The Shakotan Peninsula has Hokkaido’s most dramatic coastline — sheer cliffs, water so blue it has its own name, and the best fresh uni in Japan. Everything you need to know about Cape Kamui, Shimamui Coast, and the coastal drive from Sapporo.
An honest look at Hoshino Resorts Tomamu in central Hokkaido. The sea of clouds, skiing, indoor wave pool, ice village, and whether the resort-style experience and premium prices are actually worth it for your trip.
Lake Akan, Lake Mashu, and Lake Kussharo form the heart of eastern Hokkaido. A guide to volcanic crater lakes, Ainu culture at Ainu Kotan, marimo moss balls, free sand onsen, and why you need a car to see it all.
Everything you need to know about seeing drift ice in Hokkaido — from the Aurora icebreaker cruise in Abashiri to drift ice walking in Shiretoko, plus when to go, what to wear, and how to get there.
A no-nonsense guide to Hakodate Morning Market covering the best seafood bowls, live squid fishing, which stalls to skip, opening hours, prices, and practical tips for getting there from Sapporo.
Jingisukan is Hokkaido’s signature lamb BBQ dish — thinly sliced lamb grilled on a dome-shaped iron plate, with vegetables catching the fat below. Here’s where to eat it in Sapporo, how the raw vs marinated debate works, and why this is the meal most visitors overlook.
Planning a honeymoon in Hokkaido? From Otaru Canal walks to private onsen baths at Lake Toya, here are the best romantic stays, experiences, and a 7-day itinerary for couples.
An honest breakdown of every way to travel around Hokkaido — JR trains, highway buses, rental cars, and domestic flights. Which option works for which route, what they cost, and when you actually need a car.
Hokkaido is one of the safest places you will ever visit — for crime, at least. The real risks are winter weather, icy roads, and the occasional bear. Here is what you actually need to know before your trip.
A first-hand guide to travelling Hokkaido alone, covering safety, eating solo at ramen counters and sushi bars, accommodation from capsule hotels to ryokan, getting around by train and car, meeting people, onsen etiquette, costs, and the honest downsides of solo travel on Japan’s northern island.