Sapporo in Japan’s northern island, Hokkaido, is a captivating blend of urban sophistication and natural splendour. Despite ...

On Feb. 4, Hokkaido police sent papers on the tour ... Harada explained that as March approaches, avalanches become more likely in mountain areas: the risk of surface avalanches grows as new ...

Hokkaido is famous for its pristine wilderness and provides some of the most amazing mountain biking experiences in Japan.

Hokkaido is usually synonymous with winter, it being well known for its snow-covered mountains and fresh snow-crab. Japan’s second largest island has, however, reinvented itself for the summer ...

KUSHIRO, Hokkaido--A long-distance hiking trail opening ... the length of the famed Appalachian Trail, a 3,536-kilometer mountain route in the United States. Well-known footpaths in Japan include ...

Hokkaido officials urged people to stay inside ... generating streamers of sea-effect snow that are deposited along the slopes and mountains of Japan. "Think of it as U.S. lake-effect snow on ...

The ideal family destination in Hokkaido, the resort provides pristine powdery snow for skiing and trekking, alongside breathtaking mountain views. Guests can indulge in diverse outdoor activities ...

Before Hokkaido was Hokkaido, it was known to mainland Japan as Ezo. Further back still, indigenous Ainu communities referred to the northern expanse as Ainu Mosir, a name they had used for untold ...

In Hokkaido Prefecture, the sport of ski mountaineering has a long history. Making your way up into the mountains is possible when you have skis. Climbing through the deep snow requires skill ...

Gather round and let Hokkaido regale you with unforgettable tales for the road – hidden histories of ancient mountains, secret recipes held within ramen alleys and the wisdom of master brewers ...

With snow-capped mountains, ancient forests, wild wetlands and art-filled parks, Hokkaido’s diverse landscapes make this northern island one of Japan’s most exhilarating destinations.