Explore Sapporo in the Snow
Sapporo is the fifth most populous city in Japan, yet most of the big tourist attractions can be reached on foot from Sapporo Station.
Wonders of Japan: Activities Amidst Nature
Experience a variety of sports activities carried out amidst nature.
Wonders of Japan: Hospitality
Experience the welcoming culture of hospitality that is the pride of Japan.
Japan's 7 Best Spring Ski Locations
Ski & Snowboard , Tohoku Resorts
Japan gets so much snow that some of its biggest resorts offer skiing into the second week of May—and there's even one that goes into July!
Ekiben: Symbols of Colorful Local Culture
There was a time in Japanese history when each domain acted practically as its own country. So it's hardly surprising that each area developed its own culture and customs, giving a distinctive flavor and flair to each region.
Wonders of Japan: Industrial Heritage
Historical Site , World Heritage
Get to know modern community development while viewing heritage sites from Japan's industrial revolution.
4 Premium Packaged Plants
Japanese Food , The Wonder 500
This great selection highlights the Japanese art of packaged food, where almost anything can find itself inside a plastic wrapper!
The Train that Wouldn't Quit in 2015
This small train station in Hokkaido has kept open for one high school girl until she graduates at the end of March 2016.
Dive Into Ainu Culture
Discover the culture and traditions of the Ainu as we take an in-depth look into one of Japan's largest indigenous populations.
Navigating the Sapporo Snow Festival
Featuring intricate snow and ice sculptures on a monumental scale—including pop culture icons and near-life-sized replicas of famous structures—the Sapporo Snow Festival draws over 2 million visitors each year.
9 Best Backcountry Ski Spots in Japan
Ski & Snowboard , Tohoku Resorts
When you get tired of the pistes, there's always plenty of powder off the back—or further up! From Nagano to Hokkaido, here are the nine best backcountry ski spots in the country.
Ginormous Anime Snow Sculptures
It seems the 2016 Sapporo Snow Festival has some larger-than-life anime characters in store!
Flowers & Festivals in Hokkaido
How about strolling in endless fields of lavender, sunflowers and wheat to experience the natural wonders of the great island of Hokkaido?
The 5 Best Ski & Snowboard Locations in Japan
Did your favorite Japanese ski or snowboard spot make it to the Top 5?
8 Incredible Snow Scenes in Japan
Here's a selection of places that are beautiful in the warm weather, but in the winter, that beauty is multiplied!
GoPro Snowboarding Perfection in Niseko
Two snowboarding GoPro athletes explore the white wilds of winter in Niseko, Hokkaido.
7 Sweet Reasons to Visit Snowy Hokkaido
Here are seven snacks to whet your appetite and encourage you to break out your snow boots.
5 Winter Day Trips from Sapporo
Sapporo is an ideal base from which to explore other areas of vast Hokkaido! From penguins to icebreakers, and ice sculptures to festivals, Hokkaido has so much to see and experience.
Find Food Heaven in Hokkaido
Please, please eat something before watching this video about what to eat in Hokkaido. You've been warned.
6 Beautiful Japanese Glasses
Often utilizing vivid colors, these blown glass glasses are wonderful examples of a traditional Japanese technique.
