SAPPORO—This ski season in Hokkaido, a growing number of skiers and snowboarders have gotten lost in the backcountry after venturing beyond resort boundaries. On Feb. 5, a rescue request was ...

Some ski towns in Japan are booming from a rise in international visitors, while resorts in other areas are closing as ...

If you’re heading straight to Hokkaido, it’s possible to connect from Tokyo to Sapporo via a short flight. For backcountry ski access, it can be a good idea to rent a car or van, but be ready to drive ...

Hi, it’s Kanoko in Tokyo. I was on our family’s annual skiing trip last week when a wave of infectious gastroenteritis ...

The snow is very, very wet and heavy there. I can ski much better in Hokkaido.” Hokkaido is surrounded by water, which fuels the weather systems that produce the consistent dry powder it is ...

Japan’s north island has a unique solution for skiers in search of unique culture and the world’s most famous snow ...

Niseko ski resort in Hokkaido, Japan. YANG WEI / FOR CHINA DAILY Many ski resorts in Japan are facing difficulty in staying open. As the number of domestic skiers and snowboarders declines ...

Known for its abundant “Japow” or Japanese powder, Kiroro has earned a reputation as one of Hokkaido’s premier skiing destinations. Established in 1991, Kiroro Snow World stands out as one ...

As Japan celebrates another winter of epic snowfall, our writer discovers some of the world’s best skiing on it’s northernmost island ...

Hoshino Resorts Tomamu, located in central Hokkaido, features a ski area and tower hotels that are popular with tourists from China and other countries. Shanghai Yuyuan Tourist Mart acquired the ...

At Club Med, spring skiing is more than just a holiday—it's a season of discovery. Enjoy pristine slopes with fewer crowds, ...

And some ski resorts in Japan, France, and Canada, in particular, stay open far later into the year than one might assume.