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

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

Previewing the start of the 2025 MLB season as the Dodgers and Cubs square off in the Tokyo Series from March 18-19.

There is still time to enjoy Japan’s winter delights – from ski runs to spectacular sights of frozen waterfalls – book your ...

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

Get ready to experience the premium delicacies at "Tsubohachi", a leading Izakaya style Japanese restaurant from Hokkaido, ...

Hokkaido woman arrested for stealing 1.9 million yen from convenience store in broad daylight -- Foreign tourist arrested in Japan for striking convenience store clerk over 3-yen bag altercation -- ...

Grab your General Knowledge Plushie here: <a href=" In this video I look into why Japan's northernmost island, Hokkaido, is home to only 5 million people despite its vast size - comparable to ...

Hokkaido: Powder paradise with a Western touch For many skiers, Hokkaido, Japan’s second-largest island, is the powder paradise. The island’s resorts combine world-class terrain with modern ...

A central government-mandated cap on overtime hours has come into effect for Japan’s trucking industry, leading to decreased revenue among Hokkaido transportation firms and concerns for the ...

SAPPORO, Japan -- The tourism industry in Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost main island, is trying out helicopter tours as a premium travel option, hoping to attract affluent visitors who want a time ...

Sottsass , a three-time group 1 winner in his native France, arrived at Shizunai Stallion Station in Hokkaido March 7 to ...