The December to early May event has always been a popular attraction, but now foreigners make up about half the visitors in wintertime, when the Japanese macaques can be seen soaking in the hot ...

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

The Japanese government announced that it needs to delay its plan to extend the northern Hokkaido Shinkansen Line.

Hokkaido and its capital are so much more than just winter attractions. Sure, there’s something magical about the island’s ...

Niseko is riding a wave of increased global popularity, supported by the opening of new fancy resorts and eateries over the ...

While the country is having a banner ski season, exceptionally heavy snowfall has created challenges for resort workers.

Japanese weather officials say heavy snow may fall again in mountainous areas of the Kanto-Koshin region from Tuesday evening. The Japan Meteorological Agency says the winter cold has returned and ...

AOMORI — More and more foreign visitors have been getting lost, buried in avalanches and facing other trouble while skiing or snowboarding on mountains in Aomori Prefecture, prompting calls for ...

Have you ever heard of a stadium that can host your favourite artist, rugby, basketball, football and even an exhibtion all in one place? The Sapporo Dome in Japan proves that anything is ...

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“We’re still examining the size of the affected area, but it is the biggest since the 1992 wildfire” in Kushiro, Hokkaido, an agency spokesman ... white smoke billowing up and covering an entire ...

Known for sake and whisky, Hokkaido also has a climate that’s ideal for cultivating grapes. The wine scene is rapidly evolving as Japanese producers embrace the cool climate and plant European ...