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Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship Aurora

The west coast of the Shiretoko Peninsula has steep cliffs. Why not take a closer look at the scen…

• Shiretoko, Abashiri, Monbetsu

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Catholic Motomachi Church

A Roman Catholic church standing in Hakodate Motomachi, founded in 1859, a historic building with …

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

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Onuma and Konuma Lakeside Walking Trails

Walking trails extend from Onuma Park Square, connecting small islands floating in the lake with a…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

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Bokke Walking Trail

Located on the eastern edge of the Akan Lake hot spring area, the Bokke Walking Trail is one of Ho…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

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Former JNR Temiya Line Site

The Temiya Line was the first railway line established in Hokkaido. The rails that made up this li…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Hakodate Orthodox Church

Experience the enchanting echoes and timeless beauty of Japan’s first Russian Orthodox cathe…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

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Hoheikyo Dam

A premier scenic destination near Sapporo where the grandeur of a massive arch dam meets stunning …

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Erimo Cape

Erimo Cape, called "Onne-enrum (large cape)" in Ainu language, was designated as a Natio…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Nopporo Forest Park

Covering an impressive 2,053 hectares of flatland forest, Nopporo Forest Park offers 17 well-maint…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Lake Toyoni

Lake Toyoni’s perfect heart shape sets it apart from anywhere else in the world. This site c…

• Tokachi, Obihiro

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Muroran Dolphin Watching

From spring to summer, you can observe up to 18 species of marine animals, including dolphins, wha…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Onibi No Michi

At Noboribetsu Jigokudani, one of the most iconic hot spring sites in Hokkaido, a mystical transfo…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Harbor seal

The only seals that permanently reside along the Japanese coast. At Cape Erimo, where about 1,000 …

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Niseko Annupuri 1,000m Plateau Observation Deck

From 1,000 meters above sea level, this observation deck offers sweeping views of Mt. Yotei and Uc…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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White Path (Shiroi Michi)

Walk along a 3km trail paved entirely with crushed scallop shells, where lush green hills meet the…

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

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Hosooka Observatory

Hosooka Observatory, the most popular viewing spot overlooking Kushiro Marsh, is also called "…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

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Kushiro City Museum

This museum is a treasure trove of discovery, with exciting modern displays arranged around the ce…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

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Farms Chiyoda

A hands-on farm in Biei where families can interact with animals, watch milking, and enjoy gourmet…

• Area around Furano, Biei

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Kamuy Kotan

Kamuy Kotan, meaning "kamuy (god) kotan (dwelling place)" in Ainu language, was selected…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

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Kamuiwakka Hot Falls

A secluded spot in Shiretoko where hot springs gushing from the mid-slope of the active volcano Mt…

• Shiretoko, Abashiri, Monbetsu

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