What are the tourist attractions in Hokkaido?

Hokkaido is located at the northernmost tip of the Japanese archipelago, covering an area of ??83,451 square kilometers, accounting for 22% of Japan's total area. Hokkaido is composed of the large island of Hokkaido and 5 small islands including Rishiri, Rebun, Tenmai, Yakijiri, and Okushiri, as well as the 4 islands commonly known as the Northern Territory: Kunashiri, Etortor, Shikotan, and Habomai.

Hokkaido was formerly called Ezo, and the original inhabitants of the island were the Ainu people. During the Meiji era (1868 ~ 1912), Japanese people began to immigrate to Hokkaido and worked hard to cultivate this land. Our ancestors cut through thorns and thorns with their own hands, opened up primeval forest land, and began a life of agriculture and fishing. Now, just a century after this virgin land was reclaimed, Hokkaido has developed into one of the few breadbaskets in Japan.

The reason why the nature of Hokkaido has been able to maintain its wild and beautiful environment to this day is due to the establishment of 6 national parks, 5 quasi-national parks and 12 Hokkaido nature parks in Hokkaido, which has great impact on the natural environment. The result of sound protection and management.

Hokkaido has beautiful and fascinating scenery all year round. In spring, flowers and wild grasses bloom all over the mountains and fields, making the earth look brand new. In summer, the green mountains and wide sea can refresh the spirits of tourists who enjoy the mountains and rivers. It is the best season for young people to see alpine plants and go hiking. Autumn is the season when the mountains are covered with red leaves and the scenery is breathtaking. In winter, Hokkaido unfolds a silver-white world in front of you. Along the coast of Okhotsk, there are drifting ice, beautiful red-crowned cranes and white swans that form the natural landscape. Beautiful world. A variety of winter tourism activities are carried out in various places, allowing visiting tourists to enjoy the unique landscape of Hokkaido. Coupled with the unique fresh seafood of Hokkaido, it will increase the charm of tourism.

Introduction to the main events in Hokkaido:

January: Obihiro Ice Sculpture Festival (Obihiro); Lake Shikotsu Icefall Festival (Kamigawa)

February: Takumi Fantasia Snow Festival (Zaku); Shiretoko Fantasia (Sharato); Okhotsk Drift Ice Festival (Abashiri); Otaru Snow Light Road (Otaru); Monbetsu Drift Ice Festival (Monbetsu); Asahikawa Winter Festival (Asahikawa) ; /p>

April: Lake Toya Long-Term Fireworks Display (~October) (Hagida)

May: Hakodate Goryokaku Festival (Hakodate); Zasuke Lilac Festival ( Sapporo); Shibazakura Festival (Takigami)

June: Yusakoisu Wave Festival (Sapporo); Fireworks Display on Lake Akan (Akan); Lake Saloma 100km Marathon (Wabubetsu) , Saroma, Changpin)

July: Toyako Lake Water Festival (Hadano); Lavender Festival (Kami-Furano, Naka-Furano); Hokkaido Belly Face Festival (Furano); Summer Festival (~August) (Zhao); Otaru Tide Festival (Otaru)

August: Hakodate Port Festival (Hakodate); Asahikawa Summer Festival (Asahikawa); Hokkaido Hot Air Balloon Festival (Kamishihoro) ; Sumo Wrestling Trials (Teshigawa Yu Onsen); Wine Festival (Furano, Ikeda)

October: Chlorella Festival (Akan); Akkeshi Oyster Festival (Akkeshi); Ura River Horse Racing Festival (Ura River)

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November: Zappe Silver Lighting (~February) (Zapé)

December: Hakodate Christmas Fantasy (Hakodate); Kawayo’s Diamond Pink ( ~ March) (Teshiki)

Hokkaido weather:

Spring [May~June]

The snow season in Hokkaido lasts until early May, so spring It's very short, and the temperature is around 10 degrees, so you still need to wear a thick coat.

Summer [July and August]

Even in summer, you still need to wear a light jacket or long-sleeved shirt during the day; summer is the most suitable season for traveling in Hokkaido.

Autumn [September and October]

In Hokkaido, winter always comes very quickly, and snow will start falling if you don’t pay attention. Although it is autumn, wearing a thick coat is never an exaggeration.

Winter (November to April)

Winter in Hokkaido is no joke, as long as it lasts.

