Spots in Hokkaido Area

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Category

Tanaka Sake Brewery Kikkogura

4.0

109 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Otarushi Nobukachou 2-2

Located only a 5-minute walk from the JR Minami Otaru Station, this is only sake brewery in Otaru. It proudly makes the Japanese sake brand, Takaragawa, Otaru Bijin liqueur, and Maho-no-Itteki hon-mirin, a sweet rice wine for cooking. Its stone masonry warehouse, built around 1905 is designated as one of Otaru's historic building. At the store, one can enjoy free sake-tastings of sake shipped direct from the brewery, Shiboritate fresh bottled sake without pasteurization, and approximately 10 other varieties of seasonal sakes. Brewery tours where one can observe the production process are offered for free all year round. *Reservations needed for groups over 10.

Visited this factory on a guided tour and found the process of how they make sake very interesting. Our guide explained all of the processes and at the end of the tour we could drink as much sake as...
Tsurumidai

4.0

82 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Akanguntsuruimura Shimosetsuri

Tsurumidai is a bird-feeding station that every year, between November and March, is visited by large numbers of Japanese Red-crowned Cranes. The Cranes are fed twice a day, in the morning and around 2:30 p.m. Originally, the Cranes were fed by the teachers and students of the local elementary school. When the school closed down, Ms. Tome Watanabe, who lived nearby, decided that she would keep feeding the Cranes, and has continued to do so since then, which is another reason for Tsurumidai’s fame. Sometimes, nearly 200 Cranes can be seen.

Visited on a sunny but very cold day in late March and the snow has melted. There were perhaps 5-6 cranes. Feeding has stoppped here but I saw a field of cranes feeding themselves on fresh crops...
Tokachi Millennium Forest

4.0

114 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Kamikawagunshimizuchou Haobi South 10 Line

This forest was made with the aim of preserving our precious nature for another thousand years. A variety of plants and animals live here and you can take a Segway to explore the fields and forest paths. On a clear day you can see everything from the Tokachi Plain to Mt. Meakandake. You can also try cheese making or horseback riding and experience all of Hokkaido’s nature.

On the way back from Lake Shikaribetsu, we visited this place. Flowers were in bloom and the roses were particularly outstanding. We had a lovely break at the Garden Cafe where we could gaze at the...
Sahoro Resort Ski Area

4.0

96 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Hakuba-gun, Shintoku-gun, Hokkaido Hakubatsu Kogen

A ski resort located in Shintoku Town Kamikawa County Hokkaido. Here you can enjoy skiing amidst a beautiful landscape while enjoying the scenery of the Tokachi Plain area. The resort is characterized by its low water content down snow which differs from the snow of areas with heavier snowfalls. In January and February skiers can catch sight of diamond dust and sun pillar (light pillar) phenomena. The resort's courses range from beginner to advanced and equipment can be rented at the rental shop.

Awesome snow. Can be randomly busy with school groups but really not a crowded ski resort, far from it. Trails are well groomed, lift queues are mostly non-existent. Three times visiting here, always...
Roadside Station Lake Utonai

3.5

96 Reviews

Transportation

Hokkaido Tomakomaishi Uenae 156-30

A roadside station standing along National Route 36 in Tomakomai City, Hokkaido. Here you can purchase a variety of agricultural and marine products, like oshizushi pressed sushi and Hokkidama fried dumplings made with Sakhalin surf clams. The facility also has a rest space overlooking Lake Utonai and visitors can observe a variety of wild birds here depending on the season.

千歳へと戻る際に時間調整で立ち寄りました。ここは半分近くがテーブル席で、自由に休めるようになっていますが、同じことを考えている方が多いようでほぼ満席に近い状態でした。お弁当とかいろいろ売っていますしね。
Sapporo Moiwayama Ski Resort

4.0

52 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Sapporoshi Minami-ku Moiwashita 1991

A ski resort opened in 1960 and located in Sapporo City Hokkaido. Located very close to urban Sapporo the resort is for skiers only and is the only slope in Hokkaido to prohibit snowboarding. The resort has 10 different courses and everyone from beginners to advanced skiers can have fun here. The Sapporo Moiwayama Ski Resort Festival is also held here each year and the facility is a popular destination for locals.

so beautiful place, with light snow fall make my vacation perfect! just that i was expecting ski rental there which turn out to be not exist.
Roadside Station Shikabe Geyser Park

4.0

111 Reviews

Transportation

Hokkaido Kayabegunshikabechou Shikabe 18-1

A roadside station located in Shikabe Town with a geyser on its grounds. Discovered in 1924, the geyser blows every 12 minutes or so; the roadside station also has a footbath filled with waters from the hot spring that fuels the geyser. In the local specialty products shop, you can buy marine products like Shikabe cod roe, fresh seafood, and local vegetables. There's an adjoining facility offering hot spring-steamed and barbecued food. Women from the Shikabe Fishery Cooperative serve seafood dishes in the Hama no Kasan Shokudo restaurant and also hold short classes on how to make local meals.

