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Cape Erimo

Cape Erimo is located at the southernmost tip of the Hidaka Mountains and juts out spectacularly i…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Shinshinotsu Hot Spring

Only a short 1-hour ride from Sapporo, Hokkaido, the town of Shinshinotsu’s Lake Shinotsu is…

• Area around Sapporo

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Kindaitei

Ishikari’s must-try local dish is Ishikari-nabe, a hearty hot pot made with fresh salmon or …

• Area around Sapporo

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Kotokuji Temple

First established in 1897 and named in 1928, Kotokuji Temple has much to offer the spiritually inc…

• Area around Sapporo

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Otaru Aquarium

Only a short 15-minute drive from the Otaru Canal sits the Otaru Aquarium. The aquarium is a large…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Kitakogane Jomon Archaeological Site

This well-preserved archaeological site dates back to the early Jomon period (5,000 to 3,500 BCE) …

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Former Site of Sendai Clan Manor House

The fort on the site of this museum, the Sendai Shiraoi Motojinya, was originally built in 1856 to…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Date City Museum of History and Culture’s Swordsmith Works…

Sohei Watanabe has practiced the art of sword-making for over 40 years. The creation of Japanese s…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Otaru Ebisuya Rickshaw

Otaru offers a fun and unique experience for visitors looking to take in the city’s atmosphe…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Sake Bar Kamada

At BAR Kamada in Sapporo’s Chuo Ward, traditional Japanese alcohol is the order of the day. …

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Sapporo Night Cruise

For thrill-seekers, Hokkaido Aviation operates incredible sightseeing helicopter tours of the nort…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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JR Tower Observation Deck T38

On the 38th floor of the JR Tower sits an observatory with a breathtaking view of Sapporo city. Fr…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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Bibai-style yakitori (grilled chicken)

Bibai-style yakitori (grilled chicken) is founded upon an enduring and sustainable principle: usin…

• Area around Sapporo

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Miyajimanuma

The small size of the Miyajimanuma wetlands belies their incredible importance for a variety of wi…

• Area around Sapporo

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Rusutsu Resort

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Otaru Canal Cruise

Otaru’s turn of the century-style townscape is a uniquely inspiring sight, especially when seen fr…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Former Okazaki Family Noh Stage (Otaru Noh Theater)

Dating back to the 14th century, Noh is an iconic form of Japanese masked theater. Constructed in …

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Jigoku-zaka Slope

Jigoku-zaka Slope is a 1.5 km long slope leading to Otaru University of Commerce. In the old days,…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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SOMOZA

SOMOZA brings together the history, tradition, craftsmanship, and spectacular scenery that make Ho…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Abuta Shrine

Abuta Shrine in Toyako is known as one of Hokkaido’s prominent power spots. The shrine is si…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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