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Destinations

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Wakkanai and Northern Hokkaido: Japan’s Northernmost Point

March 29, 2026March 24, 2026 by Hokkaido Adventures
Wakkanai Station Northernmost Railroad monument in Hokkaido
DestinationsWakkanai and Northern Hokkaido: Japan’s Northernmost PointWakkanai is as far north as you can go in Japan without leaving the country. Cape Soya, 30 kilometres east…5 min read
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Eastern Hokkaido: Why Most Tourists Skip It and Why You Shouldn’t

March 29, 2026March 24, 2026 by Hokkaido Adventures
Tranquil lakeside scene with boulders and mountains in Teshikaga Hokkaido
DestinationsEastern Hokkaido: Why Most Tourists Skip It and Why You Shouldn’tMost visitors to Hokkaido follow a predictable route: fly into Sapporo, day-trip to Otaru, maybe Furano or Niseko, possibly Hakodate…7 min read
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Furano and Biei: Lavender Fields, Blue Pond, and the Best of Central Hokkaido

March 29, 2026March 24, 2026 by Hokkaido Adventures
Vibrant lavender fields at Farm Tomita in Nakafurano Hokkaido Japan
DestinationsFurano and Biei: Lavender Fields, Blue Pond, and the Best of Central HokkaidoFurano and Biei sit in the agricultural heart of Hokkaido, about two hours from Sapporo. In July, Furano's lavender fields…6 min read
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Hakodate Travel Guide: Night Views, Morning Markets, and Western History

March 29, 2026March 24, 2026 by Hokkaido Adventures
Famous Hakodate night view from Mount Hakodate showing city lights and twin bays
DestinationsHakodate Travel Guide: Night Views, Morning Markets, and Western HistoryHakodate doesn't feel like the rest of Hokkaido. While Sapporo runs on a grid and Niseko caters to skiers, Hakodate…6 min read
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Sapporo Travel Guide: Top Things to See and Do

March 29, 2026March 24, 2026 by Hokkaido Adventures
Captivating aerial view of Sapporo Japan in winter at dusk
DestinationsSapporo Travel Guide: Top Things to See and DoSapporo is a city that consistently surprises visitors. Japan's fifth-largest city doesn't feel like a metropolis — it feels like…8 min read
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Tours & tastings we’ve reviewed

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★ 5.0Sapporo Bar Hopping Food TourFrom $108
★ 4.7Hokkaido Seasonal: Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Jigokudani ValleyFrom $551 day
★ 5.0Sapporo Private Tour with a Local – Highlights & Hidden GemsFrom $109
★ 4.9Sapporo: Sumo Show Experience with Japanese food & PhotoFrom $772 hours
★ 5.0Popular in SapporoExperience authentic hand-made soba at a real soba shop!From $72
★ 5.0Otaru Rickshaw TourFrom $42
★ 5.0Mondo’s most popular plan! Experience making soba noodles and the king of Japanese cuisine, tempura, in Sapporo!From $85
★ 5.0【Private Car】Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond, Shirahige Falls, Ningle Terrace (from Sapporo)From $465

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