The Nagato area flies under the radar of everyone but Japanese travellers, who have long seen the appeal of its onsen towns, craggy isles and fishing heritage

Discover Kobe city’s famous Wagyu beef, visit one of Japan’s few ‘original’ castles and meet the small-town brewers and potters that make this region so special

Delve into the lush tropical forests and unique Ryukyu culture of northern Okinawa to discover ancient castles, proud communities, rare wildlife and life-enhancing cuisine

Samurai rose to be global emblems of honour and courage, but their story doesn’t always match the myths they told about themselves, as a British Museum exhibition shows

If you’re planning on going off the beaten path in Japan, here are a few tips to guide your way

After seeing the devastation of the Great East Japan Earthquake, Mohri Chikafusa wanted to help local producers get back on their feet. He tells Rebecca Hallett how he achieved this by establishing the Akiu Winery in Miyagi