Best Visiting Spot List

A park designed by the sculptor Isamu Noguchi. The whole area is an artistic space with enormous sculptures interspersed throughout the park.

Mt. Yotei is also called Yezo Fuji for its resemblance to Mt. Fuji. There are plenty of activities to enjoy at the base of the mountain throughout the year.

A broadcasting tower standing 147.2 m tall at the eastern edge of Odori Park with a panoramic view of the city of Sapporo from an observation deck about 90 m above ground.

The Otaru Canal is a sightseeing spot emblematic of Otaru. About 1.1 km long, old warehouses stand side by side along one edge; along the other runs a promenade ideal for a pleasant stroll.

Shiroi Koibito is the must-get gift to take home from Hokkaido. This theme park is the perfect place to see, taste, and experience all sorts of sweets.

Five lakes surrounded by forest in Shiretoko. Feel at one with nature as you stroll along pathways in this World Natural Heritage Site.

A caldera lake formed by an eruption from Mt Oakan, Lake Akan rests among a rich natural environment and is famous for the marimo growing in it.

Japan's northernmost zoo is a drawcard thanks to its unique enclosures where you can see the animals living naturally.

Noboribetsu is a historic onsen (hot spring) area opened in the Edo period that uses the steaming Jigokudani as its source. The area hosts plenty of attractions besides Jigokudani.

Flower gardens featuring around 30 flower varieties create a rainbow of color blanketing 150,000 sq.m. of the hills around Biei.

Motomachi Roman Catholic Church has one of the longest histories of any church in Japan. A large octagonal tower characterizes the church, which was rebuilt in 1924.

A star-shaped fort with the first French-style fortifications in Japan. The Battle of Hakodate took place here, and it's now open to the public as a park.

Powder snow and courses to meet all needs, with lessons to help your children hit the slopes!

Easy access to high quality powder snow 1000 meters above sea level! Fifteen unique courses!

See flora and birds that call the mountainside their home

A natural powder paradise with a view of Mt. Yotei.

One of Japan's largest winter resorts, with world-class snow.

Ride on fine powder snow looking out on a magnificent view of Tokachi Plain.

Hokkaido's largest ski area, only 30 minutes from Asahikawa and 90 minutes from Sapporo by high-speed bus.

Learn about the history of sake making, starting back in the Edo period (1603-1868)