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Otaru Canal

A historic canal where glowing gas lamps and stone warehouses create a timeless, nostalgic scene.T…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park

This expansive national park features around 800 species of plants, offering colorful floral displ…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10085.html

Otaru Sankaku Market

Located next to JR Otaru Station, this lively market features about 20 shops under its iconic tria…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Daisetsuzan Asahidake Ropeway

Experience sweeping views of the Daisetsuzan mountain range and vibrant alpine flora on Mt. Asahid…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

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Hakodate Morning Market

Located about a 1-minute walk from Hakodate Station, this vibrant market features about 250 shops …

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10031.html

Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway

Just a 15-minute drive from the city center, Tenguyama is a beloved symbol of Otaru. The ropeway t…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Lake Toya

Discover the beauty of Lake Toya, a caldera lake where active volcanoes, serene islands, and outdo…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10050.html

Sapporo Central Wholesale Market Outer Market

Located next to the Sapporo Central Wholesale Market, the Outer Market is a lively food district w…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ropeway & Lift

Experience a stunning transition from the hot spring charm of Sounkyo Onsen to the alpine wonders …

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10350.html

Lake Akan

Witness the rare marimo algae and the seasonal beauty of a caldera lake born 150,000 years ago.For…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

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Sapporo Beer Museum

As Japan's only beer museum, this iconic red-brick Hokkaido Heritage site invites you to disco…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10025.html

Hokkaido-jingu Shrine

Experience the profound serenity of Hokkaido’s most revered Shinto shrine, where 150 years o…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10001.html

Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse

Explore Hakodate’s iconic red brick waterfront, where Meiji-era warehouses remain as lasting…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10036.html

Nijo Fish Market

Sapporo’s central kitchen, where the freshest seafood and seasonal local produce await.Locat…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Upopoy National Ainu Museum and Park

Nestled along the peaceful shores of Lake Poroto, Upopoy—meaning “singing in a large g…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10515.html

Northern Horse Park

From horseback riding and garden strolls to Hokkaido’s seasonal cuisine, this nature-filled …

• Area around Sapporo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10047.html

Shiroi Koibito Park

Step into a world of sweetness at this charming theme park dedicated to Hokkaido’s iconic &l…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10028.html

Mt. Usu Ropeway

Take a 6-minute aerial ride to witness a dynamic, extraordinary landscape shaped by volcanoes and …

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10424.html

Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery

Step into a world of tradition at the Yoichi Distillery, founded in 1934. With its historic stone …

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10170.html

Asahikawa Ramen Village

Asahikawa Ramen Village is a popular food theme park that brings together eight of the city’…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_11227.html

Lake Shikotsu

Surrounded by primeval forests and iconic mountains, Lake Shikotsu is a jewel of Hokkaido, famous …

• Area around Sapporo

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Otaru Canal Cruise

Embark on a relaxing 40-minute cruise through Otaru’s iconic canal district. Aboard eco-frie…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10543.html

Lake Akan Ainu Kotan

Step into Lake Akan Ainu Kotan, Hokkaido’s largest Ainu settlement and home to about 120 res…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10122.html

Soup Curry

With its rich yet light flavor, soup curry is a signature local dish that showcases Sapporo’…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Shakotan Peninsula Sea Urchin

From June to August, the Shakotan Peninsula draws visitors eager to experience its world-famous &l…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Ganso Sapporo Ramen Yokocho

Step into a narrow, nostalgic alley hidden within the neon glow of Susukino, where the rich aroma …

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Historical Village of Hokkaido “Kaitaku no mura”

Travel back in time and explore the living history of early Hokkaido through restored architecture…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10029.html

Mt. Hakodate

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Mt. Hakodate, a 334-meter peak offering a world-class night vi…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10095.html

Otaru Sushiya Dori

Otaru, a captivating port town and treasure trove of fresh seafood, is a must-visit highlight of a…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10107.html

Shiretoko: A UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site

Witness the miraculous cycle of life nurtured by drift ice and ancient forests. In Shiretoko, your…

• Shiretoko, Abashiri, Monbetsu

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10048.html

Shiraoi Beef

Japanese beef is considered to be among the best in the world, and the black wagyu cows in Shiraoi…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12872.html

Lake Mashu

A sacred caldera lake known as the “Lake of the Gods,” celebrated for its serene &ldqu…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10052.html

Rishiri Fuji (Mt. Rishiri)

Experience the breathtaking "Rishiri Fuji"—a stunning volcanic icon rising 1,721 m…

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10536.html

Tanaka Sake Brewing Kikkogura

Step into a world of tradition at Tanaka Sake Brewing Kikkogura. Since 1899, this historic brewery…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_11319.html

Sapporo Suwa Shrine

From spring through autumn, “hanachozu”—a decorative water basin filled with sea…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_13031.html

