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Shosanbetsu Astronomical Observatory

Located on the northern shore of Hokkaido along the Sea of Japan, the remoteness of Shosanbetsu of…

• Wakkanai, Rishiri, Rebun, Rumoi

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Ishiyama open space

Ishiyama open space is home to a type of soft stone used in the construction of many major buildin…

• Sapporo/Jozankei

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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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Kaiyomaru Memorial Museum

Ordered from the Netherlands by the Tokugawa shogunate to strengthen the Edo era naval forces, the…

• Matsumae, Esashi, Okushiri

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Hakodate City Museum of Northern Peoples

This museum displays fascinating artifacts relating to the northern peoples of Hokkaido, including…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

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Noboribetsu Marine Park Nixe

The whole family will enjoy a visit to the Noboribetsu Marine Park Nixe, an aquarium with a unique…

• Area around Toya, Noboribetsu, and Hidaka

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Jewelry Ice

"Jewelry Ice" refers to the clear, beautiful ice seen in Toyokoro-cho from January to Fe…

• Tokachi, Obihiro

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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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Shujitsu-no-Oka

Shujitsu Hill is a hilly area located in Asahikawa City, Hokkaido. It is a 15-minute drive from As…

• Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Tenninkyo

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Onnenai Visitor Center

The Onnenai Visitor Center, located on the border between the Kushiro Wetlands and the forest, is …

• Kushiro, Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro

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Harvester Yakumo

This restaurant is located on a hill overlooking Funka Bay. Yakumo is the birthplace of Japanese H…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

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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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Taiyo-no-Oka Engaru Park・Cosmos Festa

“Cosmos Festa” Held in early Sep.Taiyo-no-Oka Engaru Park in eastern Hokkaido is home …

• Shiretoko, Abashiri, Monbetsu

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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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Rokkatei Main Shop Obihiro

In Hokkaido, Japan’s land of dairy, the leading confectionery manufacturer, Rokkatei, produc…

• Tokachi, Obihiro

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Hakodate Park

A comprehensive park built in 1879 based on citizens' opinions. It is also a famous spot for c…

• Hakodate, area around Hakodate

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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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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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