Activities Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival 2027 Late Jan - Late Feb Each year during the winter months, Hokkaido's Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival brings a dose of colorful magic to this corner of..
Activities Sounkyo Onsen Ice Fall Festival 2027 Late Jan - Early Mar The annual Sounkyo Ice Fall Festival has been running for over 40 years now, and it celebrates the beauty of the harsh, cold winters..
Activities Higashimokoto Shibazakura Festival 2026 Early - Late May If you're in the Hokkaido area around May through early June, a visit to the Higashimokoto Shibazakura Festival is a must. An..
Activities Hiking Mt. Yotei Chris Barnes A guide to hiking Mt. Yotei from the Lake Hangetsu trailhead in Kutchan.
Activities Mount Yotei 5 (1Review) Mount Yotei, located in Shikotsu-Toya National Park, is one of Hokkaido’s most famous mountains and is a renowned skiing and outdoor activities spot...
Activities Spend the Day in Sapporo: Japan’s Northern Metropolis Veronica Carnevale Hokkaido is beloved for its unspoilt wilderness, snowy getaways, and unparalleled culinary scene, including some of the countr..
Activities Hitsujigaoka Snow Park 2027 Early Jan - Early Mar If you're looking for some family-friendly fun this winter, look no further than the Hitsujigaoka Snow Park event. Held for..
Activities Otaru Canal 4.5 (2Reviews) The Otaru Canal is a popular tourist destination for Japanese and foreign visitors who flock to the canal year round to enjoy its nostalgic atmosphere...