From walking a historical trail to sipping fine wine in the mountains, there’s lots to do in Hakuba this holiday season ...

And the coach to Hakuba cost $25. Skiing there: Five days on the slopes cost us $600 per person, which included hire of skis, boots, poles, pants and jacket for about $60 per day and lift tickets ...

Hakuba Valley is startlingly beautiful. The Japanese Alps reach to the heavens and the ski lifts seem to trundle skywards forever. Some of the runs feel frighteningly close to the edge of the ...