We had the local cuisine experience at Hamano Kaasan, to learn cooking with fishermans wives and this place was just next to it. We had a good 10-15 minute foot bath ( I believe the admission fee...
Goryokaku Tower

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Hakodateshi Goryoukakuchou 43-9

The Goryokaku Tower is an observation tower located near the entrance of the Goryokaku Park, and the current tower is the second one to be built here. You can see almost all of Goryokaku from the observation floor, which is at a height of 107 meters. Inside the tower, a special display allows you to learn about the history of Goryokaku. In addition, there is the “see-through floor,” where you can see directly below you through a tempered glass floor as well as a shop where you can buy original Goryokaku goods. The bronze statue of Toshizo Hijikata, who came from Goryokaku is also not to be missed.
Kamui Ski Links

4.0

69 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Asahikawashi Kamuichou Nishioka 112

Ski resort in Ashikawa City. One of the largest ski resorts in northern Hokkaido where skiers can enjoy fresh powdered snow. Among the 10 ski runs including beginner and advanced slopes there is an FIS (International Ski Federation) recognized pole training course. Easy access from Ashikawa or Sapporo making this a popular leisure spot for skiers.

Kamui is my absolute favourite place to go snowboarding. Its cheap at Y3600 and besides the gondola in peak times, theres little to no queueing. There is plenty of off piste areas, but only go...
Rausu Visitor Center

4.0

95 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Menashigunrausuchou Yunosawachou 6-27

You can find out about the nature, history and culture of Shiretoko through the displays, commentary and films at the Rausu Visitor Center. In this center, you can see displays of killer whale skeletons, different panel displays and taxidermy. You can also see videos that introduce the scenery of Shiretoko and the local ecology. There is a playground for kids in this center which is great to visit with them.

This should be the standard by which all other visitor centres should be judged. Excellent in every way.
Biei Senka

4.0

127 Reviews

Shopping

Hokkaido Kamikawagumbieichou Omachi 2

A food showroom run by JA Biei and located in Biei Town, Kamikawa County, Hokkaido. Inside you can find many outlets where you can discover the real flavor of local produce, such as a shop selling Biei farm produce and processed food, a meat and vegetable French restaurant, and a bakery which uses local Biei wheat. From the fresh vegetable market you can send Biei rice as a gift. In the confectionery shop, Biei crème caramel, and roll cake with red bean paste are popular treats.

The bakery was packed with queue of about 20pax when we got there 5 minutes after the bakery was open. There were only 4 items on the shelves but they were very good (generous red bean paste in the...
Moerenuma Park

Leisure / Hobbies

Sapporo, Hokkaido, Higashi-ku, Moerenuma Park 1-1

Moerenuma Park is a comprehensive park in northeast Sapporo for which globally renowned sculptor Isamu Noguchi created the basic design. Based on the concept of “the whole being a single sculpture,” it was recommended to build on a site where 2.7 million tons of waste had been put in landfill, and the park opened in 2005. Hills with geometric forms, fountains, and play equipment have been arranged in a vast site equivalent to 40 Tokyo Domes, allowing a landscape that fuses art and nature to be enjoyed. Another attraction is that seasonal pastimes can be enjoyed with cherry blossoms in the spring, water activities in the summer, autumn leaves in the fall, and cross country skiing in the winter.
Hakodate City Museum of Northern Peoples

4.0

122 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Hakodateshi Suehirochou 21-7

Hakodate City Museum of Northern Peoples is located in Suehiro Town, Hakodate and introduces the lives and culture of northern peoples. Collections with high academic value on a global level are on display. They include materials formerly held by Hakodate City Museum collected by philanthropists and the Hokkaido Development Commission between 1879 and 1886 in addition to Ainu folk materials collected by Dr. Osamu Baba, a world authority on research into northern peoples.

This was my favorite museum in Hakodate. Everything was in English as well as Japanese. Learned a lot about the native people and early settlers. Only 300 yen. One hour is probably enough time.
Kitaichi Venetian Art Museum

3.5

136 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Otarushi Sakaimachi 5-27

The exterior of the building is modeled on the Palazzo Grassi in Venice while the second, third and fifth floor exhibition rooms, styled on the 18th century palace rooms, house an elegant museum. The museum hosts many special exhibitions in addition to the Venetian displays of interior design throughout the seasons and permanent displays of Murano Glass. You can also get dressed up in aristocratic or carnival-style clothing and have your photograph taken for posterity! The museum is a 10-minute walk from JR Minami-Otaru Station and a ten minute drive from Otaru interchange.

