Portfolio


I write about history, archaeology, mythology, travel, exploration, adventure and my adopted home of Japan—or any combination of those subjects. This page contains a selection of work from my professional portfolio that ranges from popular magazine features to online academic articles. Click on any image below to read the full piece of work.


Archaeology writing feature by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

A science & technology feature for All About History magazine’s archaeology special

Yonaguni Monument writing feature by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

A piece about the enigmatic Yonguni Monument for Future Publishing’s Weird & Wonderful Japan book

Japanese myths and monsters writing feature by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

An introduction to the mythology of Japan for the Japanese Myths & Monsters bookazine

Samurai writing feature by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

A feature on the impact and long-lasting influence of Japan’s legendary samurai warriors

David Roberts and Frederick Catherwood travel and art of the ancient Egyptians and Maya writing article by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

An article for The Collector exploring the adventurous archaeological journeys of two 19th-century artists

The mythology of Isis and Horus (and its connection to Libyans in ancient Egypt) writing article by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

An investigation of the link between ancient Libyan migration and the Egyptian deities, Isis and Horus

Tokyo travel writing feature by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

A short lifestyle magazine feature introducing luxury travel experiences in and around Tokyo

Hong Kong travel writing feature by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

A short feature on luxury travel experiences in Hong Kong, including its best hotels and restaurants

Dubai travel writing feature by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

A double-page spread outlining Dubai’s high-end accommodation, shopping and excursions

Iceland travel writing feature by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

A four-page feature focusing on Iceland’s wellness resorts and exciting luxury adventures

Earth writing feature by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

A feature about Earth’s unique life-giving properties for How It Works magazine’s Story of the Solar System

Mars exploration writing feature by freelance writer, Philip S. Kay.

A feature focusing on humanity’s exploration of Mars and the Red Planet’s surprising hidden history