Visitors looking for the "real Japan" may find it on a new long trail two hours from Tokyo that shows off the country's ...

A curated guide to essential gear, from technical layers to looking suave at après, by the brands that define winter in Japan ...

Each year between mid-November and April, winter sports fans from around the world flock to Japan for the country’s renowned ...

Boasting four resorts located in Hokkaido, Club Med – a pioneer in all-inclusive holidays – is a compelling choice with a ...

The increased focus on foreign travelers follows the death of a Hong Kong woman on the outskirts of Otaru. The 61-year-old ...

With tourists expected to gather on the famous Funamizaka slope for the Lunar New Year Spring Festival, Otaru is stepping up efforts against overtourism. Guards will prevent visitors from flocking to ...

Whether skiing feels like your calling or you're just here for the apres-ski mulled wine, these ski resort destinations are guaranteed to deliver an unforgettable winter getaway.

What makes the food culture of Hokkaido unique? The blend of cultural influences. I was struck by the similarities to Wisconsin, where I’m from. There’s that Midwestern-style agriculture ...

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Planned bans — such as in Australia — should be replaced with research and resources to educate parents and carers about the best ways to manage their children’s use of social media.

Here are the world’s most exclusive ski resorts for a five-star holiday, with lavish gondola-hugging chalets and elite mountain-view hotels ... Niseko on Hokkaido Island is not short of deep ...