At the late age of 48, he traveled to Ezo (Hokkaido), where the Ainu people introduced him to the hot springs that would later be named after him. So, who really discovered the onsen? I would say ...

Drive an hour in any direction from Hokkaido’s capital, Sapporo, and you’ll find yourself in the agricultural region of Japan ...

SAPPORO, Japan -- A beloved fruit parlor from Kinokawa, Wakayama prefecture in western Japan, has made its way to a popular resort town of Noboribetsu in Hokkaido. Hopes are high that the store's ...

Known for its abundant “Japow” or Japanese powder, Kiroro has earned a reputation as one of Hokkaido’s premier ... can unwind in nearby onsen (hot springs) after an exciting day on the ...