Hokkaido

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World-famous Hokkaido seafood and produce! Introducing the Sapporo Central Wholesale Market Curb Market

Sapporo / Chitose Other Shopping

The Sapporo City Central Wholesale Market is affectionately referred to as “Hokkaido’s Kitchen”. The seas around Hokkaido are rich fishing grounds providing salmon, herring, mackerel, Atka mackerel, and several other marine products. The market also receives shipments of potatoes and other vegetables, as well as melons and other kinds of fruit, from all parts of Hokkaido. The general public is not able to enter the Central Wholesale Market—however anyone is able to shop in the Outer (or “Curb”) Market! Here products are received directly from the wholesale market supplying around 60 retailers and eating establishments with the freshest produce imaginable.

Lost Your Passport in Japan? 8 Things You Need to Know!
Fuji-Q Highland: Explore Japan’s Most Exciting Amusement Park at Japan’s Highest Mountain, Now Free to Enter!

Theme Parks
From Glass Blowing to Candle Making! 6 things to do when you come to Otaru

Otaru Culture Experience
Complete Hokkaido Itinerary: Exploring Sapporo, Otaru, Noboribetsu and Lake Toya!

Sapporo / Chitose Other Townscapes
Three Popular Shops Where You’ll find Obihiro's Specialty "pork bowl"!

Obihiro Other Japanese Food
Come see this spectacular view only an hour away from Sapporo! Easy one-day sightseeing trip to the clear waters at Lake Shikotsu

Sapporo / Chitose Rivers, Lakes & Canyons

Makeup and Skincare Must-Buys at Best 100 Yen Shop Daiso!

100 Yen Shops

Fueling your makeup addiction is pricy, but being beautiful doesn't have to hurt your wallet. With a plethora of items priced at just 100 yen, it's no surprise that Daiso’s selection of beauty products have earned it legions of budget conscious fans across Japan. Enter a Daiso anywhere in Japan, and you will be surprised at the dizzying selection of beauty and skin care items in stock. It can be difficult when there’s so many products to choose from! We set out to find the best that Daiso has to offer.

Cherry Blossoms FAQ - The Ultimate Guide to Sakura Trees!

Spring
Up for Ramen in Asahikawa? Here are 3 must-visit shops!

Asahikawa Ramen
What’s In Your Bag, Ami? – Things a Japanese College Student Can’t Live Without!
Easy Japanese Recipes! How to Make Omu-Soba, Yakisoba with an Omelet! (Episode 11) #IzakayaNobu

Izakaya
Top 8 Ski Resort Areas in Japan That Will Have You Booking Tickets Today

Niseko / Rusutsu Skiing & Snowboarding
Local Recommendation Selection! Must-Visit Sweets Cafés in Sapporo!

Sapporo / Chitose Other Cafes and Sweets

Otaru: Sightseeing, food and shopping!

Otaru Downtown

The port of Otaru developed around 150 years ago as the economic center of Hokkaido during the Meiji and Taisho periods (late 19th/early 20th century). It is now is one of Hokkaido’s leading tourist destinations. The canal and the bank buildings survive today just as they were during that historic period, giving the town its distinctive nostalgic and romantic feel. Take a walk along the canal and enjoy the atmosphere of a bygone era, or go browsing in Otaru’s glassware shops - the town is renowned for its glass products! Or else sample some of the unique fish and seafood dishes served in the restaurants around the port.

Not Only Winter! Fun Summer Activities in Niseko

Niseko / Rusutsu Outdoor Activities
Sightseeing, Gourmet, Shopping! The Best of Hakodate

Hakodate Downtown
Scrumptious Ramen & More! Insider's Guide to 8 Must-Buy Hokkaido Gourmet Souvenirs

Sapporo / Chitose Other Shopping
Locals Recommend: 3 Must-Eat Soup Curry Shops in Sapporo!

Sapporo / Chitose Curry
10 Things to Buy With Your Last ¥1,000 Before Leaving Japan!
Visiting Hokkaido in Autumn: Ultimate guide to what Hokkaido weather is like and the clothes you need!

Sapporo / Chitose Autumn

Prices in Japan: Expressway Toll, Gasoline, Rental Cars

Other Sightseeing

Japan’s national highways span from the northernmost Hokkaido to Okinawa all the way in the south. As of 2016, they cover a total distance of 9318.6 kilometers. For those who prefer a car to planes and trains, such expressways are the best way to get around the country. In that case, it’s essential to know about expressway tolls, as well as the price of gasoline and rental cars. Expressway tolls cover almost all highway sections, and the general image that people tend to have of Japan is that prices are high. But how high is the price of gasoline in reality, compared to other parts of the world? We’ll go over tolls, gasoline, as well as rental cars to help you plan your budget!

Spectacular Scenic Spots around Niseko and Yoteizan

Niseko / Rusutsu Landscapes
Explore the five types of "Live Springs" at the Dai-ichi Takimotokan in Noboribetsu Onsen

Noboribetsu / Lake Toya Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)
All About Japanese Money - Currency Value and Usage
8 Japanese Words That Say More Than English Ever Could
From America to Japan – My Personal Culture Shock Top 10

Sapporo / Chitose
Hokkaido’s “Soul Food”: Checking Out Zangi, Zantare and Karaage!

Kushiro Other Japanese Food

The Working Holiday Visa in Japan

Working holiday is a visa program that allows young people to spend time in the Japan while allowing them to engage in employment as a way to supplementing their travel funds. Only countries or regions that have signed a bilateral arrangements with Japan can benefit from it. Depending on your country, if you are between the ages of 18 and 30, you might be eligible to participate. The aim of the working holiday visa program is to offer youth from countries around the world the chance to broaden their horizons by providing opportunities to learn about a foreign country’s culture and lifestyle. Japan began their working holiday program in 1980 with Australia. As of 2016, Japan has included a total of 16 countries and regions as part of this program. Over 10,000 people have Japanese obtained working holiday visas.