Toro is a tiny town deep in Hokkaido’s far eastern region that is often described as Japan’s last frontier. Read more at ...

This article was published in the Autumn 2024 issue of Litterae Populi. The full issue can be found here.Hokkaido University has a student group ...

It’s not clear whether the orca is a true albino or its white coloring was caused by another medical condition.

rebunense, which grows on Rebun Island in Hokkaido, moved to the "near threatened" category. Newly listed endangered species include Baeospora myriadophylla, which is seen in the Kanto region.

This is the best place to start your journey in the eastern part of the region of Hokkaido. There are exhibits about the ...

This underrated Japanese island is a paradise for outdoor lovers with its stunning tropical landscapes, unique wildlife, and ...

Passengers visit the wood-paneled car to relax and socialize, perhaps chatting about the wildlife they saw on their game drives ... specially curated by the train’s crew members from Eastern Japan and ...

THE VIEW Hokkaido is the Tasmania of Japan – the ... the immersion in the landscape and the wildlife. We went out on a Zodiac in the late afternoon and a whale sidled up beside us with her ...

The Japanese macaque, also known as the snow monkey, is one of Japan’s most iconic wildlife species. These primates are notable for their thick fur, which helps them survive in cold climates, ...