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SL Fuyu-no-Shitsugen Train

Operating only from January to March, the SL Fuyu-no-Shitsugen Train is a steam locomotive that ru…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

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Horomitoge Lavender Park

From the Horomi Pass Lookout, visitors can see an incredible view of Sapporo sprawl out before the…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Lake Shikaribetsu

Lake Shikaribetsu is the only natural lake located within Daisetsuzan National Park. Situated at a…

• Tokachi, Obihiro

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Shakotan Peninsula Sea Urchin

The Shakotan Peninsula is mostly known for its clear “Shakotan Blue” waters, but the r…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Daimon Yokocho

Hakodate Daimon Yokocho is a collection of 26 bars and eateries in downtown Hakodate. Located dire…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

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Naitai Kogen Farm, Naitai Terrace

Naitai Kogen Farm in Kamishihoro, Tokachi area, is Japan’s largest public farm with an area …

• Tokachi, Obihiro

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Furano Wine Factory, Budoukaoka Park Lavender Garden

The winemakers at the Furano Winery pride themselves in only using locally grown Furano grapes rat…

• Area around Furano, Biei

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Cape Chikyu

Cape Chikyu, dramatically jutting out from the southernmost tip of the Etomo Peninsula, is one of …

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Hachiman-zaka Slope

The 19 slopes of the Motomachi area in Hakodate stretch all the way from the mountain to the sea a…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

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Maruyama Park

Located only 3 kilometers west of the heart of Sapporo lies the beloved paths of Maruyama Park. Th…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Oyunuma River Natural Footbath

Oyunuma River Natural Footbath in Noboribetsu Onsen, one of Hokkaido's most popular hot spring…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Lake Shikaribetsu Kotan

Held from late Jan. to late Mar.Lake Shikaribetsu Kotan is a fleeting village that appears only du…

• Tokachi, Obihiro

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Mt. Showa Shinzan

Mt. Showa Shinzan was born from volcanic activity that began in 1943 (Showa 18). What was once a f…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Icebreaker Garinko

With two massive drills mounted on its bow, this icebreaker sightseeing ship powerfully crushes th…

• Shiretoko, Abashiri, Monbetsu

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Obihiro Shrine

Obihiro Shrine is dedicated to the guardian deity of relationships and commerce. The cute omikuji …

• Tokachi, Obihiro

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Statue of Dr. William S. Clark

William Smith Clark was the first Vice-Principal of Sapporo Agricultural College, the predecessor …

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery

The "Nikka Whisky Hokkaido Yoichi Distillery" was established in 1934 by Masataka Takets…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Kamuy Kotan

Meaning "the place where gods reside" in the Ainu language, Kamui Kotan was also selecte…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

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Mt. Tokachi Obesevatory

Located about 5km from Shirogane Hot Spring in Biei Town, Bougakudai is a stunning viewpoint situa…

• Area around Furano, Biei

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Goryokaku Park/Hakodate Goryokaku Festival

The Goryokaku Ruins, designated as a special historic site by the national government, is Japan…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

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