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Nikka Whisky Hokkaido Factory Yoichi Distillery

4.5

1281 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Yoichigunyoichichou Kurokawachou 7-6

The first Nikka Whisky distillery built in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru who after visiting Scotland became the first Japanese person to master the whisky manufacturing process. Here you can come and see for yourself the whole distillery process. Inside the distillery you can find many things of interest such as displays on the history of whisky and its manufacturing process, a whisky museum where you can sample some whisky for yourself, and you can also see the former residence of Masataka Taketsuru which was originally in Yamada Town in the suburbs of Yoichi Town but dismantled and rebuilt here in the distillery. There are nine buildings on the distillery premises which have been designated as tangible cultural assets of Japan such as the distillation building and the first whisky storehouse.

As a fan of the products and being in the neighborhood, I went for a visit to this complex. I was unable to book a tour of the facility, which I understand are only conducted in Japanese, but did...
Underwater Observation Boat New Shakotan-go

4.0

70 Reviews

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Hokkaido Shakotangunshakotanchou Bikunichou Funama 1979-2

From the windows of the Underwater Observation Boat New Shakotan-go you can see the beautifully transparent waters known as the Shakotan Blue. It takes about 40 minutes to go around the scenic spots and witness the spectacular scenery of the sea around Shakotan. Boat departures take place every day from late April through to late October (canceled if heavy rain, inquire beforehand) and depart at regular intervals of about one hour. From Sapporo to Shakotan Bikuni takes about 2.5 hours by highway bus. From Yoichi Station takes about 48 minutes by regular bus.

Great tour with beautiful views, some underwater action and the feeding of a flock of seagulls. Money well spent. The tour guide only speaks Japanese but that doesnt take away from the experience...
Roadside Station Iwanai

3.0

44 Reviews

Transportation

Hokkaido Iwanaiguniwanaichou Mandai 47-4

Roadside station in Iwanai Town, Iwanai County, Hokkaido. Come to Tara-Maru-Kan, a tour guide center based on a yacht, to get tourist information. Come and see locally made specialties in the Special Products Exhibition Corner. Visit nearby cultural centers such as the art gallery or Iwanai Local Culture Center.

周辺に食事をする場所がたくさんありますお昼頃に着くスケジュールでドライブが良いかとここではダチョウの卵の殻を買うことが出来ます殻に絵を書いても良し、加工して電球を入れてお洒落な照明にしても良しもちろんそのまま部屋に置くだけで素敵なインテリアになります家族にいらないと言われても購入することをお勧めします
OcciGabi

4.5

40 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Yoichi-gun Yoichicho Yamadacho 635

A restaurant and winery located in Yoichi City, Hokkaido. With its own dedicated vineyard on the grounds, the winery makes no use of foreign-grown grapes or other ingredients. In addition to various facilities for making wine, there's a restaurant and even a garden, and great attention has been paid to the creation of beautiful scenery. The restaurant makes use of a full array of fresh, high-quality ingredients, all from Hokkaido, including the seafood, fruits and vegetables, and meets, and serves seasonally changing lunch and dinner courses.

French cuisine just perfectly cooked by the chef, beautiful scenery. Visit twice, once at Winter and once at Summer. Using Hokkaido local ingredient for the fine dining, perfect. Their staff also...
Cape Kamui

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Hokkaido Shakotangunshakotanchou Kouzakichou

Located at the northwestern tip of the Shakotan Peninsula, Cape Kamui has imposing cliffs that rise up 80 meters out of the Sea of Japan. From the car park at the foot of the Cape, visitors can walk up to the top of the cliffs along “Charenka’s Path” promenade, a distance of 770 meters. It takes around 20–30 minutes to complete the walk to the edge of the cliffs; visitors can enjoy marvelous views of the sea as they walk. At the cliff edge, there is a panoramic, 300-degree view of the sea horizon, giving a real sense of how the Earth is actually round, not flat. In early summer, the Hokkaido Daylilies are in bloom, which is a beautiful sight. Please note that opening hours of the gate at the entrance to the path up to the cliffs vary depending on the time of year.
Cape Ogon

4.0

39 Reviews

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Shakotan-cho, Shakotan-gun, Hokkaido

Cape Ogon protrudes out into the sea just beyond Bikuni Harbor. There is an approximately 410-meter footpath, with three entrances giving access to the observation platform. In the past, a lookout tower was located on the Cape to watch for shoals of Pacific herring out at sea, and the name “Cape Ogon” (“Golden Cape”) was given to the Cape because the shoals of herring flashed gold in the setting sun. The way in which both the sky and the sea become tinged with crimson as the sun goes down is very beautiful, and Cape Ogon has been said to have the best sunsets in Japan.