Average temperature (based on Sapporo, there will be a temperature difference of 3 to 5 degrees between Dōhoku and Dōtō)

Sightseeing:

Sapporo:

Clock Tower

The Clock Tower has always been Sapporo’s city landmark and the most well-known attraction. After a three-year restoration project, it reopened in September 1998, attracting even more attention from tourists.

The Bell Tower is a white wooden building full of the pioneering flavor of the American West. It has a simple and refreshing appearance and is divided into two main parts: the 1st and 2nd floors were built in the 11th year of Meiji (1878). It is the martial arts field (classroom for military training and physical education classes) of Sapporo Agricultural School; the bell tower on the 3rd to 5th floors was installed in the 14th year of Meiji (1881) and is the oldest existing bell tower in Japan.

Address: Kita 1-jo Nishi 2-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

Opening hours: 9:00～17:00

Closed days: Monday, Sunday First, if it is a holiday, it is the next day. Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29-January 3)

Admission fee: $200 for adults, 180 yen for group tickets, free for elementary and junior high school students

How to get there: Subway Odori A 5-minute walk from the station; a 10-minute walk from the South Exit of JR Sapporo Station. Get off at Odori Station on the Namboku Subway Line and walk for 5 minutes.

The former main office building of the Hokkaido Government Office

The old main office building of the Hokkaido Government Office, which is popular as the "Red Brick Building", was renamed the United States in 1888. Built in Neo-Baroque style. Not only does it represent the architecture of Japan's Meiji era, but the leafy front yard is also the oasis of Sapporo city. The current "red brick building" is actually the second generation. The first generation of buildings burned down because of incomplete chimneys. On the north side of the government building, a stone tablet was erected that reads "The traces of the original government office building." In addition, the interior is open to the general public as the Hokkaido Legislative Document Museum, which houses ancient Hokkaido documents.

Address: Kita 3-jo Nishi 6-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

Opening hours: June ~ September: 09:00~17:00 (closed every third Sunday) ;Other seasons: 09:00 ~ 17:00 (closed on Saturdays and holidays)

Admission fee: Free admission

How to get there: 5-minute walk from Subway Sapporo Station ; JR Sapporo Station, about 12 minutes on foot

Odori Park

It was built as a fire prevention line in the 4th year of Meiji, and later became the main axis of Sapporo's urban construction, with the TV tower at the east end of the park As the center, the city is divided into southeast, northwest and northwest. Odori Park is a park covering approximately 1.5 kilometers from west to west 1-chome to 12-chome. In addition to flower beds, fountains, and a whirlpool slide designed by the world-famous sculptor, the late Isamu Noguchi, the park also has various facilities such as water tanks, statues, and monuments. From late April to late October, there is also a famous corn mobile service truck, which exudes a sweet smell in the park. In addition, the Ice and Snow Festival and the White Illumination Festival are held here in winter, and in the summer there are open-air beer halls, Yulan Bon Dance Conference and YOSAKOI Solang Festival. It is famous as a venue for large-scale events and is also a representative tourist spot in Sapporo.

Address: Odori Nishi 1-12, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

How to get there: Get off at the subway 'Odori Station' or the subway Tozai Line 'Nishi 11-chome Station'

TV Tower

Located at the northern end of Odong Park, the 147.2-meter-high TV Tower stands at the eastern end of Odong Park and is the symbol of Odong Park. It was built in 1957 as a receiving and transmitting radio tower, but now it has almost completed its mission and has become a tourist attraction with an observatory, gift shop, restaurant, game center, etc. In particular, the scenery from the 90-meter-high observation deck is superb. Right now, you can see the green leaves of Odori Park and the appearance of the city center. In the distance, you can also see the mountain view of Teine and the 360-degree panoramic view of Ishikari Bay. In addition, ‘Sapporo TV Tower’ also rents bicycles. Please enjoy Sapporo City with the atmosphere of a bicycle trip.

Address: Odori Nishi 1-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

Opening hours: late April to May 9:30-21:00, June 9:30-22:00 , from 9:00 to 22:00 from July to October 9, from 9:30 to 21:00 from October 10 to late April, and can be extended during the Sapporo White Illumination Festival, Sapporo Snow Festival and the year-end and New Year holidays.

