The opening of the extended section of the Hokkaido Shinkansen line between Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Sapporo stations will be ...

Dreaming of a ski trip to Japan? Make it a reality by following these tips and tricks, hiring the right guides, staying ...

The rock walls that must be traversed to reach Abuna Yemata Guh (Photo: Wittmann Tours). Disagreements within Ethiopian Christianity began very early. The Ethiopian Orthodox Church was founded in 341.

A Japanese government panel also predicted that an earthquake with a magnitude of 8.8 could occur near the trench within 30 ...

SAPPORO -- The problem of "overtourism," marked by an excessive concentration of travelers negatively impacting local ...

A research team in Japan has warned that unreleased stress energy at an undersea trench off northern Japan has become large ...

SENDAI (Kyodo) -- Japan has more than 400 small, inhabited islands that are uniquely exposed to the risks of natural ...

Experience the awe-inspiring elegance of Japan’s most amazing places, where ancient traditions meet modern innovation. From the breathtaking temples of Kyoto to the vibrant streets of Tokyo, Japan is ...

Overtourism is causing disruptions to the lives of residents here, a popular destination for travelers.In the first half of ...

A wildlife photographer in Japan captured a mysterious pale creature swimming among dark-colored counterparts.

Hokkaido is an ideal setting for cherry blossom viewing at various times of the year, as the blossoms typically bloom later than in Honshu. So take a trip and relish the stunning sakura of southern ...

Night - Partly cloudy with a 32% chance of precipitation. Winds from N to WSW. The overnight low will be 21 °F (-6.1 °C). Sunny with a high of 34 °F (1.1 °C) and a 21% chance of precipitation ...