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 Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival 2025 Feb 1st - Feb 24th Each year during the winter months, Hokkaido's Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival brings a dose of colorful magic to this corner of..
Activities Hitsujigaoka Snow Park 2025 Early Jan - Early Mar If you're looking for some family-friendly fun this winter, look no further than the Hitsujigaoka Snow Park event. Held for..
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..