Fee: Observation Deck: 700 yen for adults, 600 yen for high school students, 400 yen for junior high school students, 300 yen for elementary school students, 100 yen for those over 3 years old (group discounts for 25 or more people), rental Bicycle (rental period April 29 to November): 500 yen for 2 hours, 300 yen for every 30 minutes of extension, children's chairs are available (free)

Website: www.tv-tower .co.jp

How to get there: 5-minute walk from the subway 'Odori Station'

Otaru:

Otaru Canal: The Otaru Canal was the economic center of Hokkaido in the past. , there are many stone warehouses lined up along the coast, making it the most important tourist area in Otaru. If there is no Otaru Canal, Otaru may not be Otaru. The elegant travel and romantic mood cannot be equated with Otaru. When the gas lamps are lit at night, coupled with the illuminated warehouses, the entire canal area forms a romantic atmosphere.

Tengu Mountain:

The Tengu with round eyes and long nose is a Japanese mythical figure. The Tengu Mountain behind the streets of Otaru City was created because the mountain shape looks like a Tengu. The name Tengu Mountain; just like every city has its own overlooking point, Tengu Mountain has become a must-visit place for tourists because it overlooks Otaru and Otaru Port.

The elevation of Mount Tengu is 523 meters, and it takes about 4 minutes to take the Tenguzan Cable Car. When the weather is clear, you can have a panoramic view of the mountains, rivers and markets, and even the Shakotan Peninsula, which you may not be able to visit in person due to your short trip. Lighting up the lights at dusk also has a special flavor, but the night view still cannot compare with Hanban.

The forest behind the observatory is lush, and there are walking trails for forest bathing. Unfortunately, travelers are in a hurry and have to go down the mountain after seeing the panoramic view of Otaru City Street, so they cannot enjoy it.

Opening hours: low season (October to May) 9:20 ~ 17:00, peak season until 21:00 or 22:00

Consumption: One-way bus ticket is $190 for adults. Children are $100; cable car round trip is $850 for adults ($500 one way) and $430 for children ($250 one way). Buses run every 12 minutes; holders of one-day bus tickets can enjoy a 20% discount.

How to get there: Take bus No. 9 from Otaru Station-mae Bus Terminal for about 20 minutes and get off at the terminal. (Every 20 minutes, please pay attention to the last bus time)

Furano:

Tomita Garden Farm:

Furano is a famous lavender producing area in Japan. From early May By mid-August, various flowers such as lavender, poppies and narcissus are in full bloom at Tomita Garden Farm, delighting tourists here. In addition to covering an area of ??60,000 square meters, the farm store also has a variety of related facilities such as the lavender museum, the "Flower Man's House" and the "Distillation Factory". It also has various other flowers and plants planted, making it ideal for all seasons. Extremely lively.

Address: Hokusei, Nakafurano-cho, Sorachi-gun, Hokkaido

Opening hours: Lavender field 24 hours, other facilities 08:30 ~ 18:00 (depending on the season)

< p>Admission fee: Free

How to get there: Take the limited express train on the JR Hakodate Main Line from Zasuke Station and it takes 1 hour and 25 minutes. Change trains at Asahikawa Station and take the local JR Furano Line, which takes about 1 hour. Get off at Nakafurano Station and take a 5-minute bus ride.

Eat, drink and food:

1: Ramen type

Charcoal barbecued pork ramen YAMAICHI: Just like the name of the store, our restaurant prides itself on its delicious charcoal grilled barbecued pork. The barbecued pork roasted in a dedicated stove adds even more flavor to the ramen. In addition, for miso ramen, special miso is applied to the barbecued pork and then grilled. The soup made from chicken and pork bones is rich and smooth, making it a delicacy worth savoring.

Address: Sapporo City Minami 5 West 14

Business hours: 11:00 ~ 23:00

Closed: Tuesday

How to get there: Very close to Nishi Line 6-jo Station

TETSUYA Ramen: In the soup made from large bones, shredded ginger is added, and finely chopped fat meat is scattered in the soup. The taste is amazing Refreshing and non-greasy. After the noodles are cooked, cool them with ice water and then add them to the soup to make the noodles more elastic and full of texture. The barbecued pork marinated in a special sauce can be opened with chopsticks and melt in your mouth. It is extremely delicious.

Address: 12-2-19, Minami 7 West, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

Business hours: 11:00 ~ 01:00

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How to get there: Walk for about 5 minutes from West Route 6

Mian noodles: Use pork bones and meatless chicken bones, simmer for 2 days, and finally add delicious fish sauce The rich white soup brewed is extremely sweet. The soup without fat has a refreshing and elegant taste. The barbecued pork marinated in soy sauce and fresh fish sauce is chunky and delicious and melts in your mouth. The leftover soup can be mixed with rice and some eggs to make a delicious 'home-cooked dish' for only $200.

