If you’re looking to venture off the beaten path or find something unique, then this list of hidden gems across Japan is for you! From Hokkaido’s secret ski resort and steakhouse, to an insect ...

The Marine Corps on Tuesday identified Cpl. Jason P. Cockrell as the Marine who died over the weekend on a mountain hike in ...

Welcome to Northern Japan Horizons, your gateway to the serene landscapes, rich culture, and hidden gems of Tohoku and ...

Our favorites are Hakuba Happo-One for its backcountry access, Hakuba 47 and Goryu for endless groomers and terrain parks, ...

Join National Geographic photographer Jonathan Irish on a journey through Tokyo, Japan, capturing the city's vibrant food ...

Okagi Hayashi, a 115-year-old woman in central Japan recognized as the country's oldest person, died at the weekend from heart failure, the health ministry said Monday. Hayashi, who was born on Sept 2 ...

Packing for Japan ... National Park, where lower trails open by late May with sweeping views. Or head to Shiretoko Peninsula for wildlife cruises—dolphins, seabirds, and even bears waking from ...

Finally, in 1921, Hot Springs received its beloved title as a national park. Most national parks require visitors to trek far beyond the nearest city limits to enjoy its beauty. But the uniqueness ...

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A local fishing operator in Hokkaido is preparing to hold a shipboard ceremony to remember people who died in the fatal tourist boat sinking off the coast of the Shiretoko Peninsula in the ...

With schools letting out, June is an ideal month to pack up the car and visit many of the national parks in the United States, thanks to the warm summer weather that makes it an excellent time for ...

One of the best ways to enjoy the country’s natural beauty is visiting national parks. The week from April 19 to April 27 is National Park Week, a major occasion for the landmarks. To celebrate ...