Hokkaido’s cold turns hot water into beautiful sight in natural “magic trick”
Japan’s current winter cold front has provided some pretty chilling images, such as frozen bikes and very dangerous roads in its “snow country” regions. Perhaps…
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[Report] Cute edible bears take a bath in a delicious Japanese hot pot!
If you are a TikTok user or an Instagram user, you might have seen these cute bears sitting in a Japanese hot pot. The bears…
Japanese photog captures the moment nature and the heavens aligned to create a Xmas tree
On December 24th, 2021, photographer イナガキヤスト Yasuto Inagaki (@inagakiyasuto) posted a photo on Twitter that went viral. In what may be one of the most…
Superimposed map of Hokkaido shows off the truly gigantic scale of the prefecture
Aside from the island of Honshu, Hokkaido is Japan’s largest area of landmass, and is by far the biggest prefecture in the country. Despite having…
Adventure through Hokkaido’s ‘Hell Valley’ after dark with this unique hotel package
Located about 100km southwest of Sapporo city is the onsen town of Noboribetsu, famous for it’s nine different types of hot springs. Like many other…
Hokkaido Autumn Campaign: Enjoy a taste of Hokkaido’s delicious food in Tokyo
This autumn, a couple of well-known restaurants from all over Hokkaido have gathered in Tokyo’s Ariake Garden store for the Autumn Delicious Hokkaido Campaign. The event focuses…
Limited-edition Sapporo Classic Furano Vintage 2021 to go on sale from October
Fans of Japanese beer probably know that Hokkaido is the place to go if you are in search of delicious brews. Sapporo is home to…
Travel in time to the Jōmon Period with Bōrō NOGUCHI Hakodate at Yunokawa Onsen
From the 1st of July 2021, Yunokawa Onsen’s luxury hotel Bōrō NOGUCHI Hakodate started a plan that includes a tour at the Jōmon Archaeological Sites…
FamilyMart offers taste of Japan’s northernmost island with Hokkaido fair
Conditions caused by the ongoing pandemic have seen a drastic decrease in travel throughout Japan. To offer a small measure of relief for those hoping…
Dive into a bowl of Asahikawa ramen from the slopes of Mt. Asahidake this autumn
Yes, we’re right in the middle of summer, but sightseeing planning for taking in the best views of the upcoming Autumn foliage should start now!…
Unkai Terrace’s renewal will allow you to get closer than ever before to Japan’s Sea of Clouds
Located up on Japan’s northernmost island, Hokkaido’s largest accommodation complex; Hoshino Resorts Tomamu, is home to a view that can only be described as witnessing…
Japanese hotel brings back popular ramen-themed rooms with restaurant atmosphere and free noodles
Last July, the Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel collaborated with popular ramen chain Yamaokaya to give noodle lovers a place to lay their head and dream…
Loneliness at the End of the Line
The Hanasaki line has seen busier days. The local train that connects the cities of Kushiro and Nemuro in Hokkaido fights to live another year…
Hokkaido Gourmet Spring Fair comes to Shinjuku
The Hokkaido Gourmet Fair is one of Japan’s annual popular events, and it usually takes place twice a year, in spring and autumn. Unfortunately, the…
Stunning drone shot reveals gorgeous heart lake in Hokkaido
Kei Otani (@Kei_Otani) uses drones to take photos of beautiful scenery in Hokkaido. A view of nature up from the sky is almost more beautiful…