KANTO AREA
TOKYO - Mt. FUJI - HAKONE - NIKKO - YOKOHAMA - KAMAKURA
Tokyo
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Mt Fuji
Japan’s Mt. Fuji is an active volcano about 100 kilometers southwest of Tokyo. Commonly called “Fuji-san,” it’s the country’s tallest peak, at 3,776 meters. Atractions:
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Hakone
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Nikko
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Yokohama
Kamakura
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Gotemba Premium Outlets
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KANSAI AREA
OSAKA - KYOTO - NARA - KOBE
CHUBU AREA
NAGANO - NAGOYA - GIFU
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NAGANO/TOYAMA PREFECTURES
NAGOYA/AICHI PREFECTURES
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GIFU PREFECTURE
Shirakawa-go
TAKAYAMA CITY
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HOKKAIDO
SAPPORO - ASAHIKAWA - KUSHIRO
SAPPORO
*Kaitaku no Mura (general admission JPY800)
(Historical village of Hokkaido with 19th-century homes)
The Historic Village of Hokkaido (開拓の村, Kaitaku no Mura) is an open air museum in the suburbs of Sapporo. It exhibits about 60 typical buildings from all over Hokkaido, dating from the Meiji and Taisho Periods (1868 to 1926), the era when Hokkaido's development was carried out on a large scale. There are four different sections: a town, fishing village, farm village and a mountain village.
(Historical village of Hokkaido with 19th-century homes)
The Historic Village of Hokkaido (開拓の村, Kaitaku no Mura) is an open air museum in the suburbs of Sapporo. It exhibits about 60 typical buildings from all over Hokkaido, dating from the Meiji and Taisho Periods (1868 to 1926), the era when Hokkaido's development was carried out on a large scale. There are four different sections: a town, fishing village, farm village and a mountain village.
**Hokkaido Museum (JPY600) museum with exhibits on local history, nature & Ainu culture.
The Hokkaido Museum (北海道博物館, Hokkaido Hakubutsukan) documents the history and nature of Hokkaido and is located about a ten minute walk from the open air museum. The museum focuses on five main themes, including Ainu culture, history and wildlife.
Here you can tour a number of galleries that will take you back in time and you can even check out woolly mammoths that have been preserved.
The Hokkaido Museum (北海道博物館, Hokkaido Hakubutsukan) documents the history and nature of Hokkaido and is located about a ten minute walk from the open air museum. The museum focuses on five main themes, including Ainu culture, history and wildlife.
Here you can tour a number of galleries that will take you back in time and you can even check out woolly mammoths that have been preserved.
The 2023 Snow Festival is scheduled for February 4-11. It is planned to be held only at the Odori and Susukino venues in 2023, but not at the Tsu Dome venue.
The Sapporo Snow Festival (さっぽろ雪まつり, Sapporo Yuki Matsuri) is held during one week every February in Hokkaido's capital Sapporo. It is one of Japan's most popular winter events.
The Sapporo Snow Festival was started in 1950, when high school students built a few snow statues in Odori Park. It has since developed into a large, commercialized event, featuring spectacular snow and ice sculptures and attracting more than two million visitors from Japan and across the world.
The snow festival is staged on three sites: the Odori Site, Susukino Site and Tsu Dome Site.
The Sapporo Snow Festival (さっぽろ雪まつり, Sapporo Yuki Matsuri) is held during one week every February in Hokkaido's capital Sapporo. It is one of Japan's most popular winter events.
The Sapporo Snow Festival was started in 1950, when high school students built a few snow statues in Odori Park. It has since developed into a large, commercialized event, featuring spectacular snow and ice sculptures and attracting more than two million visitors from Japan and across the world.
The snow festival is staged on three sites: the Odori Site, Susukino Site and Tsu Dome Site.
*Shiroi Koibito Park (general admission JPY800)
Family spot featuring samples and exhibits of chocolates and cookies plus a train ride and garden areas.
**Ishiya Chocolate Factory
Hokkaido has a famous dairy industry and this means that you will find plenty of ice cream in the city.
Family spot featuring samples and exhibits of chocolates and cookies plus a train ride and garden areas.
