Ningle Terrace: Furano’s Cozy Arts and Crafts Village

A central town in Hokkaido known for its picturesque landscape, Furano holds one novel treasure: Ningle Terrace, a group of 15 cottages hidden in the woods next to one of Furano’s most popular resorts, New Furano Prince Hotel.

Culture Food & Drink Shopping Hokkaido

Sarah A. Hasselle

December 17, 2018

101 Reasons to Visit the Sea of Japan Coast

Sixteen of Japan’s forty-seven prefectures along its coastline. Here’s over 101 starting points, from north to south and east to west, for exploring the amazing Japan coast of the Sea of Japan.

Chubu Chugoku Hokkaido Kansai Tohoku

Dkun

November 27, 2018

5 Things to Eat in Sapporo

To get ready for your trip, you’ll need to know what to eat, and you don’t even need to leave the capital city of Sapporo.

Food & Drink Hokkaido

Jackie Imamura

November 2, 2018

Milk Village: Hokkaido's Ice Cream Parlor For Adults

Milk Village is an ice cream parlour in Hokkaido that is strictly for adults only.

Food & Drink Hokkaido

Alfie Blincowe

October 29, 2018

15 Things to Do in Sapporo

Known for its annual snow festival, Sapporo is one of Japan’s most vibrant cities and is extremely visitor-friendly. It has fantastic food and plenty to do. Here’s a sampling:

Culture Shopping Sightseeing Travel Tips Hokkaido

Jackie Imamura

October 19, 2018

Visiting Kobushi Kiln: the Oldest Pottery Kiln in Hokkaido

Do you like pottery? Do you want to test out your slab building-skills or get a special souvenir to bring back home? Look no further than Kobushi Kiln, the oldest pottery kiln in Hokkaido. Kobushi Kiln is a three-generation family kiln that was opened in 1946.

Culture Hokkaido

Sarah A. Hasselle

September 11, 2018

Hokkaido’s “Ramen Guy” – The Best Places for a Savory Bowl of Ramen in Asahikawa

There are two main reasons why people generally visit Asahikawa, Hokkaido. One reason is Asahiyama Zoo, the most popular zoo in Hokkaido, and the other reason is ramen. To help guide me on which shops I should visit, I asked Asahikawa’s “Ramen Guy” for help.

Food & Drink Hokkaido

Sarah A. Hasselle

July 24, 2018

Japan’s Late Bloomers: The Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Hokkaido

Happen to miss the cherry blossoms in Tokyo or Osaka this year? No worries, it’s not too late to see them in Hokkaido!

Nature Hokkaido

Sarah A. Hasselle

May 1, 2018

The 69th Sapporo Snow Festival 2018: Best in Snow

The Sapporo Snow Festival manages to successfully bring together traditional and popular forms of Japanese culture, whilst also promoting stronger ties between international communities, never losing sight of the local Sapporo community at its core.

Events Hokkaido

Madeleine Donaldson

February 7, 2018

Snowshoes, Sake, and Secret Onsens: An Interview with Rob Evans of Niseko Snowshoe Tours

Rob sat down with Taiken to tell us a bit about what life is like as a guide in one of the top winter destinations on the planet, and why you shouldn’t fear the bears.

Nature Hokkaido

Emily Dickson

January 19, 2018

5 Winter Activities in Hokkaido (Other than Skiing)

Winter is here and Hokkaido are already catching a huge helping of snow. While most visitors are going there for the skiing, what other fun things can people do there?

Nature Travel Tips Hokkaido

Francesca Le Lohe

December 16, 2017

Abashiri, Hokkaido: One Day, Three Lakes, Pink Grass and a Festival

Abashiri is located on the east coast of north Hokkaido and it was great to visit in the autumn. The pink coral grass can be seen at this time of year, and there are birdwatching opportunities as well!

Nature Hokkaido

Ana Verissimo

September 21, 2017

15 Things to Do in Hokkaido

Located in the northern part of Japan, below is a list of things to do in this beautiful place.

Food & Drink Nature Sightseeing Travel Tips Hokkaido

Marina Lizio

July 15, 2017

Tanukikoji: Sapporo’s Oldest Shopping Arcade

Tanukikoji–Sapporo’s oldest shopping arcade–is a roofed souvenir paradise that boasts a kilometre-long stretch with two hundred shops and seven streets worth of tourist-friendly shopping.

Food & Drink Shopping Hokkaido

Joe Scott

July 8, 2017

Sapporo Ramen Show: Enjoy Ramen from All Over Japan!

Located in Sapporo’s famous Odori Park, the Sapporo Ramen Show 2017 is on until Sunday, May 28!

Events Food & Drink Hokkaido

Nahdah Sholihah

May 23, 2017

Hokkaido Jingu: Sapporo's Beautiful Shrine Experience

Thousands of visitors travel each year to visit the shrine commemorating Emperor Meiji, with beautiful picturesque sceneries surrounding the religious grounds.

Culture Hokkaido

Sandra

May 18, 2017

The Best Wi-Fi Connection Points in Sapporo

Getting online while traveling is crucial, and even if it has become very easy to do so in Japan with the apps Travel Japan WiFi and Japan Connected WiFi, lets take a look at some of the places in central Sapporo that offer reliable free WiFi spots.

Travel Tips Hokkaido

Sandra

April 11, 2017