SAPPORO--Record snowfall paralyzed transportation networks here and in its neighboring region, forcing a railway operator to cancel all train services to and from the prefectural capital on Feb. 7. In ...

SAPPORO--City officials here will impose stricter measures to battle the growing COVID-19 crisis, but some of the loudest ...

As Hokkaido’s long winter season comes to a close, the melting ice and warm weather signify the beginning of spring. Living in Sapporo for four years now, spring is one of my favorite seasons as the ...

Hokkaido, Japan’s second largest island, is teeming with fresh seafood. But it’s really the crab – kani, in Japanese – which is most sought-after. Here are the seven of the best spots to enjoy crab in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover the business of beer and alcohol, mixed with a little politics The news hit the papers the next morning. “How could this ...

‍ SAPPORO — Accompany us on a scheduled service with Japan's budget carrier, Jetstar Japan (GK). This flight was on March 31, ...

TOKYO/HONG KONG (Reuters) -Three groups including Bain Capital and KKR are preparing to bid for Sapporo Holdings' real estate business, according to two sources familiar with the matter. The sale ...

Sapporo beer is taking a walk on the dark side. Hoping to keep pace with a growing number of consumers looking for the next new thing, the Japanese beer maker is releasing Premium Black, its first new ...