The central Hokkaido ski resort is particularly popular among foreign tourists. HOKKAIDO, Japan - Seven foreign tourists who ...

Furano, a region in Hokkaido, is beautiful all year round. Located in a basin-shaped valley, the Furano area is a breadbasket for agriculture and dairy production, which is why Furano is also known as ...

Since the 1972 Sapporo Olympics, skiing has been big news in Japan and for decades now, this destination has sat firmly atop ...

Japan is the opposite of the U.S. in many ways, and not just because the mountains there are seeing above-average snowfall ...

Australians flock to Hokkaido for its snow, but tend to stick to the town of Niseko. This traveller discovers a surprising winter spot most travellers have been missing. On a small patch of land, the ...

Mountain rescuers are searching the area where the tourists are believed to be. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...

Hokkaido is known for its thrilling ski destinations, including the yearly Sapporo Snow Festival. However, the lavender and other flower fields in summer are equally worth seeing. Furano and Biei are ...

FURANO, Hokkaido — The boat travels through a valley as majestic mountains tower above. The vibration of the river’s current can be felt, and wind and birdsong echoes all around. This is the charm of ...

If you want to escape the heat of the city during Japan’s scorching summer, Hokkaido would be your ideal destination to cool down. Moreover, lavender and other delightful blossoms fill a canvas of ...