perfume of home. I’m sitting on the upper deck of the Star Fer

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Are gyms for working out or being seen? It turns out, it’s a little bit of both. theasiandiaries.com/i-joined…
I Joined a Luxury Gym in Bangkok for the Workouts. Then I Realized the Real Action Was in the Lobby.

I Joined a Luxury Gym in Bangkok for the Workouts. Then I Realized the Real Action Was in the Lobby.

I told myself I joined the gym because I was turning 29 and wanted better posture. That was the respectable answer. The answer you can say out loud. The m

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Mangos. That’s all. That’s what this article is about. theasiandiaries.com/mango-ma…
Mango Madness: Asia’s Most Beloved Fruit Is Having Its Moment in the Sun

Mango Madness: Asia’s Most Beloved Fruit Is Having Its Moment in the Sun

There are few things that announce the arrival of mango season in Asia quite like the first bite of a perfectly ripe mango. Sweet, fragrant, impossibly juicy an

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Every great trip starts with a soundtrack. theasiandiaries.com/my-playl…
My Playlist from My Two-Week Asian Trip

My Playlist from My Two-Week Asian Trip

Hi, I’m Suze Coleman, a musician and art lover from Manchester, U.K. I’ve just returned from a two-week trip to Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam, and it was one

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Look good, feel good. It’s simple. theasiandiaries.com/look-goo…
Look Good When You Travel

Look Good When You Travel

When it comes to travel, many people assume that comfort is key and prioritize their attire accordingly. While it's true that comfort is important, there are al

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A new place to dine in Pattaya. theasiandiaries.com/from-nik…
From Nikkei to Yakitori: DEN Brings Tokyo’s Izakaya Culture to Pattaya

From Nikkei to Yakitori: DEN Brings Tokyo’s Izakaya Culture to Pattaya

Pattaya’s dining scene is getting another taste of Japan, this time with a little more smoke, sake and late-night atmosphere. Meliá Pattaya Hotel is reinvent

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We get this... and you probably will too. theasiandiaries.com/the-erra…
The Errand as Escape

The Errand as Escape

There is a certain kind of errand that does not feel like a task. You leave the apartment with one small purpose: buy tea, pick up paper, choose ribbon, find

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There’s an interesting duality in the corporate world, as many still work primarily, or at least partially from home, but travel internationally for business. theasiandiaries.com/the-dich…
The Dichotomy Of Working From Home And Traveling For Business

The Dichotomy Of Working From Home And Traveling For Business

The landscape of work and travel is evolving, with remote and hybrid work models actually leading to an uptick in travel, as per a recent survey conducted among

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What to do for Halloween. theasiandiaries.com/hallowee…
Halloween Around Asia: A Multifaceted Carnival of Spirits

Halloween Around Asia: A Multifaceted Carnival of Spirits

Halloween, with its eerie charm and playful ghouls, has evolved into a global phenomenon. While it may have originated in the West, its spirit has transcended b

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Travel teaches us more about ourselves than the places we visit. At least if you’re doing it right. theasiandiaries.com/embracin…
Embracing the Heart of East Asia: A Journey of Discovery

Embracing the Heart of East Asia: A Journey of Discovery

We received this essay from a couple of first time travelers to East Asia. They were understandable touched by their experiences and wanted to share their learn

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This is a great story of entrepreneurial guts and a positive outlook. It’s inspiring and real. theasiandiaries.com/from-can…
From Canada to Asia: How 8E6 Is Bridging Two Worlds of Wellness

From Canada to Asia: How 8E6 Is Bridging Two Worlds of Wellness

With a formulation built around eight essential oils and a brand inspired by Asian cultural traditions, Canadian-founded 8E6 is finding opportunities in some of

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How Mahjong became a proxy for a disappearing world. theasiandiaries.com/the-tile…
The Tiles Whisper Change: A Granddaughter’s Journey into Taipei’s Mahjong Parlors

The Tiles Whisper Change: A Granddaughter’s Journey into Taipei’s Mahjong Parlors

By the time my grandmother passed, the sound of mahjong tiles clinking together had already become a ghost in our family. Once, it was the heartbeat of our gath

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If you want to succeed at being an entrepreneur, start here. theasiandiaries.com/the-keys…
The Keys To Being A Successful Entrepreneur

The Keys To Being A Successful Entrepreneur

There are numerous industries in which entrepreneurs can thrive. Each industry has its own set of challenges and opportunities, but some are definitely more fav

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We simply LOVE this story. theasiandiaries.com/tiktok-l…
TikTok-Length Television Is Creating Real-Life Tourist Destinations

TikTok-Length Television Is Creating Real-Life Tourist Destinations

First there was movie tourism. Then came the phenomenon of travellers booking hotels, beaches and entire holidays because they had seen them in a hit televis

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Here’s how to motivate your team and bring out the best ideas. theasiandiaries.com/unleashi…
Unleashing Corporate Creativity

Unleashing Corporate Creativity

Now more than ever companies are recognizing the importance of fostering creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to stay competitive and innovative. Creativity h

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"I used to think the only way out of burnout was through it. I was wrong." theasiandiaries.com/i-tried-…
I Tried ‘Monk Mode’ in Bangkok—And Ended Up Changing My Career

I Tried ‘Monk Mode’ in Bangkok—And Ended Up Changing My Career

By Darren Lim, as told to The Asian Diaries I used to think the only way out of burnout was through it. Back in Singapore, I co-founded a B2B SaaS startup

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Traveling with your bestie may be a dream, but it’s hard. We can help. theasiandiaries.com/around-t…
Around the World in Friendship: How to Travel Successfully with Friends

Around the World in Friendship: How to Travel Successfully with Friends

Travel can make or break friendships. While exotic locales have a way of captivating our senses and tempting us to explore, spending every waking moment togethe

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