**Ishiya Chocolate Factory
Hokkaido has a famous dairy industry and this means that you will find plenty of ice cream in the city.
*Sapporo Clock Tower
The Clock Tower is known for being one of the most iconic buildings in Sapporo and it dates from 1878 when it was built in honor of what is now Hokkaido University.
The Clock Tower is known for being one of the most iconic buildings in Sapporo and it dates from 1878 when it was built in honor of what is now Hokkaido University.
*Sapporo Beer Museum
One of the main attractions in Sapporo is the Sapporo Beer Museum which showcases one of the city’s most famous beverages.
One of the main attractions in Sapporo is the Sapporo Beer Museum which showcases one of the city’s most famous beverages.
Great shopping mall with atrium-based food court.
Sapporo Factory is a large shopping and entertainment complex that was opened in 1993 in central Sapporo. There are about 160 establishments that include clothing stores, souvenir shops, restaurants, cafes and a multi-screen movie theater. The shops are concentrated around a five story atrium that provides visitors a refreshing and spacious atmosphere.
Sapporo Factory was constructed on the former site of Japan's first beer brewery, and the complex includes a red brick Akarenga building that is reminiscent of Hokkaido's early development in the late 1800s. A small, functioning brewery can be observed within the building, and the beer itself can be enjoyed afterwards at the Akarenga's beer hall or at a tasting bar.
Sapporo Factory is a large shopping and entertainment complex that was opened in 1993 in central Sapporo. There are about 160 establishments that include clothing stores, souvenir shops, restaurants, cafes and a multi-screen movie theater. The shops are concentrated around a five story atrium that provides visitors a refreshing and spacious atmosphere.
Sapporo Factory was constructed on the former site of Japan's first beer brewery, and the complex includes a red brick Akarenga building that is reminiscent of Hokkaido's early development in the late 1800s. A small, functioning brewery can be observed within the building, and the beer itself can be enjoyed afterwards at the Akarenga's beer hall or at a tasting bar.
*Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observation Deck (JPY530)
Panoramic hilltop views in a pastoral setting and grazing sheep with a statue of Dr. William S. Clark who brought over western farming techniques in late 1800’s.
The most famous aspect of Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill, is the statue of the Dr. William Smith Clark, the father of pioneers in Hokkaido and who left the famous words “boys be ambitious”. His right arm is raised in his characteristic pose as he points “toward the eternal truth which lies far in the distance”. Dr. William Smith Clark was the first “hired foreigner” and served as the vice-principal at the Sapporo Agricultural School (presently Hokkaido University) in 1876. Although he served for only 8 months he had a great influence on all the students. His statue was set up at the Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill as the university was being overwhelmed by tourists.
Adults : ￥520 (groups ￥470)
Children: ￥300 (groups ￥270)
Panoramic hilltop views in a pastoral setting and grazing sheep with a statue of Dr. William S. Clark who brought over western farming techniques in late 1800’s.
The most famous aspect of Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill, is the statue of the Dr. William Smith Clark, the father of pioneers in Hokkaido and who left the famous words “boys be ambitious”. His right arm is raised in his characteristic pose as he points “toward the eternal truth which lies far in the distance”. Dr. William Smith Clark was the first “hired foreigner” and served as the vice-principal at the Sapporo Agricultural School (presently Hokkaido University) in 1876. Although he served for only 8 months he had a great influence on all the students. His statue was set up at the Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill as the university was being overwhelmed by tourists.
Adults : ￥520 (groups ￥470)
Children: ￥300 (groups ￥270)
*Mt. Moiwa Ropeway (JPY300)
This areal tram provides rides up to Mt Moiwa to an observatory deck and restaurant with a beautiful view of Sapporo.
Mount Moiwa (藻岩山, Moiwa-yama) is one of several small, forested mountains southwest of central Sapporo. The mountain is a popular sightseeing spot that is known for the spectacular view out over the city from an observation deck at its summit. The view is especially beautiful after sunset.
