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Soya Hills

At Japan’s most northern frontier lies the city of Wakkanai and the vast expanse of rolling …

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

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Kushiro City Museum

This museum is a treasure trove of discovery, with exciting modern displays arranged around the ce…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

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Shiretoko Goko Lakes

The Shiretoko Five Lakes, one of the eight scenic spots in Shiretoko, are fantastic lakes surround…

• Shiretoko, Abashiri, Monbetsu

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Kamome-jima Island

Historically, Esashi was a bustling port town with cargo ships coming back and forth with precious…

• Matsumae, Esashi, Okushiri

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Fruit Road

The 19.6-km road that runs from the Shioya district of Otaru City to the Minamimachi district of N…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Takikawa Nanohana Fields・Takikawa Nanohana Festival

Held in mid to late MayThe nanohana (canola flower) fields in Takikawa boast some of the largest c…

• Area around Sapporo

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Eco-rin Village

An approximately 40-hectare space that encompasses the Galaxy “Ginga” Garden, which ha…

• Area around Sapporo

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Jizoiwa

These are strangely shaped rocks that stand about 50 meters tall on the west side of Rebun Island,…

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

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Canola Fields in the Town of Abira

The rape blossom fields of Anping Town are located about 30 minutes by car from New Chitose Airpor…

• Area around Sapporo

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Rusutsu Resort

Rusutsu Resort is located in an area of rich nature surrounded by a national park. It is one of th…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Former JNR Temiya Line

The Temiya Line was the first railway line established in Hokkaido. The rails that made up this li…

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Mashu Viewpoint 1

One of three observatories on Lake Mashu along Highway 52. It is commonly known as "Omote Mas…

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

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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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Onibi No Michi

The promenade leading from the entrance of Noboribetsu Onsen's famous “Noboribetsu Hell …

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Shirotai Ranch Observation Deck

The Shirotai Ranch in Nanae, approximately 14 miles from Hakodate, is a municipally-operated ranch…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

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Miyama Pass Overlook

Located along the Furano National Highway (Route 237), the observatory at the pass is situated on …

• Area around Furano, Biei

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Cape Sukai

Cape Sukai, on Rebun Island approximately 30 miles from the northern tip of the Hokkaido mainland,…

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

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The Shakotan Peninsula, not far from Otaru City, is famous for its brilliant blue waters, as well …

• Area around Otaru, Niseko

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Rishirifuji

Off the northern coast of Hokkaido sits Rishiri Island, a beautiful spot for both nature-lovers an…

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

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Usu-Zenkoji Temple

Founded in 826, Usu-Zenkoji temple has a long history of being imbued with increasing cultural sig…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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