KUSHIRO, Hokkaido--A long-distance hiking trail opening in eastern Hokkaido in October promises stunning natural scenery unmatched elsewhere in Japan. Covering 410 kilometers, the Hokkaido ...

Hokkaido is a shapeshifter with a wild heart, their personality changing with every season. Gather round and let Hokkaido regale you with unforgettable tales for the road – hidden histories of ancient ...

Hiking usually takes place from May to October ... ever to reach from other top destinations across the country. Hokkaido in Japan's far north has sweeping landscapes and cultural history ...

Visitors from all over the world come to Japan to admire ... outdoor activities, from hiking to horseback riding. In the winter, the northernmost prefecture of Hokkaido is undeniably the best ...

The Japanese Alps are full of hiking trails around ... Another popular hike in Japan is to scale Mount Rishiri-zan, a dormant volcano located near Hokkaido with an altitude of 1,721 metres.

With record visitor numbers in 2024 putting strain on Japan's tourist hotpots, here are four places to visit far away from ...