Nikka Yoichi Distillery: Visiting the Birthplace of Japanese Whisky
How to visit the Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery – the birthplace of Japanese whisky, an hour from Sapporo. Tours, tastings, what to buy, and how to get there.
Hokkaido Adventures
Hokkaido Seafood Guide: What to Eat, Where to Eat It, and When
Crab, uni, scallops, salmon roe – the best seafood in Japan.
Hokkaido Craft Beer: Breweries, Taprooms, and What to Drink
Hokkaido has a growing craft beer scene built on clean water and local ingredients.
Hokkaido in Summer: What to Do When the Snow Melts
Summer in Hokkaido means lavender fields, comfortable temperatures, long days, and escape from mainland Japan humidity. Heres what worth doing from June to September.
10-Day Hokkaido Itinerary: The Complete Island Circuit
A 10-day route covering both western and eastern Hokkaido – Sapporo, Furano, Asahikawa, Abashiri, Shiretoko, Kushiro, and back. Day-by-day breakdown with driving times and accommodation tips.
Eastern Hokkaido: Why Most Tourists Skip It and Why You Shouldn’t
The side of Hokkaido that most visitors never see – drift ice, red-crowned cranes, UNESCO wilderness, and some of Japan’s best seafood. A practical guide to planning an eastern Hokkaido trip.
Where to Stay in Kitami: The Best Hotels in Hokkaido’s Yakiniku Capital
A practical guide to hotels in Kitami, eastern Hokkaido. Near the station, by the lake, or in a remote onsen village – where to base yourself and what each hotel actually offers.
Hokkaido Whisky: Yoichi Distillery, Bars, and Where to Taste Japan’s Best
Guide to Hokkaido’s whisky scene – Nikka Yoichi Distillery tour, Sapporo whisky bars, and why Hokkaido’s climate produces some of Japan’s finest single malt.
Hokkaido in Summer: Why It’s Japan’s Best Escape from the Heat
What to do in Hokkaido from June to September – flowers, hiking, festivals, food, and why the rest of Japan wishes they were here.
Hokkaido with Kids: A Practical Family Travel Guide
How to visit Hokkaido with children – the best family-friendly activities, where to stay, transport tips for families, and what ages suit which experiences.