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Okinawa: Secrets Of A Long Life

Okinawa: Secrets Of A Long Life

People on the Japanese island of Okinawa are some of the most long-lived in the world. Dan Hayes discovers why

Lords Of The Samurai

Lords Of The Samurai

San Francisco’s Asian Art Museum is exploring the world of Japan’s elite warriors this summer

Of Rice And Men

Of Rice And Men

Brett Bull explores the diversity of Japan’s oldest beverage

The Long March

The Long March

The forests and valleys of Kumano, on the southern edge of the Japanese island of Honshu, are a place of pilgrimage where every stone and tree has spiritual significance. Mark Stratton reports.

Walk Of Life

The Shikoku Henro is Japan’s oldest pilgrim trail and, at 1,500km in length, it requires dedication to complete. Joanna Hunter joins the faithful

The Big Push

Japan’s Nada festival is a testosterone fuelled celebration of community and history. Simon Rowe packs his picnic