Nagano (長野) is one of Japan’s top travel spots, known for its seasonal beauty, stunning mountains, and rich history and culture. This guide covers the best times to visit, must-see sights, local food, ...

Situated within 2.5 km of Tsugaike Kogen Ski Area and 49 km of Nagano Station, The Bunkhouse Hakuba features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Hakuba. With free private parking, ...

A man died and two were injured in a stabbing attack at a train station in Nagano, a popular ski resort in central Japan, police said. The incident, suspected to be a random attack with no one ...

along with the more famed Japanese ski resorts of Niseko and Hakuba, is known for powder snow, dubbed “Japow.” The resort areas are a huge part of Japan’s tourism boom, also fuelled by a ...

But Nagano's Hakuba ... Rising international interest to ski in Japan is fueling an influx of investment, as foreigners scoop up homes and pour money into resort developments.

Getting around: The Shinkansen train is such an efficient way to get from Tokyo to the Niigata ski resorts; once there, bus, train or taxi travel between resorts is easy. Or you can drive from the ...

Hakuba Valley is startlingly beautiful. The Japanese Alps reach to the heavens and the ski lifts seem to trundle skywards forever. Some of the runs feel frighteningly close to the edge of the ...

Japan has two main ski regions: the Japanese Alps (located near the Sea of Japan in the country’s west) and the northern island of Hokkaido (around the city of Sapporo). To choose the best resort for ...

From walking a historical trail to sipping fine wine in the mountains, there’s lots to do in Hakuba this holiday season ...

Experience the charm of imperial Japan from the comfort of this modern retreat in Matsushiro, a quaint historic town in Nagano. Perfectly positioned to explore the region, this contemporary hotel ...