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Japan's northernmost point offers quintessential Hokkaido scenery

WAKKANAI, Hokkaido -- It has been nearly a year and a half since I began living in Hokkaido. In winter, ice and snow make long drives difficult. This

  • Cape Soya in Hokkaido offers quintessential Japanese scenery
  • Writer visits Cape Soya after a year and a half in Hokkaido
  • Soya Hills and White Path provide unique, postcard-worthy views

Japan's ekiden relay tradition takes root in Britain

LONDON (Kyodo) -- A Japanese running tradition, the ekiden relay, is putting down roots in Britain, where runners are embracing the teamwork and sense

  • British ekiden relay inspired by Japanese Hakone Ekiden tradition.
  • First UK Ekiden held in June 2024 with 17 university teams.
  • Event aims to teach children teamwork values, similar to Japan's century-old race.

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