Hokkaido Official Tourism Site HOKKAIDO LOVE!

The airport is complete with hot springs, cinemas, gourmet dining, and souvenir shops, enriching your Hokkaido experience from the moment you land.

Destination: Mukawa Town Hobetsu Museum

Once an ancient ocean 72 million years ago, this quiet town now hides the secrets of deep time.

At Hobetsu Museum, marvel at real fossils of marine reptiles —

Elasmosaurus, Mosasaurus, and Japan’s largest dinosaur, the “Mukawa-ryu.”

Walk among relics of a primordial world and imagine ancient waves rolling beneath your feet.

The museum will reopen in spring 2026 — a rebirth worth returning for.

Destination: Mukawa Town Area

Enjoy "Shishamo (Smelt)," a precious fish endemic to Japan, caught only in a small part of the Hokkaido Pacific coast.

You can savor various dishes like fried shishamo, karaage, or grilling them at your table, available at Michi-no-Eki Mukawa Shiki no Yakata and local restaurants.

Don’t miss the rare “Shishamo Sushi,” served only in autumn — a seasonal delicacy that lures gourmets from all over Japan.

Destination: Monbetsu Racecourse

Monbetsu Racecourse, located in Hidaka, is a valuable part of preserving Hokkaido's "Horse Culture." Witness the exciting runs of thoroughbreds up close on one of the largest local racecourses!

Entry is free of charge, and the venue offers plenty of family-friendly attractions. The local specialty is the "Bucket Jingisukan (Grilled Lamb BBQ)"—an original racecourse gourmet.

Enjoy the excitement of this horse region! (Night races, Grand Chariot Nighter, are also held on scheduled days.)

Destination: Riding Hills Shizunai

This is where you slow down, breathe deeply, and feel the rhythm of the land.

Meet gentle thoroughbreds, take beginner-friendly riding lessons,or simply watch horses grazing against a backdrop of rolling green hills.

The air here is fresh, the silence profound — and even without words, a quiet bond forms between you and these graceful animals.

Destination: Aeru Hotel and Resort, Urakawa

Nestled between the Hidaka Mountains and the endless Pacific, AERU offers more than accommodation — it offers belonging.

Here, every sunrise over the ocean feels like a gift, and every breath carries the scent of pine and sea salt.

Guests can visit the stables, meet champion horses, or enjoy activities like canoeing, cycling, and park golf.

As night falls, soak in a warm bath, dine on local seafood, and listen to the soft sounds of horses resting nearby.

This artistic garden unfolds across the southern edge of Tokachi like a living canvas.

Here bloom the “Six Flowers of Tokachi,” made famous by Rokka-tei confectionery wrappers.

Wander between wooden art pavilions brought from Croatia, hear the murmur of brooks, and breathe the scent of wildflowers and birch.

Every step reveals a new harmony of art and nature — a quiet beauty that lingers long after you leave.

Destination: Jingisukan Shirakaba Obihiro Main Store

Nowhere captures the flavor of Hokkaido like Jingisukan.

At Shirakaba’s Obihiro main store, fresh lamb is grilled over a dome-shaped iron pan, sizzling with a secret sauce that has been perfected for decades.

The sound, the aroma, the lively chatter — it’s an experience that feels both rustic and local.

Every bite tells a story of the north.

For over 30 years, Akiyo Shichiku has tended this vast garden with love and imagination.

Known as the “Fairy of Tokachi,” she transformed farmland into a paradise of flowers and dreams.

Walk among thousands of blossoms swaying in the wind, pause for a breakfast buffet under open skies, and feel as if time itself has slowed.

Destination: Michi-no-Eki Garden Spa Tokachigawa Onsen

At Tokachigawa, the hot springs are not born from rock, but from plants.

This rare, plant-derived “Moor Onsen” bath glows amber like liquid sunlight.

Immerse yourself in these silky waters that locals call the “Hot Spring for Beauties.”

Try the swimwear-friendly outdoor spa, browse local artisan goods, or take a hands-on class making ice cream or cheese.

It’s not just relaxation — it’s rejuvenation.

Stay in a luxury ryokan or a cozy inn where hospitality flows as warmly as the springs.

Wake to birdsong and breakfast made with Tokachi’s fresh dairy.

For the adventurous, take a sunrise hot-air balloon ride — watch the plains stretch endlessly below, painted in morning gold.

Explore 83,000 square meters of artistry in green.

Conifers and broadleaf trees from around the world create a patchwork of colors and textures.

Japanese elegance meets European design in this tranquil garden — a place to walk, reflect, and feel at peace with nature.

Destination: Obihiro City Area

In Hokkaido, ramen is more than food — it’s soul, a final, warm embrace.

Don't just eat it; savor it. Round off your journey with a steaming, customized bowl of Tokachi-style ramen, a hearty blend of local bounty and the spirit of northern hospitality.

Let it be the perfect, comforting climax to your open-road adventure.

Before your flight home, linger in the airport shops for one last taste of Tokachi’s sweetness.

Taste the final flavor of Tokachi — soft cheese, buttery cookies, sweet red bean paste — and watch the landscape fade into the clouds.

As your plane rises over the sunlit patchwork of fields, you’ll know this isn’t goodbye — only an invitation to return.