Address: Minami 7 West 6, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

Business hours: 18:00 ~ 03:00 (the day before Saturdays and Sundays ~ 04:00)

Closed days: None

How to get there: About a 5-minute walk from Nakajima Koen Station

2. Sushi Types

KOROKORO sushi at conveyor belt sushi: Large quantities of tuna, commonly known as tuna, are purchased through special pipelines. There are several types such as yellow fin gun, long fin gun, big eye golden gun, etc. Prices vary depending on the body part of the fish, generally naked is $120~, midriff is $320, and belly is $520. The dishes vary according to the fish purchased from the market that day.

The squid and cuttlefish are the most delicious in the hot summer of July, especially the cuttlefish is purchased directly from the fishermen!

Address: 3-7-1-27, Hiragishi, Toyohira-ku, Sapporo

Business hours: 11:30 ~ 00:00

Closed days: No. Every Wednesday

How to get there: Walk about 1 minute from Hiraganishi Station

Sushi TORO: Go to the central market every morning to buy fresh fish, especially plump shellfish. Mouthwatering. There are various types of nigiri sushi, including the Yugiri set consisting of 8 pieces of shrimp and sea urchin nigiri sushi for $2500. Aoigami set meal consisting of 10 pieces of full fish and medium belly tuna nigiri is $3300. At noon, a popular sushi dish with 13 ingredients is available for $1,600.

Address: ASTI 45 B1, 5 North 4 West 5, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

Business hours: 11:00 ~ 22:30 (Lunch time ~ 13:30)

< p>Closed: Sunday (closed if Monday is a holiday)

How to get there: About 3 minutes’ walk from JR Sapporo Station

3. Izakaya

KINPILA: Fresh tuna is available all year round. The naked sashimi is $600, and the medium-fat and lean belly sashimi is $800. It is sweet and delicious. In addition, the tomato tempura is $450. It has simple ingredients but surprisingly sweet taste. Thinly fry the chicken breast until it becomes crispy and sweet. The chicken pancake is $450 and its crispy flavor pairs well with the beer.

Address: 2-1-13, Kita 24 West, Kita-ku, Sapporo City

Business hours: 17:00 ~ 23:30

How to get there: From the north About a 3-minute walk from 24jo Station

WINE Izakaya OCHAME: Fusion of Western and Japanese delicacies to create a unique dish. Pumpkin Grits $380. The sweetness of the pumpkin is well balanced with the alkalinity of the cheese, and the aroma is mellow. Not boring. A variety of Western and Japanese creative dishes are available, including Kyoto-style pasta $880 stir-fried with dried small white fish and mizuna. Thai saffron-flavored baked butter beef exudes the smell of saffron and has a popular fragrance.

Address: B1, Asano Building, 3 West 4 Minami, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

Time: 17:00~23:30

Transportation: Approximate walk from SUSUKINO station 3 points

Susukino Ale: PILSNA, a beer brewed locally in Susukino with a light taste that is a standard from Germany, $380, has a smooth taste and no bitter taste at all. MELSEN$420, its characteristic is moderate bitterness. Both are brewed and fermented in German style. They taste smooth and have a rich aftertaste.

Address: 4-5-1, Minami 6 West, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

Business hours: 17:30 ~ 1:00 a.m.

How to get there: from About a 5-minute walk from SUSUKINO station

Four: Super gourmet restaurant

Kotobukiya: Not to mention the basic ingredients for skewers, it also includes charcoal grilled dishes of fish and shellfish. All 50 types are only $1,500. All you can eat. The salt used for charcoal grilling is specially blended with Hakugata's roasted salt, perilla, and 10 seasonal spices in order to go well with everything from meat to seafood and vegetables. And we strive to use ingredients without additives. Among the collection of about 60 kinds of local sake from all over the country, there are also rare and unique products from Konishi Factory.

Address: South 6 West 2, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

Business hours: 17:30 ~ 00:00

Closed: Sundays and holidays

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How to get there: 5-minute walk from Hosui SUSUKINO Station

CASUAL RESTAURANT LOARU: Buffet-style dining with Japanese, Western, Chinese and other freshly prepared dishes and desserts lined up All you can eat. A la carte dishes such as gratin, fried food, and soup change every week, with 6 types of dishes available at any time. We recommend the hand-rolled sushi and grilled sandwiches that you can choose your ingredients from. Korean cold noodles are also very popular in the summer. Soft cream is delivered to each table every 30 minutes.

