Yuki Tanaka
Asia-Pacific correspondent
Yuki Tanaka covers the Asia-Pacific for TRAVELPASHA — Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia and the small-ship routes through them. Background in restaurant criticism; reviewed three-Michelin kaiseki for a Japanese newspaper before joining the magazine.
Aman Tokyo: The Art of Personalised Luxury
Luxury hotels redefine guest experiences by focusing on individual preferences, fostering brand loyalty.
Scrimshaw: A Maritime Craft on the Brink
Scrimshaw, a maritime art form, faces extinction. This piece delves into its history and the need for preservation.
Travel Marketing's New Frontier: Content Creators
Brands are turning to content creators to shape how consumers perceive and engage with destinations.
Lalibela: Luxury Travel's Cultural Nexus
Lalibela's luxury travel surge underscores its role in cultural diplomacy and heritage preservation.
Short-Term Rentals Evolve in Shrinking Cities
Property owners adapt short-term rental strategies amid urban population decline.
Branded Residences Redefining Middle Eastern Luxury Real Estate
Industry leaders explore the impact of branded residences on luxury living in the Middle East.
LGBTQ+ Travel Safety: A Global Perspective
Surveys highlight the evolving safety landscape for LGBTQ+ travelers, focusing on welcoming destinations.
Luxury Summit 2027: Industries Converge in Boca Raton
The Luxury Summit at The Boca Raton will gather leaders to discuss the future of luxury experiences and cross-industry collaboration.
Discover the Tatras: A European Mountain Escape
Between Poland and Slovakia, the Tatras offer stunning peaks and rich culture for budget travelers.
Key Takeaways from the Hospitality Social Media Summit in London
Industry leaders convene in London to discuss effective online outreach strategies.
Luxury Travel Adapts to Economic Shifts
Economic pressures demand innovation from luxury travel brands to meet changing consumer expectations.
Luxury Travel Spending: Insights from a Redditor
A Reddit user's travel expenses reveal shifts in luxury travel preferences.
A Brooch and a Movement: AHLA's Fight Against Human Trafficking
The AHLA Foundation leads the hospitality sector in ethical practices to combat human trafficking.
Women in Hospitality: Closing the Leadership Gap
Examining the challenges women face in hospitality leadership and strategies for a fairer workplace.
Travel Communities: The New Luxury Guide
Online platforms are transforming luxury travel advice with unique insights.
Luxury Travel's New Path: Embracing Change
As travel preferences evolve, luxury providers adjust experiences to meet a discerning clientele's changing demands.
Guardians of the Past: Civil Society's Role in Protecting World Heritage
As luxury travelers seek unique experiences, civil society emerges as a vital force in the preservation of World Heritage, marrying exploration with responsibility.
The Sound of Service: Music in Luxury Hotels
Music elevates guest experiences in luxury hotels through creativity and emotional connection.
Cross-Departmental Training at Park Hyatt Tokyo
Cross-departmental training enhances collaboration, boosting guest experiences and reducing staff turnover in the hospitality industry.
Navigating Change: The Evolution of Leadership in Hospitality
In an era of transformation, luxury travelers gain insights into how emerging leadership trends shape their experiences and the service they receive.
Urban Cowboy: A New Take on Luxury Hotels
Urban Cowboy founders focus on community and connection in luxury hotel design.
The Shape of Hospitality: Hotel Design as Cultural Canvas
Recent trends in hotel design intertwine sustainability with local culture, reshaping how guests engage with their surroundings.
The Guiding Hand: Mentorship in Modern Hotel Management
In the ever-evolving landscape of luxury hospitality, mentorship emerges as a cornerstone of employee retention and exceptional guest experiences.
Heritage in Hospitality: Cultural Inheritance in Hotel Leadership
Cultural patterns shape leadership in luxury hotels, influencing operations and guest experiences.
Empathy and Communication in Hospitality Leadership
In hospitality, empathy and communication drive employee engagement and guest satisfaction.
Set-Jetting: Film Locations as Travel Destinations
Set-jetting turns film locations into travel hotspots, reshaping the hospitality industry.
A Cinematic Experience at EDITION Hotels
EDITION Hotels' storytelling approach marks a shift in luxury hospitality marketing.
Exploring Yanaka's Edo-Era Bathhouse
Step into Tokyo's Edo-era bathhouses for a glimpse of history and community.
A Lacquered Mask in Kyoto: Luxury Travel's Cultural Embrace
Luxury travel fosters appreciation for local traditions, enhancing journeys through cultural heritage.
A Digital Globe at Skift Global Forum 2026
Leaders converge in New York to redefine luxury travel.