Kushiro Washo Market

Established in 1954, Kushiro Washo Market is a vibrant culinary landmark where you can experience …

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10020.html

Chitose Salmon Aquarium – “Salmon Hometown”

Directly connected to the Chitose River, this aquarium lets you observe salmon swimming upstream a…

• Area around Sapporo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10144.html

Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum

Boasting over 350 years of history, the Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum offers a deep dive into the …

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10118.html

Butadon (Pork Rice Bowl)

Thick slices of pork, grilled to perfection and glazed in a rich, sweet-and-savory sauce, are serv…

• Tokachi, Obihiro

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Shime-Parfait

After a night of feasting and drinking in Sapporo, there’s no better way to round things off…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12864.html

Hakodate Ramen

Hakodate Shio (salt) ramen is known across Japan as one of Hokkaido’s must-try ramens, along…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12825.html

Furano Ski Resort

Experience the pinnacle of “ultra-dry” powder snow in Furano, surrounded by Hokkaido&r…

• Area around Furano, Biei

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Kiroro Resort, Kiroro Snow World

Kiroro is famous in the Winter as a ski resort, but did you know that it also has incredible activ…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10349.html

Special Historic Site Goryokaku Fort

Goryokaku Fort is Hokkaido’s only Special Historic Site, where 1,600 cherry trees frame a un…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_11218.html

Ainu Culture Promotion Center (Sapporo Pirka Kotan)

A beautiful village where history comes alive through hands-on discovery.Nestled in a quiet forest…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_11451.html

Sapporo Art Park

Sapporo Art Park is a vast creative space where art and nature blend in perfect harmony. Set acros…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10084.html

Kawamura Kaneto Ainu Memorial Museum

Established in 1916, this historic museum in Asahikawa has dedicated over a century to preserving …

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10229.html

Hakodate Meijikan

Experience the nostalgic charm of 1911 in the heart of Hakodate’s Bay Area.Step inside a bea…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10098.html

Tsurui-Ito Tancho Sanctuary

Set against a pristine white landscape, as many as 300 of these majestic birds gather here, creati…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10183.html

Sounkyo Visitor Center

The Sounkyo Visitor Center is a hands-on learning hub where you can experience the grand nature of…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

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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

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10534.html

Kushiroshitsugen National Park

Discover Japan’s largest wetland, a vast 220-square-kilometer landscape where the majestic r…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10244.html

Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden

Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden is one of the largest confectionery theme parks in Tokachi, where you can…

• Tokachi, Obihiro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10542.html

Hoshino Resorts TOMAMU Ski Resort

Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland featuring expansive slopes with world-class snow quality a…

• Area around Furano, Biei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10376.html

Former Aoyama Villa（Otaru Kihinkan）

Relive the Taisho-era romance at this nationally registered Tangible Cultural Property. Built over…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Tokachi Nature Center

Set in the vast landscapes of eastern Hokkaido, Tokachi Nature Center offers immersive outdoor exp…

• Tokachi, Obihiro

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Okujozankei Kamui no Mori | Jozankei Farm

Nestled within the tranquil forests of Jozankei, Sapporo’s mountain retreat, this expansive …

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10540.html

Sarobetsu Wetland｜Sarobetsu Wetland Center

One of Japan’s largest wetlands, this vast 6,000-hectare expanse offers a quiet escape where…

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10385.html

Shiretoko Rausu Visitor Center

The Shiretoko Rausu Visitor Center is the gateway to Shiretoko and serves as a hub connecting natu…

• Shiretoko, Abashiri, Monbetsu

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Eco-rin Village

Walk through vast green pastures, meet grazing sheep, and experience the natural cycle of life&mda…

• Area around Sapporo

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Nibutani Ainu Culture Museum

Located in Nibutani Kotan, a community dedicated to preserving Ainu heritage, this museum offers a…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10437.html

Hakodate City Museum of Northern Peoples

Discover the vibrant heritage of the Ainu and other northern indigenous peoples inside a beautiful…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10093.html

Asahikawa Design Center

Experience the pinnacle of Asahikawa furniture at this premier design hub. Immerse yourself in the…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_13181.html

Hokkaido Museum

Uncover the epic stories and natural wonders of the north at Hokkaido Museum.Nestled within the lu…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10516.html

Rusutsu Resort Ski Area

Spread across expansive mountain terrain with stunning views, Rusutsu Resort Ski Area is one of Ho…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Todowara

Notsuke Peninsula is home to Todowara, where weathered fir trees stand like silent sculptures shap…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10496.html

Rishiri Island Cycling Road

Experience the ultimate island adventure with scenic cycling paths and convenient bus-loading opti…

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_11383.html

Asahidake Visitor Center

Located at the foot of Mt. Asahidake, the highest peak in Hokkaido, the Asahidake Visitor Center i…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12568.html

