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Illuminations at Odori Park 2025
Experience the magic of winter in Sapporo with two of its most iconic events - the White Illumination and the Snow Festival. These events light up the

The 2026 Ski Season is Just Around the Corner
Winter is fast approaching and with it comes the much-anticipated 2026 ski season. However, despite the anticipation, ski resorts in Sapporo city have

Hokkaido Winter 2026: Beat the Crowds!
Winter is fast approaching! When you think of winter in Hokkaido, you imagine powder snow, magnificent snow festivals, and fresh seafood! Visited by c

Autumn Foliage at Asahidake: September 2025
Asahidake in Higashikawa Town is renowned for having the earliest autumn foliage in Japan. Every year, visitors flock to this location to witness the

Exploring the Hills of Biei in Half a Day
Experience the beauty of Biei's hills in just half a day. The itinerary includes visits to Shikisai-no-oka Panoramic Flower Gardens, Zerubu no Oka, an

The Breathtaking Sunflower Fields of Hokuryu Town
The best time to visit the stunning sunflower fields of Hokuryu Town is from mid-July to mid-August, coinciding perfectly with the 'Sunflower Festival

Ueno Farm: A Hilltop Haven
Ueno Farm, perched atop a gentle hill, is a delightful destination with a myriad of attractions. Its charm changes with the seasons, offering visitors

Shiretoko Rausu Visitor Center in Rausu
Rausu Visitor Center The Shiretoko Rausu Visitor Center is a facility established by the Ministry of the Environment as a base to connect people wi

Fishing Boats Trapped in Drift Ice in Rausu
While Okhotsk drift ice is famous in Monbetsu and Abashiri, it sometimes drifts further south, reaching Shari Town in Shiretoko, and even rounding

Drive Carefully: Watch Out for Ezo Deer!
How to Avoid Deer Collisions In Hokkaido, there were 5,287 accidents involving Ezo deer in 2023, a number that is on the rise. This increase is dir
