Hakodate

Hakodate is a charming port town known for its beautiful night views and historical buildings, captivating visitors with attractions such as Goryokaku and the Western-style houses in Motomachi. It also offers fresh seafood and hot springs, providing a unique experience that blends culture and nature, making it a treasure of Hokkaido.

Nearby Areas

Sapporo

Sapporo is the central city of Hokkaido, where beautiful nature and urban charm blend together. Odori Park, Sapporo Clock Tower, and the Snow Festival in winter create a culturally rich area where you can enjoy local delicacies such as Jingisukan and ramen.

Asahikawa, Biei, Furano

The Asahikawa-Biei-Furano area is a tourist destination known for its beautiful landscapes created by the great nature of Hokkaido and the seasonal flowers. In particular, the blue pond in Biei and the lavender fields in Furano attract visitors, and the Asahikawa Zoo allows people to interact with a variety of animals, making it a popular spot for families.

Otaru/Yoichi

The Otaru & Yoichi area is a treasure of Hokkaido, featuring the charming canals and historic warehouses of Otaru City, as well as the renowned sake and wine-producing town of Yoichi. Visitors can enjoy fresh seafood and sweets, and experience the rich culture and nature that captivates guests, including Otaru's glass crafts and Yoichi's whiskey distilleries.

Niseko/Rusutsu

Niseko-Rusutsu is a ski resort area surrounded by the great nature of Hokkaido, where you can enjoy world-famous powder snow. The beautiful landscapes of the four seasons, hot springs, and local gourmet food are also attractions, providing heartwarming experiences for visitors.

Shikotsu Lake

Shikotsu Lake is a hidden gem in Hokkaido, boasting beautiful transparency and surrounded by magnificent mountains and seasonal nature. Additionally, the area around the lake is rich in hot springs and hiking trails, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

Muroran, Toya, Noboribetsu

The Muroran, Toya, and Noboribetsu area is a gem of Hokkaido, characterized by beautiful natural landscapes and a rich hot spring culture. Particularly, the stunning views of Lake Toya, the steamy hot springs of Noboribetsu, and the magnificent coastline of Muroran captivate visitors and provide healing for both body and soul.

Tokachi / Obihiro

Tokachi-Obihiro is a beautiful area surrounded by the great nature of Hokkaido, featuring vast fields and stunning landscapes. In particular, visitors can enjoy fresh agricultural products grown in the Tokachi Plain, as well as the local specialty, butadon (pork rice bowl). There are also hot spring resorts and art museums scattered throughout the region, making it an attractive tourist spot that blends nature and culture.

Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun

The Wakkanai, Rishiri, and Rebun area is located at the northernmost tip of Hokkaido, offering beautiful natural landscapes and rich marine resources. The stunning views of Mount Rishiri on Rishiri Island and the blooming flowers on Rebun Island attract visitors, making it a special place where one can deeply experience the local culture and traditions.

Shiretoko, Abashiri, Kitami, Monbetsu

The Shiretoko, Abashiri, Kitami, and Mombetsu area is a place where the great nature of Hokkaido thrives, offering stunning views of the world heritage Shiretoko Peninsula and the beautiful Sea of Okhotsk. It is dotted with attractive spots where you can experience Okhotsk drift ice tourism, fresh local seafood, and Ainu culture, captivating visitors with the beauty of nature in every season and its rich food culture.

Kushiro, Nemuro, Akan

The Kushiro-Nemuro-Akan area is a gem of Hokkaido, where magnificent nature and rich culture blend together. The beautiful landscapes of Kushiro Wetlands and Lake Akan, along with the fresh seafood of Nemuro and the experience of Ainu culture, provide unforgettable memories for visitors.

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