A government investigation has confirmed that tunnel construction for the shinkansen bullet train line extension to Sapporo ...

SAPPORO--Schoolchildren in Hokkaido, the northernmost main island of Japan, can now look forward to longer summer breaks after temperatures hit a blistering 36.3 degrees this year. The island’s ...

The lusciously cooler climes of Hokkaido are heaven in the summer, with rainbow-bright flower fields and opportunities for countless outdoor activities, from hiking to horseback riding.

00:24 The train will run on lines around Hokkaido during the summer months, with passengers stopping at hotels for three nights to enjoy the beautiful nature and food of Hokkaido. 00:46 This year ...

Niseko Tourism offers great information on guided tours in the summer to suit different interests, including rafting. Over the years, Hokkaido has emerged as a top skiing destination, with one of ...

People in the Tokyo area especially may have noticed a recent influx in Hokkaido food fairs over the past year. These events, held within department stores, give Hokkaido’s local food producers a ...

He built a winery there this summer, and his first wines are set to debut next fall. He’s optimistic. "The distinct salinity is remarkable. It's something unique to Hokkaido, and I'm excited to ...

RAUSU, Hokkaido—Two extremely rare all-white killer ... In ordinary years with the arrival of summer, sperm whales have replaced orca pods among cetacean species seen in the Nemuro Strait ...