From tasting the fresh seafood and visiting the many national parks, Hokkaido's capital city offers a lot for first time ...

The northern Japanese prefecture of Hokkaido is known for its beautiful winter sights. In Kitami City, temperatures may drop to around -15 degrees Celsius in the morning and evening, but its clear ...

The woman entered the Hakodate Line tracks near Asari Station in Otaru to photograph the ocean with her phone.

Niseko plans to use accommodation tax revenue to strengthen transportation services and increase the number of ...

KUSHIRO, Hokkaido--Motorists driving westward through a wetland region in Kushiro city can quickly spot numerous solar panels on both sides of the Doto Expressway. Some areas are dotted with ...

Persistent marine heatwaves attract the ‘wrong’ kinds of fish. Seafood manufacturer Kaneyoshi is based in the Hokkaido city of Nemuro and has been focusing on the production of retort-packed ...

The Hokkaido government is pushing ahead with an ordinance to impose a lodging tax on tourists despite strong local opposition from around Japan’s northern main island. The ordinance will be ...

Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island, is famous for more than just its jaw-dropping landscapes and fresh mountain air. It's home to the milk that has everyone, from foodies to chefs swooning ...