Don’t expect raucous party scenes or over-the-top après-ski. In Japan, it’s all about the snow. Here’s a primer on where to ...

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Bingxi as a form of performance for the court began in the Song Dynasty (960-1279) and reached its peak during Qing ...

A curated guide to essential gear, from technical layers to looking suave at après, by the brands that define winter in Japan ...

Sonoma’s Maki Aizawa, a co-curator of the remarkable Books Become Art exhibition at the Sonoma Valley Museum, talks with Anna ...

Spot rare wildlife, soak in a hot spring and sail in a frozen wonderland on Japan’s northernmost island.

Hundreds of people gathered Sunday at a Buddhist temple in downtown Tokyo, eagerly stretching their hands to catch the dried ...

The increased focus on foreign travelers follows the death of a Hong Kong woman on the outskirts of Otaru. The 61-year-old ...

Japan's regional wonders await discovery, offering a tapestry of natural beauty, rich traditions, and heartfelt local connections.

When I began writing and researching this guide three years ago, I’ll admit that I was the type of person who purchased a cheap pair of knit gloves at the start of every winter and simply hoped ...

As you gear up for your trip to Japan, it's important to stay ... colder conditions toward Sunday. Pack a heavy winter coat, insulated boots, gloves, and a hat to stay warm in the chilly and snowy ...