This is probably missed by most people on the way to Cape Shakotan. Its however just a short walk from the Shakotan tourist centre. It is a hilly trail and a pretty short walk, till you reach a 2...
Road Station Space Apple Yoichi

3.0

22 Reviews

Transportation

Hokkaido Yoichigunyoichichou Kurokawachou 6-4-1

A roadside station in Yoichi Town where you can experience the wonders of space. The Yoichi Space Museum Space Dome is located on the grounds of the station. The museum presents the achievements of Japan's first astronaut, Mamoru Mohri. In the dome theater, you can see videos taken by NASA. There's also a digital planetarium and museum shop selling over 10 varieties of space food. You can also find gelato and other foods made with apples, a local specialty product.

中央バスの積丹半島ツアーの球形で立ち寄りました。スペースは隣接して博物館があるからで、余市は毛利衛さんの出身地だと知って納得です。アップルは近隣がリンゴの産地でニッカウヰスキーも開業当時は名産のリンゴを使ったアップルジュースやアップルワインを製造していました。ニッカの名前も大日本果汁の「日」と「果」の文字から来ています。ここのアップルパイが有名で1つ買い求めましたが、毎日食べている札幌グランドの朝...
Elra Plaza Yoichi-cho Tourist Information and Souvenir Center

3.5

24 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Yoichigunyoichichou Kurokawachou 5-43

The tourism and production center adjacent to JR Yoichi Station sells special products and also offers tourist information. In the souvenir corner there is a wide variety of liquors including Nikka Whiskey famous from the NHK morning drama and Yoichi wine. Their freshly baked apple pies using locally grown apples and handmade gelato are loved not only by tourists but also by locals. On the second floor is “Jump Kingdom Yoichi Exhibition Hall” displaying approximately 200 items of ski jumping Olympic medalists including skis they used etc.

余市駅ビルの位置付けのようで、土産物類のショップとバス案内所が同居していました。一寸した土産物調達には便利で列車待ち時間に有効利用出来ました。
Cape Shakotan

Travel / Tourism

Shakotan-cho, Shakotan-gun, Hokkaido

This cape is in Hokkaido's Shakotan-cho area. Located at the northernmost tip of the Shakotan peninsula, the towering cliffs exceed 100 meters. It's known for Shimamui beach, selected one of Japan's Best Beaches. The extremely clear seawater lets you see all the way to the bedrock, and the vivid color of the water is known as Shakotan Blue. The area is closed in winter due to snow.
Kida Kinjiro Museum of Art

4.0

14 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Iwanai-gun Iwanaicho Mandai 51-3

This museum is connected to municipal Marine Park, which faces Iwanai port. It offers a glimpse at the worldview of Kinjiro Kida, who spent his life painting the natural beauty of Iwanai. Kida is one of the main representatives of Hokkaido's western art tradition. This museum exhibits several pieces demonstrating his dynamic touch, and the show is popular for how it demonstrates the love he felt for Iwanai. Beyond the exhibits, the facility also holds various events to bring guests closer to the nature and city of Iwanai, in collaboration with area facilities and community.

入館料が600円になっていますが、JAF会員割引で500円でした。地元出身である木田金次郎の作品とその歴史を味わえる小さな美術館です。ゆっくりと鑑賞できました。また、屋上の回廊からは360度全方向の景色を眺めることができました。新型コロナ感染予防対策もきちんとされていて安心できます。
Arai Memorial Museum of Art

4.0

10 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Iwanai-gun Iwanaicho Nozuka 505

"This art museum is located on a hill overlooking Iwanai on the Sea of Japan. The two buildings contain three museums and concert halls. This museum is famous for holding several engravings by Pablo Picasso, the father of Cubism. It has a collection of 267 pieces, including ""The Frugal Meal"" from his youth, to ""Erotica"" from his late period. The Picasso Museum displays 40 carefully selected pieces at all times, and is on the second and third floors of Hall 1. It's a perfect space to approach the view of Picasso's world, which is as enchanting today as it has ever been."

いわない高原ホテル奥。ピカソの版画を多数所蔵。ホームページを印刷してお持ちいただくと通常1,000円→900円と入館料金が割引になります。しりべしミュージアムロード共同展２０１９「晴れときどき曇り、ところにより雪」スタンプラリー参加館も他館はＰＲが控え目。４館目に気付くも時既に遅し。１階奥には西村計雄美術館や生れ出づる悩み美術館を併設。創設者の趣味か結構シュール。
Tourist Farm Toge-no-fumoto Kokaen Orchards

5.0

2 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Yoichi-gun Nikicho Oe 3-118

"This orchard is in Niki Town, thriving as a fruit growing area. It is known for being a place where you can pick 40 kinds of cherry and ten kinds of berry at the same time. Great points of the farm are that there is no time limit, the fruit is grown in the open, and pesticide is used minimally. Certified as an ""Eco-Farmer"", meaning farmers who are engaged in environmentally friendly agriculture, families can pick fruit with peace of mind. The view from the top of the hill overlooking the natural landscape is breathtaking. The farm is busy with many visitors picking fruit in the season from the end of June to the end of July."

