Locals are surprised this labour-intensive work, usually frowned upon, has turned into a profitable tourist venture.

Japan lends itself to a multi-day guided walking trip, a rich culture with a surprising amount of wilderness to explore, ...

Tokyo, Nagano is a magnet for skiers and snowboarders, but it also has temples, macaque monkeys and a town Hokusai painted in ...

Creation legends and folk tales swirl like snow and leaves across the protected landscapes of Japan. This selection of four ...

Travel to Japan has exploded in recents years. Sustainable tourism advocates say the country needs to be proactive at ...

Three hotel workers were found dead Tuesday in northeastern Japan after conducting routine maintenance on a hot spring source ...

As sightseers from Thailand marveled at the pristine white snow, their gleeful cries echoed throughout the landscape.

This city in northern Japan is famed for its ramen and winters. Dig into a bowl of steaming noodles in the birthplace of miso ...

KUTCHAN, Hokkaido--An internationally renowned ski resort area in the Niseko region in southwest Hokkaido is often said to be part of Japan ... accompanied him on the trip, works for a major ...

The IT contractor said he was seduced by the contrast of the traditional temple-esque slanted roof with the large yard and ...

Tswalu Kalahari is the largest private game resort in South Africa, offering a luxurious stay with all-inclusive experiences ...

Heavy snow is expected to fall mainly on the Sea of Japan side of Honshu on Tuesday, due to a strong winter pressure pattern.