Hokkaido

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Best of Hakodate Motomachi: Sightseeing Points of Interest for First-Timers

Hakodate Historical Places

A stroll around Hakodate's Motomachi area is a sightseeing must when in Hokkaido! Hakodate is a city overflowing with foreign atmosphere and many excellent photo spots, from the view of the harbor looking down from Hachimanzaka to its many other historical buildings and churches such as the Former British Consulate of Hakodate. Hakodate has many attractions such as the night view from Mt. Hakodate and Goryokaku, but this time we will introduce recommended walking courses in the Motomachi area noted for its many scenic spots which can be walked in a couple of hours or so.

New Furano Prince Hotel: Discovering Natural Hot Springs and Flying Through the Air at Hokkaido's Awesome Resort

Furano / Biei / Sounkyo All You Can Eat
Hokkaido Is Incredible for Skiing! 10 Recommended Courses for High Quality Powder Snow at "Rusutsu”

Niseko / Rusutsu Skiing & Snowboarding
Noboribetsu Onsen Day Trip: Jigokudani 'Hell Valley' And a Natural Hot Spring Footbath!

Noboribetsu / Lake Toya Rivers, Lakes & Canyons
Shibazakura Park Hokkaido: In Japan's North, the Floor Comes Alive With the Colors of Sakura (Spring 2021 Edition)

Abashiri Other Nature
Come and Enjoy the Luxuries of Rusutsu Resort – Hokkaido’s Largest Resort!

Niseko / Rusutsu Skiing & Snowboarding
Skiing, Winter Activities & More! 5-Day Hokkaido Winter Trip Itinerary (Niseko/Rusutsu)

Niseko / Rusutsu Skiing & Snowboarding

Child-Friendly Japanese Foods

Sapporo / Chitose Udon & Soba

“Ewww! I don’t want to eat that!” One of the best things about traveling in Japan is the opportunity to try the local cuisine. But if you intend to travel with children, you might be worried that every meal will turn into a struggle. No problem! There are plenty of dishes in Japan that are familiar enough for picky eaters. No need to cancel your dinner plans, just ask for the kid’s menu and order some—

Getting Your Lift Ticket

Sapporo / Chitose Skiing & Snowboarding
Tips & Advice for Skiing & Snowboarding in Japan

Sapporo / Chitose Skiing & Snowboarding
What are Japanese Emoji and Emoji Goods You Need to Buy

Sapporo / Chitose
Doing Ski & Snowboard Rentals in Japan

Sapporo / Chitose Skiing & Snowboarding
Hoshino Resort Tomamu's Ice Village: Hokkaido Winter Wonderland!

Furano / Biei / Sounkyo Theme Parks
Internet Access in Japan

Sapporo / Chitose

Crispy, Tasty & Addictive! All About Japanese "Senbei" Rice Crackers

Sapporo / Chitose Other Japanese Food

If you haven’t tried them, senbei are a type of traditional Japanese cracker that have been enjoyed for centuries. First introduced to Japan via China in the Tang Dynasty, the original senbei were made from potato and had a cake-like texture. Since the Edo period, however, a salty soy sauce variety of senbei made with toasted rice became popular and nowadays senbei are popularly made with the same toasted rice recipe.

Wintertime Getaway: Preparing for Your Ski & Snowboard Holiday in Japan!

Sapporo / Chitose Skiing & Snowboarding
7 Inspiring Sights on Rebun Island, Japan's Secret Wild Northern Paradise

Wakkanai Other Nature
Daisetsu Mori-no Garden: Enjoy an elegant Hokkaido holiday at this fairy-tale forest!

Asahikawa Other Sightseeing
Japanese Drinking Culture is so Different! Exploring the World of Japanese Bars

Sapporo / Chitose
Matcha: How Powdered Green Tea is Produced

Sapporo / Chitose Other Japanese Food
Meibutsu: The Incredible World of Japanese Regional Dishes (Not Just Sushi!)

Sapporo / Chitose Other Japanese Food

Top 10 Sightseeing Spots Near the Hokkaido Marathon Route!

Sapporo / Chitose Other Sightseeing

Enjoy some sightseeing after the Hokkaido Marathon, the island's largest marathon. Summer in Sapporo has a refreshing average temperature of 26 degrees Celsius, and travelers flock to Hokkaido as a kind of summer retreat. It’s also a long-awaited season for sports enthusiasts, with clear, pleasant winds and the arrival of marathon season. After watching or participating in a race, you’ll surely want to do some sightseeing. Here are the ten top spots around the Hokkaido Marathon route ranging from famous sites to lesser-known places.