Hokkaido has long been one of Japan’s major agricultural regions. Today, the northern island known for dairy farms, ski ...

The annual winter illumination has begun at Hokkaido's famous "Aoi Ike" Blue Pond, drawing visitors eager to witness the ethereal transformation of the landscape. Tourists flock to the Instagrammable ...

The U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Japan released a wildlife alert on Nov. 12, warning Americans visiting northern Japan to ...

BIEI, Hokkaido (Kyodo) -- The annual winter illumination is underway at Hokkaido's famous "Aoi Ike" Blue Pond, drawing ...

TOKYO - The following is the latest list of selected news summaries by Kyodo News. ---------- China informs Tokyo of ...

SAPPORO, Japan, Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ferme La Terre Biei, a confectionery brand from Hokkaido loved for its Butter ...

From Europe’s legendary gardens to unexpected corners of Asia and America, these tulip fields define spring at its most ...

Located almost in the center of Hokkaido, Furano is a popular winter resort that can be enjoyed by everyone from beginners to advanced skiers. It is easily accessible compared to other ski areas in ...

There are two key elements to the experiences Japan’s Hoshino Resorts group offers. As a premier hotel chain, they provide guests with elegantly luxurious amenities, but each location also seeks to ...

The Tribune, now published from Chandigarh, started publication on February 2, 1881, in Lahore (now in Pakistan). It was started by Sardar Dyal Singh Majithia, a public-spirited philanthropist, and is ...

Tokyo, Oct. 25 (Jiji Press)--A strong earthquake hit the northernmost Japan prefecture of Hokkaido in the small hours of Saturday. The temblor occurred at a depth of about 40 kilometers off the Nemuro ...

A strong earthquake hit eastern areas of Hokkaido Prefecture in the early hours of Saturday, with authorities warning that more could be in store for Japan's northernmost prefecture. The temblor ...