Kitakogane Jomon Archaeological Site

This well-preserved archaeological site dates back to the early Jomon period (5,000 to 3,500 BCE) …

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_11316.html

Hakodate Jomon Culture Center (National Treasure: Hollow C…

Discover the Hakodate Jomon Culture Center, a one-of-a-kind destination where visitors can come fa…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10512.html

Kiritappu Wetland (Hokkaido Heritage)

Located in the central part of Hamanaka Town, Kiritappu Wetland spreads out surrounded by forests …

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10475.html

Ishikari nabe

Hokkaido is known for having the largest fall salmon fixed-net fishing catch in Japan, and offers …

• Area around Sapporo

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Kunimare Sake Brewery

In the historic coastal town of Mashike, overlooking the Sea of Japan, stands a brewery with over …

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12196.html

Ice Horizon Walk

At the eastern edge of Hokkaido, the Notsuke Peninsula offers a rare winter experience: the Ice Ho…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_11193.html

Tarumae Shrine

Tarumae Shrine sits gracefully on a hillside, as if watching over the city of Tomakomai. Surrounde…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_13094.html

Shunkunitai Wild Bird Sanctuary Nature Center

Experience a 600-hectare natural marvel where rare spruce forests, tidal flats, and 340 bird speci…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10143.html

Pippu Ski Resort

Enjoy breathtaking views of the Daisetsuzan Mountain Range alongside the unique Nijimasu Oyako-don…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_13187.html

Ofune Site

Located in Hakodate, Hokkaido, the Ofune Archeological Site is a large Jomon settlement dating bac…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_11315.html

Muroran yakitori

Generally speaking, yakitori (meaning “grilled chicken”) refers to skewered chicken me…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Kushiro Ramen

Actually, Hokkaido has more to offer than just the three famous ramen types. In addition to Sappor…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12823.html

Kitami yakiniku

Kitami in eastern Hokkaido is teeming with yakiniku (grilled meat, usually beef) restaurants, and …

• Shiretoko, Abashiri, Monbetsu

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12899.html

Sportpia Furano

We offer a variety of outdoor experience programs that allow you to fully immerse yourself in the …

• Area around Furano, Biei

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Imomochi(potato rice cake)

Imomochi is a traditional home-cooked snack that emerged in Hokkaido when settlers began arriving …

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12871.html

Canmore Ski Village

Experience world-class snow with unbeatable convenience. Located just 15 minutes by car from Asahi…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_13198.html

Kobayashi Sake Brewery Buildings

This brewery dates back to the days when sake first began being brewed in the cold North. In fact,…

• Area around Sapporo

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Robata-yaki

Robata-yaki, a type of BBQ cuisine popularized in Kushiro City, involves grilling fresh seafood an…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12816.html

Hongo Shin Memorial Museum of Sculpture, Sapporo

This museum was established in honor of Hongo Shin (1905–1980), a renowned sculptor from Sap…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10053.html

Hokumon Shrine

Find serenity and sweeping harbor views at Japan’s northernmost shrine with a resident Shint…

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_11343.html

AKAIGAWA TOMO Playpark

AKAIGAWA TOMO Playpark, located in Akaigawa Village, Yoichi District, about a 30-minute drive from…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Eniwa Country Club

Tee off in luxury on this championship course nestled in the lush greenery of northern Japan. Eniw…

• Area around Sapporo

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Hoheikan

Hoheikan was opened in 1881 during Hokkaido’s colonial period and is known as the only hotel…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12802.html

Hokkai shrimp

Hokkaido’s Hokkai shrimp is known as the “rubies of the sea”, thanks in part to …

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12865.html

Ice no Ie and Etcetera Naganuma Main Store

Made with 100% Hokkaido fresh milk, this popular shop offers 40 flavors of gelato along with handm…

• Area around Sapporo

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Bibai yakitori

Bibai-style yakitori (grilled chicken) is founded upon an enduring and sustainable principle: usin…

• Area around Sapporo

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Tako Shabu

Wakkanai, located at the northernmost tip of Hokkaido, is a beautiful port town known for its brea…

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12828.html

Asahikawa Santa Present Park

Enjoy a magical night on the slopes just minutes from the city, where the sparkling lights of Asah…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_13199.html

Shiretoko World Heritage Rusa Field House

At the "Shiretoko World Heritage Rusa Field House," mountaineers and sea kayakers (navig…

• Shiretoko, Abashiri, Monbetsu

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_10505.html

Kamui Ski Links

A sprawling ski resort boasting light, airy snow and panoramic vistas that stretch to the horizon.…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_13195.html

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Mukawa Smelt

Smelt, a Hokkaido specialty, lives off the Pacific Coast. The smelt found around the town of Mukaw…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_12863.html

Asahikawa Airport Activity Center

Experience the grandeur of the Daisetsuzan mountain range starting right from the airport. As Hokk…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/spot/detail_13197.html