Cape Puyuni
2014.08.31
Wild Nature

Cape Puyuni

Cape Puyuni, refering to a place of a hole in Ainu, is located the north-ward of Shiretoko Peninsula. This is in the area of The Shiretoko National Pa

Shiretoko Pass(知床峠)
2014.08.31
View

Shiretoko Pass(知床峠)

Route 334, known as the Shiretoko Connection Road (知床横断道路), connects Rausu and Utoro. Shiretoko Pass, situated south of Mt. Rausu-dake at an elevation

Kamuiwakka Hot Spring Falls(カムイワッカ湯の滝)
2014.08.31
Wild Nature

Kamuiwakka Hot Spring Falls(カムイワッカ湯の滝)

Hot spring water comes from Mt.Shiretoko-Iwozan, an active volcano, flowing into the Kamui-wakka River, so that it is the hot spring river. Kamui refe

Oronkoiwa Rock
2014.08.31
View

Oronkoiwa Rock

This massive rock holds historical significance from the Oronko people, the indigenous inhabitants of the area long ago. Standing 60 meters tall near

Oshinkoshin-no-taki Waterfall in Shiretoko
2014.08.31
View

Oshinkoshin-no-taki Waterfall in Shiretoko

This is well known as 'the twin beauties' fall', due to folking into two parts on the half-way down. You'll see the exciting waterfall at the side-ste

Shiretoko World Heritage Center
2014.08.31
Museum

Shiretoko World Heritage Center

The Shiretoko World Heritage Center offers life-size photographs showcasing brown bears, deer, and other wildlife inhabiting Shiretoko. Additionally,

Shiretoko National Park Nature Center
2014.08.31
Museum

Shiretoko National Park Nature Center

The Shiretoko Nature Center serves as the gateway to Shiretoko National Park, situated at the junction leading to Shiretoko Goko Lakes and Shiretoko P

How to Enjoy Niseko Ski Area
2014.08.30
Ski&Snowboard

How to Enjoy Niseko Ski Area

Niseko Ski Area, now known as 'Niseko United', comprises four ski areas located on Mt. Niseko-Annupuri, standing at 1,308 meters. It takes approximate

The 34th Sapporo White Illumination [Nov,21-Feb,14]
2014.08.30
Illumination

The 34th Sapporo White Illumination [Nov,21-Feb,14]

Sapporo White Illumination, which began in 1981, is one of Japan's largest illumination events. In Odori Park, numerous wire-frame statues adorned wit

Access to Shiretoko(Utoro): World Natural Heritage Site
2014.08.30
Transport

Access to Shiretoko(Utoro): World Natural Heritage Site

Here are some ways to access Shiretoko, a World Natural Heritage Site: From Sapporo to Shiretoko(Utoro) JR + Bus Take a Hakodate/Sekihoku line

Otaru Citizen Noh(おたる市民能): Tadanobu and Boshibari
2014.08.28
Theatre

Otaru Citizen Noh(おたる市民能): Tadanobu and Boshibari

This is a Noh program for novice audience who are not familiar to. The Noh program is performed by Otaru citizens with a cooperation of Noh school, So

Who Knows The FIAT tractor?
2014.08.25
Factory Tour

Who Knows The FIAT tractor?

I didn't know that FIAT made tractors. Is it a famous thing? Please tell me the story of this tractor. This is one of the beautiful tractor, I think.

“How Japan’s First Beer Was Made: Exploring the Sapporo Beer Museum”
2014.08.25
Factory Tour

“How Japan’s First Beer Was Made: Exploring the Sapporo Beer Museum”

When visiting Sapporo, trying some local beers, perhaps Sapporo Beer, is a must. Whether you're already a fan or not, a visit to the Sapporo Beer Muse

Shinsen-numa, where Gods and immortals exist, in Kyowa-cho
2014.08.21
Wild Nature

Shinsen-numa, where Gods and immortals exist, in Kyowa-cho

In mid-June, atop Mt. Chisenupuri in the Niseko Range, remnants of snow still cling to the mountain peaks of this volcanic region. Here, a vast lava p

Ohta Jinjya Shrine, Not Mountain Climbing, but Ascetic Practices
2014.08.18
Temples/shrines

Ohta Jinjya Shrine, Not Mountain Climbing, but Ascetic Practices

Ohta Jinjya Shrine is located in Setana, southwest Hokkaido and is believed to have been constructed between 1441 and 1443, making it the oldest shrin

More Shopping? Mitsui Outlet Park Sapporo Kitahiroshima
2014.08.14
Shopping

More Shopping? Mitsui Outlet Park Sapporo Kitahiroshima

Mitsui Outlet Park Sapporo Kitahiroshima is the largest outlet mall in Japan, featuring two main buildings. The older building is two stories tall, wh

Gotenzan Koen Park: For Family With Little Children
2014.08.13
Park

Gotenzan Koen Park: For Family With Little Children

Gotenzan Koen Park (五天山公園) is located in the Fukui area, to the west of Sapporo, specifically in Nishi-ku. Driving from Nishino to Bankei, you will se

Akarenga Cafe, A brand-new cool place in Sapporo
2014.08.09
Shopping

Akarenga Cafe, A brand-new cool place in Sapporo

Welcome to Akarenga Cafe, the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a coffee. Named after the iconic Red-Brick building known as 'Akarenga,' which refers to

Did you know Free Wifi at Ishiya Cafe in Odori?
2014.08.08
Wifi

Did you know Free Wifi at Ishiya Cafe in Odori?

A brand-new building at the corner of N1W3, Ishiya Seika, a renowned confectionery company in Hokkaido, now hosts the Ishiya Cafe at the underground s

One of the three major disappoint place in Japan, Clock Tower(時計台)?
2014.08.06
Historical Place

One of the three major disappoint place in Japan, Clock Tower(時計台)?

Known as 'Tokeidai' (時計台), the Clock Tower is located in the center of Sapporo, near Odori Koen Park at N1W2, Chuo-ku. This National Important Cultura