Snow sculptures created by locals include one of Hokkaido native Haruka Kitaguchi, who won gold in the women's javelin ...

SAPPORO—Amid towering snow and ice sculptures, ambitious curry bun venders will seek to set a new Guinness World Record by ...

Kushiro ramen is a local Hokkaido gourmet dish that features thin, curly noodles served in a light soy sauce-based broth.

Asahikawa, Hokkaido, Japan - December 11, 2024 Penguins walk along a snow-covered path at Asahiyama Zoo in Asahikawa on the northernmost Japanese main island of Hokkaido on Dec. 11, 2024.