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Quirky Quakes - A tale of Earthquakes

“What was that?” Before I could even ask her aloud, the floor started shaking again—like riding in a speeding car over endless speed breakers.

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Tengu's Walk on Fire: The Furubira Fire Festival

Tengu's Walk on Fire: The Furubira Fire Festival

Experience the vibrant traditions, rituals, and community spirit of the Furubira Fire Festival in Hokkaido, Japan, where Tengu and volunteers walk through fire in a breathtaking display.

A Beginner’s Guide: Essential Camping Tools to Get Started

A Beginner’s Guide: Essential Camping Tools to Get Started

A practical guide for first-time campers, with a recommended list of essential tools and tips for a safe and enjoyable camping experience.

Wild Onsen near Mt. Shikaribetsu in Shikaoi, Hokkaido

Wild Onsen near Mt. Shikaribetsu in Shikaoi, Hokkaido

Experience the unique adventure of camping and soaking in a wild onsen near Mt. Shikaribetsu, Hokkaido, with local stories and practical tips.

Engaru Archaeological Centre: Tracing Hokkaido's Ancient Cultures

Engaru Archaeological Centre: Tracing Hokkaido's Ancient Cultures

Discover the Shirataki Palaeolithic site and the unique prehistoric cultures of Hokkaido at the Engaru Archaeological Centre.

Quirky Quakes - A tale of Earthquakes

Quirky Quakes - A tale of Earthquakes

“What was that?” Before I could even ask her aloud, the floor started shaking again—like riding in a speeding car over endless speed breakers.

Lake Toya and Volcanic Wonders of Hokkaido

Lake Toya and Volcanic Wonders of Hokkaido

Exploring Lake Toya, its volcanic origins, and the unique attractions of Hokkaido, Japan.

Sapporo Jozankei Nature Village: A Campsite Guide

Sapporo Jozankei Nature Village: A Campsite Guide

A practical guide to Sapporo Jozankei Nature Village, a campsite near Sapporo, with tips on lodging, access, and activities for campers.

Breathtaking Sunrise from the Top of Mt. Sapporo, Hokkaido

Breathtaking Sunrise from the Top of Mt. Sapporo, Hokkaido

A personal account of a night trek and sunrise experience atop Mt. Sapporo, Hokkaido, with lessons in nature, culture, and adventure.

Climate Posts

El Niño and the Indian Monsoon — A Tug of War Across Oceans

El Niño and the Indian Monsoon — A Tug of War Across Oceans

El Niño suppresses India's monsoon — but not always. This article unpacks the ENSO-monsoon link, regional contrasts, and the Indian Ocean Dipole's counterforce role.

Super El Niño 2026: Why the Positive Indian Ocean Dipole Offers Hope Against Drought

Super El Niño 2026: Why the Positive Indian Ocean Dipole Offers Hope Against Drought

Latest forecasts predict a Super El Niño event for 2026, but a concurrent positive Indian Ocean Dipole is expected to prevent the typical drought conditions over the Indian subcontinent.

महाराष्ट्राचा २०२६ पावसाळा: सुपर एल निनो आणि सकारात्मक IOD यांचा परिणाम

महाराष्ट्राचा २०२६ पावसाळा: सुपर एल निनो आणि सकारात्मक IOD यांचा परिणाम

२०२६ च्या सुपर एल निनो आणि सकारात्मक भारतीय महासागरीय डिपोल (IOD) चा महाराष्ट्राच्या पावसाळ्यावर कसा परिणाम होणार आहे याचे वैज्ञानिक विश्लेषण.

चक्रीवादळे वळत आहेत — आपली धोरणे त्यानुसार वळणार का?

चक्रीवादळे वळत आहेत — आपली धोरणे त्यानुसार वळणार का?

पूर्वी बंगालच्या उपसागरातील बहुतेक चक्रीवादळे भारताच्या दक्षिण-पूर्व किनारपट्टीवरील राज्यांमध्ये धडकत असत. मात्र CMIP6 उच्च रिझोल्यूशन हवामान मॉडेल्सवर आधारित २०१५ ते २०५० या कालावधीतील अंदाज दर्शवतात की चक्रीवादळांच्या मार्गांमध्ये हळूहळू उत्तरेकडे झुकणारा बदल होत आहे. या बदलामुळे चक्रीवादळे आता अधिकाधिक ओडिशा आणि पश्चिम बंगालच्या दिशेने सरकण्याची शक्यता वाढत असल्याचे स्पष्ट होते.

Outdoor Posts

A Beginner’s Guide: Essential Camping Tools to Get Started

A Beginner’s Guide: Essential Camping Tools to Get Started

A practical guide for first-time campers, with a recommended list of essential tools and tips for a safe and enjoyable camping experience.

Wild Onsen near Mt. Shikaribetsu in Shikaoi, Hokkaido

Wild Onsen near Mt. Shikaribetsu in Shikaoi, Hokkaido

Experience the unique adventure of camping and soaking in a wild onsen near Mt. Shikaribetsu, Hokkaido, with local stories and practical tips.

Sapporo Jozankei Nature Village: A Campsite Guide

Sapporo Jozankei Nature Village: A Campsite Guide

A practical guide to Sapporo Jozankei Nature Village, a campsite near Sapporo, with tips on lodging, access, and activities for campers.

Breathtaking Sunrise from the Top of Mt. Sapporo, Hokkaido

Breathtaking Sunrise from the Top of Mt. Sapporo, Hokkaido

A personal account of a night trek and sunrise experience atop Mt. Sapporo, Hokkaido, with lessons in nature, culture, and adventure.