Activities Sakura Season Along Sapporo's Shinkawa River Kim Bergström From around late April to early May each year, the banks of Sapporo's Shinkawa River are filled with the springtime beauty of..
Activities Hokuryu Sunflower Festival 2026 Late Jul - Mid Aug The summer months in Japan see a number of sunflower festivals pop up on the calendar, and one of the best is Hokkaido's Hokuryu..
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 Shizunai Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 Early - Mid May From the early to mid May timeframe, Hokkaido's Shizunai Nijukken Road is an amazing place to enjoy the beauty of sakura season...
Activities Kamiyubetsu Tulip Fair Kim Bergström For lovers of all things floral, Hokkaido's Kamiyubetsu Tulip Fair is an absolute delight during spring. The tulip park spans..
Area Obihiro Serving the Tokachi region of Hokkaido, Tokachi Obihiro Airport is a natural gateway to the central area of the island. The city of Obihiro is only around 15 miles from the airport and is known..
Activities 5 Flower Parks to Visit in Hokkaido Kim Bergström Often known predominantly for its snow, Hokkaido has plenty of colorful beauty to enjoy in the form of flowers, too! These five..
Food Ajidokoro Azuma Kim Bergström Ajidokoro Azuma in Monbetsu offers a range of both seafood and meat dishes in a homely, warm environment. It's the perfect spot..