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Hokuto Sakura Corridor, Weeping Cherry Blossom and Cherry Blossom Tunnel at the Site of Matsumae Clan’s Hekirichi-jin’ya in Hokuto City
If you're in Hakodate, why not take a trip to the neighboring city of Hokuto to see some cherry blossom hotspots? In Hokuto, there's the Hokuto Sak

How to Take a walk around Lake Ohnuma of Nanae town, Hokkaido for about 30 minutes
Ōnuma is located along the drive from Sapporo to Hakodate or from Hakodate towards Sapporo. Ōnuma offers a large, free parking area, so you should

How to enjoy observing the Greater White-fronted Geese that migrate in the spring and autumn in Miyajima-numa in Bibai city
This article was written on 12 April 2024. As snow melts across various parts of Hokkaido, spring arrives all at once. The mountains still carry a

How to get to Lake On-neto, mysterious lake near Lake Akanko in Winter
If you have come to Lake Akan, be sure to also visit Lake Onneto. Lake Onneto is located at the westernmost end of Akan-Mashu National Park, at the f

How to Enjoy Drift Ice in Abashiri, The one-of-a-kind winter scenery you absolutely must see in the world
Have you seen Drift Ice? You can see drift ice in Abashiri from late January to March. This is the one-of-a-kind winter scenery you absolutely must

How to fun Lake Akan in Winter?
There are many enjoyable activities at Lake Akan in winter. Here, Akan is one of the coldest regions in Hokkaido. If you come to Akan in winter, yo

How to walk Higashimokoto Shibazakura Park: A Renowned Spring Destination for Moss Phlox called “Shibazakura”
If you're planning a spring trip to eastern Hokkaido, don't miss out on a visit to Higashimokoto Shibazakura Park. The best time to go is just after G

Explore Mt. Mokotoyama: A 2-Hour Hike Unveiling Spectacular Scenery
Experience the splendor of Mt. Mokotoyama, offering a sweeping panorama of Lake Kussharo, through a beginner-friendly hiking trail boasting breathtaki

How to hike Mt.Ichankoppe near Lake Shikotsu
Next to Lake Shikotsu lies Mount Ichankoppe. On the day we climbed, May 2, 2023, the weather was sunny, making it a perfect day for hiking. This mo

How to Enjoy Icebreaker “Garinko-go” and Drift Ice Adventure in Monbetsu
The best way to see the magnificent drift ice of the Sea of Okhotsk is undoubtedly from the deck of a ship! While drift ice tours are available from b

Enjoy Watching Horses Galloping to Shake Off Winter Sluggishness in Otofuke
Experience the Thrill of Watching Horses Galloping on Snowy Grounds! Immerse yourself in the exhilarating sight of a troop of horses dashing across

How to enjoy Jewelry Ice in Otsu, Toyokoro, steeped in Photogenic World
The cold never bothered me anyway... You can truly say that phrase here because you've stepped into a perfect, photogenic world. Despite the -15°C

Watching Red-crowned cranes from The Bridge Otowabashi in Tsuruimura
The most renowned avian inhabitant of eastern Hokkaido is the red-crowned crane, also known as the Japanese crane. With an impressive wingspan of 2

Kappa Liner(かっぱライナー号):Non-stop Bus from Sapporo to Jozankei
About Kappaliner Kappa Liner is a direct bus for Jozankei from a city area of Sapporo which takes 60 minutes. You can also take rapid 7 (快速7)

One of the most valuable Ski Area, Furano Ski Area as No.1
Do you imagine if you monopolized the whole powder snow ski area all day long? Yes, it's real you could do it. Should I say it would be happy

Hiking Mt.Haku-un-zan at lake Shikaribetsuko
If you’re looking for a tranquil and secluded spot, consider visiting Lake Shikaribetsu and hiking Mt. Hakuun. I visited with my family in early wi

The biggest caldera Lake Kussharoko in Akan National Park
Lake Kussharoko is one of the most beautiful lake in Japan. I've came here so many times but no bored. Its surface is completely calm and clear so th

Kayaking on the Lake Chimikeppu, perfect calm and wildness
I have been here the lake Chimikeppu 3 times before this day. And I used to say 'I would bring a canoe' every time. But I didn't have any canoe or ka

Kayaking down the Kushiro River from Lake Kussharoko
The Kushiro river is a sacred one for Canoe and Kayak. The river starts from the south of the Lake Kussharoko near a small bridge called 'Choko

Furano Skiing: No Crowds During the Pandemic
These breathtaking sceneries are incredibly rare to find in such a famous ski area. This is the Furano Ski Area on March 16, 2021, one year after t