Oita: Where the water rises
The Japanese region of Oita on the island of Kyushu is renowned for its hot springs, Far more than just natural baths, however, they’re places of healing and of community, linking the generations, from old to young.
The master of sushi: an interview with Rei Masuda
We talk to sushi master Rei Masuda, who elevates raw fish cuisine to an art form
Meditating with Buddhist monks in Japan
Take to the mountains of Japan, where ascetic monks follow the ancient Sōtō school of Zen Buddhism – and teach Sanro programme participants the tricky art of sitting.
Top 10: Classic experiences in Japan
Where else can you meditate with Buddhist monks, meet a geisha, master the art of matcha tea, and learn to make sushi all in one visit? When it comes to standout experiences, Japan delivers enough to last a lifetime.
Video: Setouchi Island Hopping
Learn why these three thousand islands rising majestically from calmly flowing waters hold such a special place in the Japanese psyche. Go deep and you will see not just natural beauty, but the essence of what it means to be truly alive. Discovery and delights, adventure and indulgence, a world of experience awaits you in Setouchi
Top 5 art picks in Setouchi
From contemporary sculpture installations to reimagining of classic works, Setouchi offers a breadth of artistic experiences in its seven prefectures. Visitors can learn about the art of the region, explore Western masterpieces or simply sit and admire the architecture of the museums themselves
Video: The Inland Sea – Setouchi, Japan
The Setouchi region, the “Aegean Sea of the Orient”, is located in the west of the Japanese archipelago. Here we introduce to you the Setouchi region, where you can enjoy gourmet food, cycling, contemporary art, and much more, all against a backdrop of beautiful island vistas
Japan: Back to nature in Nikko
Just two hours from Tokyo, this national park is home to maple-flanked mountains, glassy lakes and steaming Onsens
Setouchi's top five heritage attractions
Whether you're immersing yourself in modern art or delving back into the region's fascinating history, Setouchi's heritage attractions are unmissable
Game on: See the Rugby World Cup at Setouchi's Kobe Misaki stadium
The Rugby World Cup will touch down in Japan next year, with thousands flocking to see 'the game they play in heaven'. Yvette Caster finds out more
Culture in Setouchi
Welcome to Setouchi: a truly timeless place where ancient traditions mingle with modern life
5 reasons to dine in Setouchi
From melt-in-the-mouth wagyu to potentially poisonous pufferfish, Christian Koch tucks into five of the finest foods Japan's Setouchi region has given the world…
Top 5 traditional stays in Setouchi
Kominka, a type of traditional Japanese house, are currently being turned into accommodation across the country with the Setouchi Tourism Authority aiming to restore 100 of them in the region by 2020. Here are five of the best in Setouchi…
Cultural tours in Setouchi
From art to sake, there's a tour to suit most tastes in the Setouchi region