This shop sells lots of different coloured glass items produced locally. They are beautiful and intricate. Reminded me of Murano glass.
Sapporo Sato Land

4.5

70 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Sapporoshi Higashi-ku Okadamachou 584-2

Sapporo Satoland is a facility in Sapporo City where you can get hands-on with agriculture. You can have a go at harvesting the vegetables cultivated in Satoland and the agricultural experience program, where you can make food including butter, sausages, and ice cream using ingredients grown and harvested on the farm. There are plenty of things to do such as use the free barbecue area, get close with the animals on the farm, horse riding, cycling, and park golf, etc. Sapporo Satoland is approx. 30 minutes by car from Sapporo. Please note that with the exception of Satoland Center the facility is closed during the winter.

It’s certainly meant for families, friends and children. It’s a big place where various activities can take place. People can cycle to get around the place, bbq (we saw people doing that), pet and...
Niseko Annupuri Gondola

4.0

119 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Abuta-gun Niseko Cho Niseko 485

The gondola runs within the Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area, and the 10-minute one-way trip takes you from the base of the mountain to the 1,000-meter-high summit, where you can enjoy magnificent views of Mount Yotei, Lake Toya, Mount Usu, and Eruption Bay. You and your dog can also ride together on the gondola if you use a leash or kennel.

Great little resort easily accessible by bus or you can ski across (weather Pending) from Niseko. A cute stop halfway down the mountain is a cafe where you can have lunch or a drink. Pretty small...
Noboribetsu Jigokudani

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Noboribetsushi Noboribetsuonsenchou

This valley is all that remains of an ancient volcanic crater, and is lined with geysers and fumaroles. The hot springs sourced here run to Noboribetsu Onsen. The foaming, boiling scenery led to it being called Demon-dwelling Hell. It's also a perfect autumn leaf viewing spot, when the hillsides are painted red with autumn colors.
Roadside Station Minami Furano

3.5

93 Reviews

Transportation

Hokkaido Sorachigunminamifuranochou Ikutora 687-1

This michi-no-eki roadside station is on National Route 38 in Minami Furano Town, Sorachi County, Hokkaido. There's a massive fish pool with live Sakhalin taimen and white spotted char from the nearby Sorachi River, and the Butter Potatoes made with local Minami Furano potatoes are a hit. Canoes are also quite popular with locals, so the building itself was designed to resemble one.

日本映画の名作鉄道員（ぽっぽや）のロケ地見学に南富良野の幾寅駅へ行ったあと、役場近くの道の駅の物産センターへ行きました。暑い日だったので、生クリーム仕立ての濃厚ソフトクリームが食べたくて、夕張メロンシロップのカップを食べました。美味しいのはまちかいないのですが、もっと濃厚なソフトクリームが食べられる他の道の駅がありました。
20-ken Road Cherry Blossoms

4.0

81 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Hidakagunshinhidakachou Shizunaitahara - Shizenchi Misono

A spot for cherry blossoms in Shinhidaka Town, Hidaka County, Hokkaido. Approximately 3,000 cherry trees line seven kilometers of road drawing people from all across Japan when the cherry blossom season arrives. The tops of the trees cover the road, creating a tunnel of flowers. The Twenty-ken Road has appeared in 100 Roads of Japan and Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots as one of the best places in Japan to view cherry blossoms.

北海道内屈指の桜の名所として知られる二十間道路の桜並木。かねてから、一度訪れてみたいと思っていましたが、念願が叶いました。さすが北海道を代表する桜の名所。スケールがとてつもないんです。まっすぐな道に沿って、７ｋｍにわたって両側に見事な桜並木が続いていました。私たちが訪れたのは、満開前。桜祭りがまもなく開催される頃で、桜は７分咲きと言ったところでした。そのため、渋滞にも遭わずに、どこまでも...
Roadside Station Yubari Meroad

3.0

97 Reviews

Transportation

Hokkaido Yubarishi Momijiyama 526-19

This rest area is connected to JR Shin-Yubari Station, along National Route 274 in Yubari. They offer the famous Yubari Melons, as well as farm-fresh foods from direct sales areas, and their take-out area has Yubari sweets to try. The Yubari Melon Baum Kuchen, made in limited batches each day, are a big hit.

メロンの直売、お菓子屋さん、ドラッグストアも入ってたりはしますが、メインは完全に地元客向けのスーパーですよね、ここ。衰退した地元向けに、ここで営業しているという。

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Hokkaido Areas

Not just a prefecture but an island of its own, Hokkaido is the most northerly prefecture and island of the Japanese archipelago. Arriving in Hokkaido, which is rural and bursting with breathtaking nature, means entering a world where vast national parks, towering mountains, and natural hot springs can be found at every turn. Come December, these natural splendors freeze over and morph into a winter wonderland.