Opened in 1988, the tunnel overcame major engineering challenges and has boosted tourism and trade between Japan's islands.

The town is set to levy the first new tax in Hokkaido to mitigate the impact of overtourism. Biei, located in central part of Japan’s northern main island, is renowned for breathtaking ...

SETANA, Hokkaido--A rising number of people are ... That spot within the mountain offers a breathtaking view of the Sea of Japan with Okushirito island in the distance. Two company employees ...