This multimodal route through the country’s Northern Alps is a great alternative to the similar journey around Mount Fuji — ...

The ‘great snowy mountains’ are a must for many hikers, but the fickle weather poses a threat for even the most accomplished.

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The Lucy hotel from luxury brand Hoshino Resorts is opening next to a national park in the Japanese countryside.

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Japan’s sidewalk restaurants, known as “yatai,” have almost entirely disappeared—except in Fukuoka, where they’ve undergone a ...

Video from the U.S. Geological Survey showed Kilauea volcano spewing lava more than 800 feet into the air in its latest eruption on Hawaii's Big Island. USGS said the eruption began around 4:15 p.m.

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In the shadow of Japan’s most iconic peak, a seemingly ordinary bridge has become the latest flashpoint in the country’s ...

We spent a full week exploring Whistler, Canada — and it was pure magic. From snow-covered forests and epic gondola rides to cozy mountain cabins and the best hot chocolate in town, this trip had ...

The number of foreign visitors to Japan soared 28.5 percent in April year-on-year to a record 3.91 million, official figures ...

Japan is known for its hot springs; Nagato Yumoto is a lesser-known town to visit for relaxation in the steamy waters.