If you’re heading straight to Hokkaido, it’s possible to connect from Tokyo to Sapporo via a short flight. For backcountry ski access, it can be a good idea to rent a car or van, but be ready to drive ...

Known for its abundant “Japow” or Japanese powder, Kiroro has earned a reputation as one of Hokkaido’s premier skiing ...

NISEKO, Hokkaido—The famed powder skiing destination is attempting to fix a costly dent in its image after claims such as "a bowl of ramen costs 2,000 yen here" and "one onigiri costs 1,000 ...

SAPPORO—This ski season in Hokkaido, a growing number of skiers and snowboarders have gotten lost in the backcountry after venturing beyond resort boundaries. On Feb. 5, a rescue request was ...

This national park known as the "Playground of the Gods" in Japan is a outdoor-loving travelers paradise with gorgeous ...

In Hokkaido Prefecture, the sport of ski mountaineering has a long history. Making your way up into the mountains is possible when you have skis. Climbing through the deep snow requires skill ...

"Ski resorts are getting busier and busier ... a backcountry touring operator in the northern prefecture of Hokkaido. Kernaghan says 90 percent of his clients are from abroad, although the ...

ice sculpture installations and other immersive après-ski experiences. In Hokkaido, Johnnie Walker and Perfect Moment hosted an immersive pop-up experience at Japan’s renowned winter resort ...

Presiding over the mountainous island of Hokkaido, the dynamic urban center ... These days, Sapporo is best known for its neighboring epic ski resorts—and for organizing the annual Sapporo ...