Visiting Japan in 2026? Go north for a different experience

Visiting Japan in 2026? Go north for a different experience

TOKYO – Kyoto, temples, neon lights, crowds. For many, Japan is nothing more than that. But in the north, Hokkaido provides an entirely different experience. It is a journey where the sounds of silence, open spaces, and nature take center stage. As travelers around the world look to escape mass tourism, the island stands as a true alternative: A destination where travel still means discovery. When most people choose their destinations based on w…