Spot rare wildlife, soak in a hot spring and sail in a frozen wonderland on Japan’s northernmost island.

Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island ... When it comes to après-ski offerings, all-you-can-eat dining, hot springs, an indoor pool, game rooms, and a spa keep everyone entertained.

Hokkaido originally had no wild monkeys ... The garden's macaques can enjoy the hot springs until early May next year.

From the powder-fine snow in Hokkaido to the healing waters in hot spring towns all over the country, here are our top Japan travel destinations for 2025. Great powder, friendly people and the wonder ...