Hokkaido

Live exhibits and digital art displays at this urban aquarium.

A stunning northern lake hugged by nature, majestic air and crystal-clear waters.

A wooden toy museum where you can explore, play, and create!

Japan's northernmost aquarium, where seals and penguins actively roam and play.

Eat, Shop and Learn! All the best from Wakkanai at this multifaceted market.

Drift ice and impeccable seasonal views! A key sightseeing hub in Abashiri, facing the Sea of Okhotsk.

A ladies’ top power spot! Entrusting wishes for luck in love and safe childbirth.

A grand home built in the 1952s that tells the story of Wakkanai’s prosperity through bottom trawl fishing.

A scenic park perched on a hill, offering sweeping views of the city below. Popular for its panoramic vistas from the observation deck and its beautiful night views.

A breathtaking scenic spot offering panoramic views of Lake Toya and Mount Yotei.

Large animals and native Hokkaido wildlife await at this zoo that’s even open in winter.

A perfect spot for observing a wide variety of migratory birds that visit Onuma throughout the seasons.

Humble street stall ramen to city icon and noodle pioneer.

Hokkaido soul in a single ramen bowl! A ramen shop with advanced reservations.

Savor ramen with a rich broth and extra-thick noodles, offering a perfect harmony of taste and texture.

Veteran shop for honest-to-goodness Sapporo miso ramen at its finest.

Renowned ramen shop recognized by Michelin Bib Gourmand, specializing in Hokkaido’s local ingredients.

Flagship shop of famed Sapporo ramen classic, complete with a devoted fanbase across Japan.

A dining spot where you can enjoy fresh seafood prepared in a variety of delicious styles.

A lakeside restaurant by Lake Toya, where you can enjoy breathtaking scenery and a diverse menu.

Uncompromising dedication to freshness, delivering an exquisite texture and natural sweetness in every bite.

Savor seafood rice bowls made with freshly caught, local seafood from Nijo Market.

A <1% rare item in Japan! Savor the rare Suffolk lamb grilled over charcoal.

A lively counter shop serving oden in rich and sumptuous broth.

A massive shopping mall in Kushiro covering 150,000 square meters, featuring a wide variety of specialty stores.

A large, station-connected complex facing Otaru Port, featuring shops, a hotel, and various entertainment options.

Great fashion, eats and pop culture come together at this premier Sapporo retailer.

An indoor shopping mall where you can enjoy all things Hokkaido without worrying about the rain or snow, just steps from the station.

Hokkaido must-haves and must-eats at this all-in-one department store.

Tasty Hokkaido fare and nifty souvenirs at this handy spot just steps from hit travel destinations!

Be captivated by the vibrant array of beautifully crafted glass products.

A shop that creates beautifully sparkling glass products using eco-friendly materials.

All the best selection at this veteran select shop in Obihiro, attracting fans from across Japan.

For souvenirs and breaks during Otaru sightseeing, this popular confectionery store with eat-in options is the go-to spot!

A popular early-morning product exhibition featuring more than 1,000 stores selling Hokkaido products.

Your one-stop shop for Hokkaido souvenirs! One of the largest souvenir stores in Sapporo.

A central, urban hotel hugged by green backdrops.

A city-central lifestyle hotel spun with the essence of Hokkaido’s natural beauty.

A stylish hotel offering easy access and full amenities for a comfortable stay.

A luxury hotel of stunning views and unbeatably easy access direct to Sapporo Station.

An apartment-style hotel designed to meet a variety of needs, from solo travelers to groups.

A hotel offering a deep immersion into local food and culture, featuring a relaxing communal bath for a comfortable stay.

Conveniently located in the Susukino area, ideal for both short visits and extended stays.

Some of the largest baths in Noboribetsu Onsen at this hot springs resort.

A luxury resort hotel offering breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Toya’s stunning natural beauty.

A luxury resort hotel on the shores of Lake Toya, offering lake views from every guest room.

Located right in front of Jigokudani (Hell Valley), this long-established inn is renowned for its variety of hot spring waters, flowing directly from the source, as well as its exceptional cuisine.

A hot spring inn in Noboribetsu where you can enjoy blissful moments in a garden-view open-air bath that reflects the seasons, as well as a high-temperature sauna.

22,000 fireworks in full blast over a premiere setting.

An annual Sapporo city tradition and one of Hokkaido’s biggest summer festivals.

The finest flavors of Hokkaido gather at Odori Park in autumn.

A fireworks festival held at Toyako Onsen for an impressive six-month period.

Ring in summer in Hokkaido with this truly one-of-a-kind festival.

A Sapporo dance festival with its roots in the Yosakoi festival mixed with Hokkaido’s Soran-bushi.

Held in conjunction with the blooming of the lilac trees, this event is an early summer feature that heralds the beginning of summer in Sapporo.

One of Hokkaido's three major winter festivals, where ice sculptures are fantastically lit up.

Sapporo city is transformed into a magical space of light during this major winter illumination event.

Snow and ice ring in winter at this major Sapporo event, named one of the world’s top three snow festivals.