食べ放題といっても、どれくらい食べられるかと思ったら…種類が豊富なので、順番に違うのを回っているうちに、昼食がいらないくらい食べてしまいました。ただし、翌日は家内共々、ちょっと下痢ピィー気味になりました（笑）入園時にバッグは持って入れないので、貴重品だけ、貸してくれる透明バッグに入れて、園内を持ち歩く事になります。旬が終わってる品種や、手が届く範囲は、食べ尽くされてるのもありました。ホー...
Shimamui Coast

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Shakotangunshakotanchou Irikachou

Selected as one of Japan’s Top 100 most beautiful stretches of coastline, the waters off the Shimamui Coast on the Shakotan Peninsula are strikingly clear and beautiful. After passing through a tunnel, visitors reach the Shimamui Coast Observation Platform, where they can view spectacular scenery that includes precipitous cliffs, huge rocks, and an incredibly blue sea—the sea that gave rise to the name “Shakotan Blue.” From the Observation Platform, it is possible to walk down a trail to the seashore, although you need to walk carefully because the trail is quite narrow. In early summer, the Hokkaido Daylily (the official flower of Shakotan) is in bloom, which is well worth seeing too.
Yoichi Space Museum (Space Dome)

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Yoichigunyoichichou Kurokawachou 6-4 Road Station Space Apple Yochinai

"A museum situated along National Route 229 in Kurokawa-cho, Yoichi Town, Yoichi County, Hokkaido Prefecture. The museum contains exhibits on the necessities of living in space presented in a space modeled after the Kibo ISS module. There's also a digital planetarium and the museum shows an original 3D film entitled ""2041 Space Elevator."" In addition, a display corner features official exhibits from JAXA, and an adjoining museum on Yoichi-born astronaut Mamoru Mohri. The museum shop sells space food and space-themed merchandise."
Yamanaka Dairy Farm

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Yoichi-gun Akaigawamura Ochiai 478

This dairy farm is located along National Route 393 in Akaigawa Village. The farm keeps their milk production process from raising dairy cattle to selling the final product entirely in-house. The farm's shop sells items such as milk and soft-serve ice cream topped with homemade jam,
Kamoenai Youth Travel Village

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Furu-gun Kamoenaimura Kamoenaimura

A recreation facility located in Hokkaido's Kamoenai Village. The facility was established with the aim of being a space where people could recapture a sense of childlike innocence and play in untouched nature. The grounds encompass a full array of camping facilities, including tent sites, lodges, cottages, and bungalows, and customers rave that here, you can enjoy outdoor activities unlike anything you can experience as part of normal life. The 160 thousand square meter grounds overlook the Sea of Japan, and visitors can enjoy forest walks, gaze at star-filled skies, and take in the great outdoors. Other facilities include a barbecue house and sports center, ensuring there are plenty of ways to have fun here even on rainy days.
Kanko Noen Onoen

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Yoichi-gun Nikicho Higashimachi 8-5

A tourist farm located a five-minute drive from JR Niki Station. Visitors can go fruit picking, and the farm grows some 1,500 fruit trees, including strawberry varieties such as the large-sized Kentaro and new Kita no Sachi, Gassan Nishiki cherries, and rarer varieties. The farm also offers grape and apple picking in the fall. Pets are allowed on the grounds as long as they are leashed and can even be taken into the fruit fields. Other highlights include an all-weather grape trellis grown in a greenhouse, and a jingisukan barbecue corner which can seat up to 200 whose salty-sweet dipping sauce, made with prunes, is particularly popular.
Cherry Hunt Inn and Broiler Garden Okubo

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Yoichi-gun Nikicho Kitamachi 10-37

"This tourist farm is 18,000 square meters in size and produces a variety of cherry such as ""Sato Nishiki"", ""Beni Shuho"", ""Nanyo"" and ""Suimon"", as well as prune varieties such as ""Sun Prune"", and ""Purple Eye"". Special attention is paid to using organic fertilizer and tree pruning. The farm actively collaborates with local elementary and junior high schools to convey the wonder of orchards and agriculture to the younger generation. At the charcoal grill restaurant on site visitors can enjoy charcoal grilled chicken and local wines and whisky. The indoor barbecue is also popular."
Nakai Tourist Orchard

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Yoichi-gun Yoichicho Noboricho 1383

This tourist orchard overlooks the Sea of Japan and the township of Yoichi City. The farm prides itself on its ripe fruit grown using organic fertilizer, paying particular attention to fruits such as cherries, apples and grapes. All-you-can-eat fruit picking experiences for an unlimited time is available. Enjoy freshly picked juicy sweet fruit to your heart's content. The apple wine made from Bramley seedlings originally from the UK is popular. The apples cultivated on the farm are naturally brewed and bottled unfiltered making a refined, aromatic, moderately sour wine.
Yamamoto Sightseeing Orchard

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Yoichigunyoichichou Noborichou 1102-5

Yamamoto Sightseeing Orchard is open from late June to mid-November, and visitors can enjoy various kinds of fruit picking according to the season. In the rest house in addition to Genghis Khan (a lamb BBQ type dish), special apple pie is also available. It is approximately five minutes from JR Yoichi Station by car. It takes about 95 minutes by bus from Sapporo city center.

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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.