Historical A Hokkaido Adventure: From Obihiro to Kushiro Serena Ogawa Enjoy Hokkaido with this 3-day itinerary taking you from Obikiro to Kushiro.
Historical Buddha Hill in Makomanai Mar'yana Kovalchuk Designed by the Pritzker-winner architect Tadao Ando, this is a sanctuary of peace and meditation.
9 Gardens & Parks Nakajimakoen in Autumn Valerie Kor Nakajimakoen on a sunny autumn day, fall colors in full glory.
10 Gardens & Parks Farm Tomita, Furano Nicole Bauer Farm Tomita is a fascinating flower farm near Furano in central Hokkaido, focussing on the cultivation of lavender and all kinds..
7 Gardens & Parks Zerubu Hill Mandy Bartok Wander the fields of sunflowers, lavender and more at Zerubu Hill in Biei Town.
11 Gardens & Parks Kushiro EGG Chris Barnes The Kushiro EGG provides locals and tourists the chance to escape bad weather, or simply enjoy some refreshing greenery in the center..
Festivals Sapporo Lilac Season Kim Bergström The Sapporo Lilac Festival has been an annual event since 1959, and a year later, lilacs were designated as the city's official..
6 Gardens & Parks Sapporo Botanical Garden Mandy Bartok Hokkaido University's Botanical Garden in Sapporo is a welcome escape from the summer crowds, with quiet paths and beautifully..