Tropics of Interest

Urban escapees in search of a little anonymity are drawn to Ishigaki-jima. Simon Rowe finds out why.

City by the Sea

Once a pirate haunt, the port town of Onomichi in the Inland Sea still houses an intriguing array of temples, and a surprising number of cats and cat lovers. Stephen Mansfield goes exploring.

Easy Streets

Ocean breezes, smiling faces, exotic markets, and a laid-back pace. Catherine Pawasarat finds Japanese-style relaxation on the shores of the Noto Peninsula

Into the Wild

John McGee plumbs the depths and scales the heights of Tohoku's grandest national park.

Green Peace

Home to Kyoto-style gardens and the Peace Museum for kamikaze, Chiran offers a healthy dose of history and culture. Stephen Mansfield takes a walk.

Pilgrim’s Progress

Simon Rowe braves the storms and heads down to Shikoku’s “Typhoon Ginza,” Cape Ashizuri.