As the number of users is unlikely to recover from a prolonged decline, JR Hokkaido has decided to close the station.

In an online auction four years ago, Japanese dentist Yusuke Kamimura's father purchased his first piece of Shohei Ohtani ...

By Irene Wang KOSHIGAYA, Japan - In an online auction four years ago, Japanese dentist Yusuke Kamimura's father purchased his ...

The Japanese government announced that it needs to delay its plan to extend the northern Hokkaido Shinkansen Line.

Hokkaido and its capital are so much more than just winter attractions. Sure, there’s something magical about the island’s ...

Based on the hugely popular Satoru Noda manga, Netflix’s latest live action adaptation is a sequel to the 2024 Golden Kamuy film. The nine-episode series first aired in October 2024 in its native ...

Previewing the start of the 2025 MLB season as the Dodgers and Cubs square off in the Tokyo Series from March 18-19.

Niseko is riding a wave of increased global popularity, supported by the opening of new fancy resorts and eateries over the ...

There is still time to enjoy Japan’s winter delights – from ski runs to spectacular sights of frozen waterfalls – book your ...

While the country is having a banner ski season, exceptionally heavy snowfall has created challenges for resort workers.

The rapid spread of the wildfire in Ofunato was caused by both government neglect and the worsening of climate change around ...