Address: Sapporo Tokyu 1N1F, South 4 West 5, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

Business hours: 17:00 ~ 00:00; Friday, Saturday and one day on holidays ~ 02:00

How to get there: Walk 2 minutes from the South Exit of SUSUKINO Station

HANA Gyuttei: Sukiyaki (or shabu-shabu), premium beef all-you-can-eat for $2,300 during regular hours You can also enjoy it for $1680 depending on the time zone. Add $500 to enjoy both hot pot options. Depending on the type of meat, there are also full courses of specially selected frost beef or Tokachi Wagyu beef. Set menu for one person is $1800 ~ you can freely add tofu, buckwheat vegetables, green onions and other items above. The Matsuba crab grilled dish, $980, delivered directly from Kushiro is also popular.

Address: 2F, AOKI Building, South 4 West 2, Chuo-ku, Sapporo

Business hours: 11:00 ~ 02:00; Sundays and holidays ~ 01:00

How to get there: 3 minutes walk from the South Exit of SUSUKINO Station

Hot Springs:

Hot springs in Japan are very famous. Of course, you can’t miss this when you come to Hokkaido, Japan. Now, go to Sapporo Doo; Hakodate Donan; Asahikawa Heavy Snow; Obihiro Hidaka; Kushiro Doto; Wakkanai Dohoku and other places to soak in hot springs and relax your body and mind.

Shopping:

Sapporo:

4-chome Plaza: From teenagers to adults, there are a variety of shops to satisfy customers of all ages. . In the popular free market on the seventh floor, there are a wide variety of products ranging from clothes, groceries, accessories, etc., all in these 26 mini shops, and there is a "toy box" fun throughout the building.

Address: Chuo-ku Minami 1jo Nishi 4-chome

Time: 10:00~20:30

Zaki Seibu: covering the latest fashion and excitement A strong lineup of pretenders. B1 has a variety of domestic and foreign delicacies.

Address: 3-chome, Kita 4-jo Nishi, Chuo-ku

Time: 10:00~20:00

Ikenai: A department store that has been in business for 106 years, this year The reopening in March attracted everyone's attention as "a new trend started from Minami Ichidori". Fashion and daily necessities can be chosen in your own style and at your own price, creating a specialty store that supports urban life-savers.

Address: 2-chome Minami 1, Chuo-ku

Time: 10:00~20:00

Otaru:

Mycal Otaru: A large leisure and entertainment facility opened in 1999. Inside the building, there are lifestyle department store ‘Otaru Saty’ and specialty department store ‘Otaru Bibure’ as the core, as well as a variety of shops including luxury goods and outdoor activity stores. In addition, there are also tourist attractions such as Otaru Yoshimoto, Ishihara World West Police, Warner Mycal Cinema Otaru and other entertainment facilities, so you will not be bored even if you stay there for a day.

Address: 11-5 Chikko, Otaru City

Admission fee: Free

Kitaichi Crystal Museum: The Kitaichi Crystal Museum is located in Otaru Town. A crystal glass shop. The first floor is where glass products and tableware are sold, and the second floor is where artworks created by modern writers are displayed. At the same time, in the Kitaichi Glass Workshop located together with the Kitaichi Crystal Museum, you can observe the glass making process.

Address: 6-7, Otaru Misakicho

Opening hours: 9:00～18:00. Open all year round.

Hakodate:

Hakodate Glass Studio: You can purchase exquisite glass products created by the staff with their own efforts. The Marinn series, which symbolizes the port town and Hakodate, is very popular. In addition, you can freely visit the workshop and experience the glassblowing process in person.

Address: 14-2 Suehiro-cho, Hakodate City

Business hours: 10:00～19:00. Closed on Wednesdays

Hakodate History Plaza: The Hakodate History Plaza is made up of part of the six connected Kanamori warehouse complex. The biggest selling point of the Kanamori Museum is the shopping area consisting of about 20 boutiques from all over the country. Others include restaurants, beer halls, etc.

Address: 14-16 Suehiro-cho, Hakodate City

Business hours: 10:00～19:00. (Mid-April to mid-November: 9:30-19:00). No rest.

(November to April: Closed on the second Tuesday of each month)