Culture Exploring the Wild East - Culture and Cuisine Pete Leong Arriving in Hokkaido in early autumn, the cool fresh air immediately struck me after exiting the Memambetsu Airport—a welcome ..
Culture Eastern Hokkaido Nature and Activity Experiences Tom Fay Far away from the bustling streets of Sapporo—the largest city in Hokkaido—is a land of rolling farmland, vast open vistas, st..
Meeting The People of Hokkaido Leslie Taylor One of the great joys of travel, perhaps even greater than experiencing new sights or cuisine, is getting to know the people. It..
Area Kutchan Kutchan is a town located in Shiribeshi Subprefecture, in Japan's northern Hokkaido. Kutchan lies slightly to the north of the Mount Yōtei, and is about 50 km west of Sapporo.
Area Teshikaga Teshikaga, located in the eastern part of Hokkaido, is a nature lover’s paradise known for its stunning landscapes, rich geothermal activity, and unique wildlife. The region is home to two majestic..
Activities Smile Rink Sapporo 2026 Early - Mid Feb If you enjoy a spot of ice skating in the winter months, a limited-time event is bringing a rink to the heart of Hokkaido's..
Hokkaido Named on Best of Travel 2024 List Kim Bergström Nov 1, 2023 Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, has numerous great reasons to visit. It looks like more people are set to enjoy the best..
Sweets Garden Sapporo 2026 Mid Aug Sweets Garden Sapporo is an outdoor event which aims to promote local sweets and increase the consumption of Hokkaido-sourced dairy..