Each winter, Japan’s northernmost island, Hokkaido, transforms into a spectacular wonderland of deep snow and vibrant culture ...

Breathing in the icy air and listening to the crunch of fresh powder underfoot are just the beginning of enjoying the routine involved with a day in the mountains. There’s something special about ...

With snowfall accumulations of up to 45 feet each winter, the northern Japanese island prefecture of Hokkaido has garnered the attention of wide-eyed powder hounds from around the world. There are ...

Here’s what you need to know about visiting Niseko. Welcome to Niseko, Japan – a destination that captivates the senses and beckons adventurers from around the globe. Located on the northern island of ...

Hokkaido’s Sapporo Snow Festival may be less known internationally than the northern city's famous export — Sapporo beer — but the spectacular week-long showcase has become a major winter attraction ...

Welcome to Japan’s snow-capped wonderland. A unique natural phenomenon, known as drift ice, occurs each winter on the Sea of Okhotsk, on Hokkaido’s northern shores. Ice drifts southward from Russia’s ...

Hokkaido in winter feels like stepping into a fairytale. The soft snow, soothing hot springs and picturesque views define ...

Your guide to global winter wonderlands, featuring Singapore, Seoul, Tokyo, London, New York and more festive destinations.

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Hokkaido, Japan, a city outside Tokyo, is in full swing this winter season, offering travelers a bevy of snowy activities. Niseko, a world-class ski resort, has opened for the season, showing off the ...