Autumn leaves are in full splendor around Kamifurano Town, a hot springs resort at altitude 1,280 meters in central Hokkaido. Mt. Tokachi-dake is known for Japan's first fall color, with leaves ...

KAMI-SHIHORO, Hokkaido—The ethereal Taushubetsugawa river bridge here, known as the "phantom bridge" because it disappears under the water, remains in danger of collapsing with the harsh winter ...

Heavy snowfall affected parts of Hokkaido from the night of Monday, February 3, into Tuesday, February 4. The Pacific side of Hokkaido recorded the highest snowfall on record in the country, with ...

There is trouble on the horizon in the northernmost prefecture of Hokkaido, where poor fishing conditions triggered by global ...

He built a winery there this summer, and his first wines are set to debut next fall. He’s optimistic. "The distinct salinity is remarkable. It's something unique to Hokkaido, and I'm excited to ...