Food Eastern Hokkaido Cuisine Rey Waters There are many types of food unique to Hokkaido. Eastern Hokkaido is famous for simple Crab Ramen all the way up to their special..
Accommodation Zaborin Ryokan Dave Gillan An designer contemporary ryokan - a hidden retreat enveloped by nature.There are 15 villas in total, each with two private onsen...
Culture 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..
Activities Chitose Salmon Hometown Aquarium Bonson Lam It is said that when we partake of the salmon, we take on their essence, their determination and zest for life. It is time to open..
Area Otaru Otaru is a beautiful little port town just one hour northwest of Sapporo. Overlooking Ishikari Bay, this port town is well known for its seafood culture, traditional canal area, glassworks,..
Transportation Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport Kim Bergström The Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport is a gateway to northeastern Japan. The area hosts a range of unique tourism opportunities, including..
Recommended Culture Otaru Snow Light Path Festival 2026 Early - Mid Feb Otaru Snow Light Path Festival is just a quick trip from Sapporo and offers a romantic romp through a candlelit snowscape.
Culture Abashiri Prison Museum, Hokkaido Rey Waters A very interesting attraction found in Eastern Hokkaido is the Abashiri Prison Museum. The exhibits bring to life what prison life..
