This ski resort in central Hokkaido is a peaceful alternative to hot spot Niseko, and offers a local taste of Japan. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Furano, a region in Hokkaido, is beautiful all year round. Located in a basin-shaped valley, the Furano area is a breadbasket for agriculture and dairy production, which is why Furano is also known as ...

Japan offers a variety of wines, from inexpensive brands to high-end quality bottles. Up until 1980, mainly grapes indigenous to the country (Koshu) were used, but since then, European grapes have ...

Australians flock to Hokkaido for its snow, but tend to stick to the town of Niseko. This traveller discovers a surprising winter spot most travellers have been missing. On a small patch of land, the ...

Hokkaido is known for its thrilling ski destinations, including the yearly Sapporo Snow Festival. However, the lavender and other flower fields in summer are equally worth seeing. Furano and Biei are ...

If you want to escape the heat of the city during Japan’s scorching summer, Hokkaido would be your ideal destination to cool down. Moreover, lavender and other delightful blossoms fill a canvas of ...

FURANO, Hokkaido — The boat travels through a valley as majestic mountains tower above. The vibration of the river’s current can be felt, and wind and birdsong echoes all around. This is the charm of ...

THE SNOW WAS GENTLY FALLING when we arrived in Furano close to midnight. But the skies had cleared by morning, leaving behind a fluffy white landscape waiting for us to dive in. It’s no wonder that ...

Chill out in Hokkaido's Furano and embrace winter at the annual Furano Kan Kan Mura Snow Night Fantasy, which kicks off on Dec. 21. Attractions include Japan's longest snow-tubing ride, where ...

Niseko isn’t the only ski resort you should be hitting up this season. Here, we share where you should be skiing in Japan ...