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 ...

Materials Analysis Technology (MA-tek) has officially launched a new laboratory in Hokkaido, establishing its third facility ...

In Obihiro, a record-breaking snowfall of 129 centimetres (4 feet) was detected on Tuesday. The Japan Meteorological Agency ...

The Hokkaido prefectural government said record-breaking snowfall has been observed especially in the eastern regions of the ...

With four stunning resorts in Hokkaido, Club Med invites travelers to secure their dream winter getaway early and enjoy ...

Spot rare wildlife, soak in a hot spring and sail in a frozen wonderland on Japan’s northernmost island.

Record-breaking snowfall across Hokkaido and Sea of Japan coastal areas of Honshu on Feb. 8 brought traffic and train services to a standstill in many areas as even more snow was forecast for the ...

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

The weather agency warned of blizzards, high waves and hazardous road conditions through the weekend, urging residents to ...

February 4, 2025 at about 09:40h Heavy snowfall affected parts of Hokkaido from the night of Monday, February 3, into Tuesday ...

There’s so much snow on the ground in Hokkaido, Japan, that it’s blocking the doors and windows of homes and businesses on ...

This is the amusing moment a resident leapt into 4ft deep snow in Hokkaido, Japan. Footage shows a resilient local jumping ...