Recent studies have warned that, for all their convenience and the social interaction they allow, our mobile devices and anywhere, any time wireless internet access could potentially be hazardous to our health. But what if you just can’t bear to power down your iPhone, tablet, laptop or games console?
If you’re in need of a getaway, and want to assure yourself that the negative effects of your array of gadgetry will be entirely offset by your relaxing surroundings, there’s probably no better place than this luxurious beach villa on the Thai island resort of Ko Samui, which is fitted with pretty much every modern convenience from iPad-controlled shutters to remote-operated pool thermostats and top-of-the-range cooking equipment – available to rent for a cool US$650 a night.
Join us after the break for a photo tour.
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
Real-life Spirited Away train line found in Japan?
Evangelion original anime studio Gainax is now completely dissolved, Eva’s creator mourns ruined friendships
Japanese woman sues man for 1.5 million yen for violating her “right to chastity”
Tiny house by Muji finally goes on sale in Japan
7-Eleven Japan has a hack for creating insanely delicious potato chip rice meals
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
Glamping Okinawan style: a unique way to get in touch with nature in Japan【Pics】
Stamina-destroying “Paralysis Noodles” are Tokyo’s newest over-the-top ramen innovation
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning seems to be affecting Osaka’s Namba and Dotonbori neighborhoods
Uniqlo Ukiyo-e Blue T-shirts: A cool-hued reinterpretation of some of Japan’s greatest paintings
Japan’s first hotel with a human washing machine is now ready for you to come and bathe in it
Studio Ghibli adds new Kiki’s Delivery Service music box to its anime merchandise shop in Japan
Studio Ghibli mixes with sporty street styles of New Era to put No Face on your head in cap series
Japanese company selling bear-proof automatic doors
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Real-world Nausicaa Ghibli anime glider completes its final flight in Japan【Video】
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
The 10 best day trips from downtown Tokyo【Survey】
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Japanese government considering tripling departure taxes to combat overtourism
A guide to visiting Sagamiko Illumination, one of the three biggest light-ups in Kanto
Giant new nine-floor arcade opens in Tokyo, wants to welcome new and old games fans alike
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Japanese woman sues man for 1.5 million yen for violating her “right to chastity”
Tiny house by Muji finally goes on sale in Japan
7-Eleven Japan has a hack for creating insanely delicious potato chip rice meals
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
Glamping Okinawan style: a unique way to get in touch with nature in Japan【Pics】
Giant Chiikawa statues appear in one of Tokyo’s most confusing train stations【Photos】
New Studio Ghibli collection includes a US$2,450 wooden Totoro 【Video】
Kyoto samurai house wants to share its history of seppuku, torture and gold coins with visitors
100 years of Japanese women’s hair and makeup trends in less than a minute and a half【Video】
Flower Ice Cream becomes Japan’s newest breathtaking dessert
Naturally brown-haired Osaka student sues government for forcing her to dye her hair black
U.S.A. now the fastest-growing market for Japan’s high-tech toilets, now selling quicker than ever
Attention serious meat lovers: The all-you-can-eat Whoppers from Burger King is back!!