The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Otaru is a port city in Hokkaido known for its picturesque canal district, Sakaimachi shopping street, and Otaru Snow Light Festival.
Up north in Hokkaido, the cities of Asahikawa, Nayoro and Shibetsu await ski and snowboarding enthusiasts in winter, as well as nature lovers and foodies throughout the year.
The island is a haven for hikers, seafood lovers, and unique alpine flowers.
Akan-Mashu National Park, one of Hokkaido's six national parks, is home to pristine lakes, ancient forests, and a rich indigenous culture.
Visiting an onsen is a highlight of any trip to Japan. Check out these top five destinations, with bonus advice on which itineraries they work best for.
Headed to Japan’s far north? Then JR Hokkaidō has some rail passes just for you. There’s the JR Hokkaidō Pass, which covers the whole island, as well as two new regional ones. Read on to find out if a Hokkaidō […]
Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, is a large city. The odds are you will need to use Sapporo‘s extensive transportation system to get from one tourist spot to another. This guide is a definitive look at all the ways you […]
Is this the year you finally make it to Niseko? Not your first time? Find out what's new for 2022/23.
As of April 1 2023, the Hokkaidō Love Pass is no longer available. If you’re planning a trip to Hokkaidō, you might want to consider a regional JR pass — both JR Hokkaidō and JR East have passes that cover […]
Giant battling kites, a thousand-samurai march, flower festivals and more!
Traditional dance festivals, parades, tea ceremonies, beer gardens, fun with yukata and more — June events in Japan offer something for everyone.
Highlights include the Gion Festival in Kyoto and the Tenjin Festival in Osaka — one of Japan's most famous festivals.
Fall is here! Catch the gorgeous transformation across the country.
Get your fall-leaf fix, wherever you are in Japan.
Visit the Upopoy National Ainu Museum, Lake Akan and more.
Add snow monsters, frozen waterfalls, and steamy hot springs to your itinerary.
Winter in Japan is so much more than just the Sapporo Snow Festival (but check that out, too).
Kick off the new year with fire festivals, water festivals, and even festivals featuring ogres!
Winter wonderlands, oyster festivals, and rituals to chase away demons.
Plum and cherry blossoms, spring festivals, the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka — and more!
