In winter, Japan’s northernmost main island Hokkaido is a place of snow-covered forests and white-crested volcanoes mirrored ...

Nearly every aspect of the country’s life is changing to adapt to the growing elderly population, from its public spaces to its social policies. One of the oldest geishas still working in Japan, Ikuko ...

Tim Anderson’s new book, Hokkaido, is inspired by Japan’s northernmost prefecture, where Western influences and Indigenous cooking create a cuisine like no other. Sapporo miso ramen is a complex yet ...

Living up to its nickname, ‘adventure island’, Hokkaido offers a host of thrills, no matter when you visit. In winter, its mountain resorts — all crisp, white powder and snow-topped peaks — have ...

In Kyushu and Central Japan, cascading waterfalls, ethereal forests, and rolling hills beckon visitors to discover their hidden wonders. Popular with cyclists, the undulating Kawauchi Pass includes a ...

At its western tip, Honshu, Japan’s main island, tapers into a green promontory: on the south coast, mighty cities cluster around the natural bays of the Inland Sea. On the wild, northern coast, small ...

Whether you’re a new visitor to the island or returning to experience more, new discoveries can be found on the trail and off it, from one region to the next. Join National Geographic on a ...

Situated in Japan’s landlocked prefecture of Gunma, Mount Akagi is ideal for cycling adventures. Hop on the saddle and soak up the splendour of its incredible natural scenery, weaving through rice ...

Mount Akagi's Tunnel of 1,000 Cherry Blossom Trees is often seen as one of Japan’s top destinations for cherry blossom viewing — the much-loved activity known as hanami. In 1956, local residents lined ...