this is a strong signal for ski resorts to decarbonize and not use fossil fuels." (Japanese original by Kohei Shinkai, Hokkaido News Bureau) ...

SHIMUKAPPU, Hokkaido--A French man was feared dead after an avalanche hit a group of eight people at a ski resort here around 3:50 p.m. on Jan. 30, police and fire department officials said.

Exclusive resorts, from Megève to Niseko, are home to a wealth of catered chalets, luxury spa experiences and ...

Likewise, those who base themselves in Asahikawa can not only explore Hokkaido’s breathtaking natural scenery but visit a ...

About a 2.5 hour-drive south of Hokkaido’s capital, Sapporo, the Niseko ski area is comprised of four interconnected resorts known as Niseko United. “I believe we have the best powder in the ...

The Standard checks out one of its top resorts Hokkaido’s fabled powder snow puts a visit to ... family-friendly apartments and ski-in, ski-out access. A suite at the Hinode Hills hotel. From there we ...

Police in Hokuto City, Hokkaido, have arrested a 51-year-old man on suspicion of assaulting a female bar employee by biting her middle finger and punching her in the cheek. The incident occurred at ...

To help you pick your powder, here is a side-by-side look at three favourite Japanese ski spots, Niseko included. The rundown ...

Powder days in Whistler do happen, but it's a rare occurrence. There's a reason they call it "Ja-pow" at Hokkaido ski resorts. In Whistler and local mountains across British Columbia, my quick ...

The most popular skiing can be split into two main areas: Nagano/Hakuba (main island), and the various ski resorts around Sapporo like Niseko and Rusutsu (on Hokkaido). Of course, there are dozens of ...

This unique resort lets guests enjoy both the unconventional side of Hokkaido, and Club Med’s signature premium all-inclusive ...

Together, Aomori and Sapporo receive a staggering 42 feet of snow per year, creating winter wonderlands in the middle of ...