As sightseers from Thailand marveled at the pristine white snow, their gleeful cries echoed throughout the landscape.

Take your time in Japan away from Tokyo and head for part of the country far too few visitors ever experience.

As interest in unique winter vacation experiences continues to grow, Hokkaido, Japan, has firmly established itself as a premier cold-weather destination. With its stunning snow-covered landscapes and ...

In Obihiro, a record-breaking snowfall of 129 centimetres (4 feet) was detected on Tuesday. The Japan Meteorological Agency said two powerful low pressure systems are moving on both sides of the ...

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

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 ...

But this sleepy city tucked away on the west coast of the island of Hokkaido has become the latest flashpoint in Japan’s ongoing battle against overtourism. Local authorities recently deployed ...

Record-breaking snowfall fell on Japan's northern main island of Hokkaido, disrupting traffic, causing airport closures and ...

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

The government’s Go To Travel campaign was likely a major factor behind the surge in COVID-19 cases in Hokkaido last autumn, according to an analysis of the genome sequences of the novel ...

With the winter sports season in full swing, skiers, snowboarders and those who just want to experience the snow are once again descending on Hokkaido. But the influx of so many visitors has ...