Japanese cranes, one of the world's rarest cranes and a symbol of longevity, perform stunning winter courtship dances at a sanctuary in Hokkaido.
On Amami Oshima island, Ceylon blue glassy tiger butterflies hibernate together on branches, typically until early March, waiting for warmer temperatures.
January to February is the best time to see the ice bubbles of Lake Nukabira in Hokkaido, a fascinating phenomenon that only occurs when the lake...
The centerpiece of the event is the iconic tower from the Japan World Exposition held in Osaka in 1970, created by renowned artist Taro Okamoto.
Rishiri Island, off the coast of Hokkaido, is famous for its kelp and sea urchin. With an aging population, it is finding new ways to keep...
Yamagata is a perfect gateway to the authentic Japan. Many of its age-old mountains and remote onsen ryokans have been largely untouched by mainstream tourism.
Without the need for a trail, you get unfiltered access to Japan's picture-perfect snow scene. Snowshoeing is the perfect activity for anyone who can walk.
Tokyo experienced its heaviest snowfall in four years in late January 2018. It brought travel chaos—halting train service in the megacity, while 250 international flights...