The northern Japanese prefecture of Hokkaido is known for its beautiful winter sights. In Kitami City, temperatures may drop to around -15 degrees Celsius in the morning and evening, but its clear ...

The increased focus on foreign travelers follows the death of a Hong Kong woman on the outskirts of Otaru. The 61-year-old ...

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

From October 2024, the land ministry has been gathering opinions on Hokkaido’s alpine adventurers with an eye toward ...

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

(Mainichi/Koichiro Tezuka) SAPPORO -- Concerns are growing over whether the upcoming Sapporo Snow Festival, an annual winter tradition for Hokkaido's capital city, will go ahead as scheduled due ...

Our stage this time is the Tokachi Plain in the eastern part of Hokkaido ... you the fantastic scenery created by the gentle current of the Tokachi River during the severe winter months.

With the pastime gaining traction among Malaysians, one great destination not too far away is Hokkaido ... scenery, Niseko stands out as one of the world’s premier winter destinations.” ...