The increased focus on foreign travelers follows the death of a Hong Kong woman on the outskirts of Otaru. The 61-year-old ...

What makes the food culture of Hokkaido unique? The blend of cultural influences. I was struck by the similarities to Wisconsin, where I’m from. There’s that Midwestern-style agriculture ...

Hokkaido has a lot going for it. As both a skier’s paradise and growing hub for enhanced travel experiences, Japan's northernmost island is a place where the barrier between civilization and the ...

Hokkaido cherry blossoms typically bloom in early May and are a popular draw for tourists. Starting from the south of Japan in Okinawa in January, the cherry blossoms slowly creep their way up through ...

As Hokkaido’s long winter season comes to a close, the melting ice and warm weather signify the beginning of spring. Living in Sapporo for four years now, spring is one of my favorite seasons as the ...

Along Otaru Canal, one can find floating candles and snow figures that create a romantic setting perfect for any date. A winter in Hokkaido isn’t complete without a visit to the Onuma Hakodate Snow ...

One of the representative dishes of Hokkaido’s food culture is Sapporo ramen. The rich miso soup and the thick curly noodles create a perfect harmony that you will never forget once you taste it. We ...