Tim Anderson’s new book, Hokkaido, is inspired by Japan’s northernmost prefecture, where Western influences and Indigenous ...

The Great Hokkaido Watershed Traverse: A 670-Kilometer Solo Snowy Journey A 27-year-old Japanese mountaineer achieved the feat of crossing a watershed that runs across Hokkaido Prefecture. This ...

The adventure began with a festive arrival in Hokkaido on December 3 ... savored the finest local cuisine while enjoying the snow-covered landscape. This picturesque winter setting sets the ...

Global warming could transform Hokkaido’s iconic powdered snow into the wet flakes found on Japan’s main island of Honshu, a study showed. Researchers from Hokkaido University and the Japan ...

From Swedish vampires to Japanese letters, these stories show how winter makes the perfect canvas for exploring love, loss ...

With snow-capped mountains, ancient forests, wild wetlands and art-filled parks, Hokkaido’s diverse landscapes make this northern island one of Japan’s most exhilarating destinations.

At the main airport of Hokkaido, passengers formed long lines to secure alternative flights. Some prepared to see in 2025 in the departure lounge. “It was great to see snow, but I didn’t think ...

HOKKAIDO - Penguins at Asahiyama Zoo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, waddled through the snow on Dec 11 during a 'rehearsal' ahead of their daily winter strolls, which run through mid-March ...

BIEI, Hokkaido--This farming town of around 9,300 ... is renowned for breathtaking landscapes with rolling hills covered by a patchwork of fields and tall trees. The town’s main industry is ...