The Mount Moiwa Ropeway climbs from the base of the mountain three quarters up the mountain to a transfer station. From there a rather unique mini cablecar travels the rest of the way to the upper station at the summit where there is an observation deck and restaurant with nice views out over the city. The station also houses a planetarium and theater. The ropeway and building complex at the summit were reopened in 2012 after extensive renovations.
This areal tram provides rides up to Mt Moiwa to an observatory deck and restaurant with a beautiful view of Sapporo.
Mount Moiwa (藻岩山, Moiwa-yama) is one of several small, forested mountains southwest of central Sapporo. The mountain is a popular sightseeing spot that is known for the spectacular view out over the city from an observation deck at its summit. The view is especially beautiful after sunset.
The Mount Moiwa Ropeway climbs from the base of the mountain three quarters up the mountain to a transfer station. From there a rather unique mini cablecar travels the rest of the way to the upper station at the summit where there is an observation deck and restaurant with nice views out over the city. The station also houses a planetarium and theater. The ropeway and building complex at the summit were reopened in 2012 after extensive renovations.
*Nijo Fish Market
Nijo Ichiba is often billed as the fish market equivalent of the famous Tsukiji in Tokyo.
This is the place to come to check out a huge range of fish and seafood which is brought to the market fresh every day.
The signature foodstuff in Sapporo is the hairy crab which is also called kegani.
Ramen is also a famous here and comes with a miso paste stock for a salty kick.
*Sapporo Fushimi Inari Shrine
*Mitsui Outlet Park Sapporo Kitahiroshima
Enjoy comfortable shopping in this indoor mall. 180 stores approx.
* Hokkaido Ainu Center
Learn more about the Ainu who are the indigenous ethnic group from Hokkaido.
*Susukino and Tanukikoji shopping street
Shopping Center, night life and restaurants
NOBORIBETSU (1.5h from Sapporo)
Jigokudani Valley
Shin Noboribetsu bridge
Noboribetsu Grizzly Bear Park
LAKE TOYA
Mt. Showa Shinzan
Usuzan Ropeway
Toyako Lake Cruise
HAKODATE
Goryokaku Tower and Bay Area
Hakodate Yama Ropeway
Hakodate Market
Furano & Biei 2 days
*Farm Tomita (Flower viewing)
Coming to Furano during summer is almost like visiting another planet!
Farm Tomita’s lavender fields are the oldest in Japan. Furano lavender became famous nationwide after being featured in a picture of a Japanese National Railways (now JR) calendar. On top of the lavender fields, the "Irodori field" where colorful flowers such as Baby's-breath, poppy, and the Sweet William catchfly are arranged neatly is also a must-see! The different lines of colors are reminiscent of a rainbow.
**Tomita Melon House – Great place to have Yubari King Melon
* Furano Jam Garden
Jam Making and More!
If you think that this place is all about tasting variety of Jams, then you are totally wrong! I admit you can taste them all, but aside from doing it you can try yourself making some jam.
With a little fee, they offer visitor a great jam making class that is held twice in a day.
Besides, Furano Jam Garden is lovely place for your little ones especially if they like the cartoon character Anpanman. There is a building called Anpanman Shop where you can find tons of awesome Anpanman merchandise.
* Rafting on the Sorachi River
Furano is a paradise for outdoor adventure lovers. Rafting on the Sorachi River would be a hilarious outdoor experience, and through this summer activity you are offered to admire the stunning nature scenery that lies along the Sorachi River.
*Furano-Biei Norokko-go train
The Furano-Biei Norokko-go train is not a shinkansen, so don’t expect for a quick ride. It runs at a leisurely speed as a result tourists can enjoy the surrounding spectacular landscapes along the Furano Line.
*Shikozai no Oka (JPY500) & Alpaca Farm (JPY500)
One of the scenic places and popular flower farms in central Hokkaido.
Upon arrival of summer, the gently rolling hills of the garden get covered with tons of flowers. The one who is fond of landscape photography he/she must visit this gorgeous place.
The alpaca farm is a fun place for kids and adults feeding very friendly Alpacas!
*Shirogane Blue Pond
The Shirogane Blue Pond in Hokkaido's Biei is a stunning sight that almost looks otherworldly with its unreal blue color.