Spot List

A masterpiece of bank architecture from the early 20th century, stately but elegant

Fukumatsu Tanaka, the ”Herring Magnate” leader of a fisherman's union, built this lodge in Tomari-mura. Displays include implements related to the herring industry

Visit a café built for filming a television drama

A scenic view of Sapporo's heart

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

This is the place for local specialties

The history and culture of Hokkaido's indigenous Ainu people come alive at this outdoor museum

A lone poplar tree stands amidst hills

A retro-modern Japanese-themed café

Look for the ”Morris” cable car

The vast nature of Otaru has a new look every season

Observe the antics of adorable bears

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

Venetian glass collected in one place

Observe Mt. Yotei from this hotel's panoramic deck. It also makes for some romantic stargazing

Chock-full of discoveries about northern peoples

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

Hakodate's greatest hot springs, ripe with history and port town charm

Stunning views from 360 degrees of glass

One of Hokkaido's biggest resorts