Hokkaido Prefecture

Japan

A bowl of red caviar, a bowl of yellow soup, and a spoon on a wooden table.
A coastal cityscape with snow-covered buildings and a prominent bridge.
A cityscape at sunset with a river running through the center, surrounded by mountains.
A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush green forest.
A wooden boardwalk with a sign in a foreign language, a person pointing, and a mountainous landscape with steam rising from the ground.

Popular cities in Hokkaido Prefecture

A cityscape with a prominent illuminated square at the center, surrounded by tall buildings and a snowy mountain backdrop.
Sapporo
Known for Festivals, Seafood and Sightseeing
Explore Sapporo: its festivals, sightseeing, sunny weather, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Odori Park
  • Jozankei Hot Spring
  • Tanukikoji Shopping Street
A busy urban street lined with trees and various shops.
Asahikawa
Known for Skiing, Zoo and Rivers
Trip time! Discover the riverfront, zoo, and parks in quaint Asahikawa.

Reasons to visit

  • Asahiyama Zoo
  • Asahikawa City Museum
  • Asahikawa Ramen Village
A church with a spire, snow-covered trees, and a sunset in the background.
Hakodate
Known for Shopping, Seafood and Tours
Come to Hakodate and enjoy its sightseeing, history, and temples.

Reasons to visit

  • Fort Goryokaku
  • Hakodate Morning Market
  • Mount Hakodate
A rural landscape with houses, a green field, and a forested hill.
Furano
Known for Friendly people, Skiing and Mountains
Experience the skiing, mountains, and gardens in Furano!

Reasons to visit

  • Furano Ski Resort
  • Ningle Terrace
  • Furano Shrine
A snow-covered mountain with a ski lift and trees.
Kutchan
Known for Skiing, Snowboarding and Small town
Upscale Kutchan is calling! Discover its skiing, hot springs, coffee, and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU
  • Mt. Niseko Annupuri
  • Mount Yotei
A forested area with a dirt path, dense green foliage, and tall trees.
Tomakomai
Known for Seafood, Skiing and Coffee
Love skiing, horseback riding, and marinas? Get away to Tomakomai!

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