Historical Buddha Hill in Makomanai Mar'yana Kovalchuk Designed by the Pritzker-winner architect Tadao Ando, this is a sanctuary of peace and meditation.
Historical A Hokkaido Adventure: From Obihiro to Kushiro Serena Ogawa Enjoy Hokkaido with this 3-day itinerary taking you from Obikiro to Kushiro.
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..
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..
Gardens & Parks Exploring Sapporo's Iconic Landmark Chantelle Silva Take a trip up the Sapporo TV Tower for a beautiful view of this magical city.
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..
7 Gardens & Parks Zerubu Hill Mandy Bartok Wander the fields of sunflowers, lavender and more at Zerubu Hill in Biei Town.
9 Gardens & Parks Nakajimakoen in Autumn Valerie Kor Nakajimakoen on a sunny autumn day, fall colors in full glory.