Best around Hokkaido Spot List

Brown bears, just a pane of glass away

Mt. Rebun soars above Japan's northernmost island. Enjoy its sights on a cape walk

This popular destination put Sapporo Ramen on the map

Colorful hills reminiscent of European rolling countrysides

The powerful scents and sounds of a hot spring area

With cheap and delicious food for sale, there's often a line-up to visit this popular store

Featuring fun shows and an Aqua Tunnel

Houses that gave new life to waste materials

Rich ecosystems on a massive scale

Japan's northernmost ice-free lake

Take home Hokkaido's fresh seafood

Survey the islands of Kunashiri, Rebun, and Sakhalin

A lone poplar tree stands amidst hills

Passing down Ainu lifestyle and culture

Enjoy delicately prepared ramen made with carefully selected ingredients

Sixty snapshots of Biei landscapes

Biei Station is your starting line

Buildings that saw actual usage offer a unique historical experience

This museum was once a ferry that connected Japan's main island to Hokkaido

Keep an eye out for plentiful wildlife