Hakodate's famed 'Million Dollar Night View' has been obscured by overwhelming crowds, leaving both tourists and locals frustrated.
Lawson, the convenience store that became a popular spot for tourists due to its view of Mount Fuji, has removed the curtain that once obscured the iconic mountain.
A summer beach outing turned into a scene of chaos as a dolphin attacked a child, leaving beachgoers in shock and panic.
Widespread disruptions occurred at Hokkaido's New Chitose Airport last Saturday after a pair of scissors went missing, leading to a re-screening of passengers and widespread confusion. The airport's operating company announced that the missing scissors were found the following day.
Japan's first drone-operated fireworks show took to the skies Sunday at the Summer Sonic 2024 music festival, held at Expo Memorial Park in Sugita City.
Japanese summer festivals, or "matsuri," are a beloved tradition, attracting many who revel in the joy of Bon Odori, indulge in street food, and try their hand at classic festival games. How are foreign visitors enjoying these summer festivities?
After Typhoon No. 7 passed, clear skies spread over Hachijojima over the weekend, where tourists were seen enjoying hikes through landscapes that seemed to transport them back to the age of dinosaurs.
Tokyo Bay's waters have taken on a pale blue hue due to a phenomenon known as 'blue tide.' This occurs when a large amount of plankton dies and sinks to the bottom of the sea, leading to a decrease in oxygen levels in the water. Strong winds then cause the oxygen-depleted water to rise, resulting in the change in color.