SAPPORO -- The problem of "overtourism," marked by an excessive concentration of travelers negatively impacting local ...

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

Overtourism is causing disruptions to the lives of residents here, a popular destination for travelers.In the first half of ...

Adora Cruises announced today that it will offer longer cruises to Japan’s Hokkaido region during the summer of 2025.

Drive an hour in any direction from Hokkaido’s capital, Sapporo, and you’ll find yourself in the agricultural region of Japan ...

Otaru in Hokkaido is a highly popular tourist destination among both foreigners and Japanese. Therefore, depending on the season, it can be extremely crowded, making it difficult to board your ...

It's the post bridal season of honeymoons, and here we list some of the most off beat and low key honeymoon destinations ...

sent a distress signal to the First Regional Coast Guard Headquarters based in Otaru, Hokkaido, at 1:13 p.m. while it was taking on water. Two of the 24 passengers were children. The Kazu 1 ...

The Diamond Princess is returning to Japan and the Far East after completing a winter program in Australia. As part of a ...