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 East Trail ...

Living up to its nickname, ‘adventure island’, Hokkaido offers a host of thrills, no matter when you visit. In winter, its mountain resorts — all crisp, white powder and snow-topped peaks — have ...

Our stage this time is Akan in eastern Hokkaido Prefecture. The region's vast forests are dotted with volcanoes and lakes. During the harsh winter months, when the area is covered in deep snow, ...

Kiroro, a pristine gem in the heart of Hokkaido, is pleased to announce that it has re-opened for guests from July 1. After several months of preparation, Kiroro is delighted to welcome guests back ...

Sightseers enjoy French cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients while overlooking Uchiura Bay from an observatory atop Mount Usu in the town of Sobetsu, Hokkaido, on Feb. 7, 2024.

Visual Novel games are often about romance, adventure, and mystery, but Nippon Ichi’s upcoming game, Fuuraiki 3, is all about cycling around northern Japan’s Hokkaido prefecture, and it’s headed to ...

There are reasons why Hokkaido has been named Japan's most attractive prefecture 17 years in a row. The Hokkaido Culinary Reception, which was held at the Consul-General of Japan's residence in Mumbai ...

When much of Japan is blanketed in humidity and summer heat, Hokkaido steps in like a breath of fresh air. Literally. With its cool, dry climate and dramatic natural beauty, Japan’s northernmost ...