The usual animal cafés will let you snuggle up with cats, dogs or bunny rabbits but this café in Japan allows you to cosy up with…hedgehogs!

Mix and match these great attractions in Hokkaido, from Lake Akan to New Chitose Airport.

I conquered my fear of being naked in public. My first onsen experience in Japan was awkward, stomach-churning but definitely worth it!

Known for its world-class powder snow, Niseko in Japan’s Hokkaido prefecture is definitely a place to add in your winter bucket list.