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

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 ...

Japan’s annual ritual of “mame-maki,” or bean-throwing, at Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines and homes sees people marking ...

Ginzan Onsen, a popular Japanese hot spring town ... flock to the 300-year-old town during winter not only for a dip in the onsen but its picturesque scenery of traditional Edo-period buildings ...

TOKYO: The strongest cold wave of this winter is expected to move into the skies over Japan, most likely bringing heavy snowfall mainly on the Sea of Japan (East Sea) side of the country from ...

Photo: Kazuhiro Nogi/Getty Images From January to March, exciting winter festivals await you in Japan, where the energy is palpable and the spirit is truly unique. Imagine strolling along the frozen ...

Skiers and snowboarders slowed their descents, taking in the breathtaking winter scenery. Juhyo form when ... who is from Taiwan and works in Japan, learned about Zao through social media and ...