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.
A story on overtourism at Mount Fuji for Adventure.com and a list of more rewarding Japanese hikes
An eight-page overview of the Kyushu region’s highlights for the Explore Japan travel guide
A piece about the enigmatic Yonguni Monument for Future Publishing’s Weird & Wonderful Japan book
An introduction to the mythology of Japan for the Japanese Myths & Monsters bookazine
A feature on the impact and long-lasting influence of Japan’s legendary samurai warriors
A short lifestyle magazine feature introducing luxury travel experiences in and around Tokyo
A short feature on luxury travel experiences in Hong Kong, including its best hotels and restaurants
A double-page spread outlining Dubai’s high-end accommodation, shopping and excursions
A four-page feature focusing on Iceland’s wellness resorts and exciting luxury adventures
A feature about Earth’s unique life-giving properties for How It Works magazine’s Story of the Solar System
A feature focusing on humanity’s exploration of Mars and the Red Planet’s surprising hidden history
A science & technology feature for All About History magazine’s archaeology special
An evaluation of the Gunpowder Plot’s aftermath and repercussions for All About History magazine
An article for The Collector exploring the adventurous archaeological journeys of two 19th-century artists
An investigation of the link between ancient Libyan migration and the Egyptian deities, Isis and Horus
