Unlike previous parks, “Moerenuma Park” in Sapporo, Hokkaido is full of original charm. The world-famous sculptor “Isamu Noguchi” made the basic design, and the entire park was made like a sculpture. You can experience the seasonal charm of Sapporo and enjoy the beautiful scenery that combines nature and art. It is built with the concept of “one sculpture as a whole.” In the … [Read more...] about Moerenuma Park, Hokkaido
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Nakashibetsu Natsu Matsuri (Nakashibetsu Summer Festival), Hokkaido
In Japan, paper lanterns have been used for festivals, ceremonies, etc. for a long time. Originally paper lantern was a special one that can only be used by people of the upper class such as aristocrats and samurai, but since the middle of the Edo era it has become a popular lighting fixture for the general public as well. A paper lantern which can be said as a representative … [Read more...] about Nakashibetsu Natsu Matsuri (Nakashibetsu Summer Festival), Hokkaido
Sapporo Beer Museum, Hokkaido
"Sapporo Garden Park" located about 2 kilometers east from JR Sapporo Station and about 7 minutes by bus service is a facility that used the site of “SAPPORO BEER” Sapporo Plant closed in 2003. It was developed in the city as "to protect historical buildings continuing from the Hokkaido Development Commissioner in the Meiji Era and the historic buildings of red bricks and … [Read more...] about Sapporo Beer Museum, Hokkaido
Lake Akan, Hokkaido
“Lake Akan” in eastern Hokkaido. It is surrounded by beautiful nature and you can touch the special natural monument Marimo and the culture of indigenous Ainu people in Hokkaido. It is also full of charms such as high-quality hot springs. Introducing the attractions of Lake Akan area, a popular tourist destination visited by many people from home and abroad. Lake Akan is a … [Read more...] about Lake Akan, Hokkaido
Unkai Terrace (The Terrace of Sea of Clouds), Hokkaido
Have you ever seen a scene where the entire landscape in front of you is covered with sea of clouds? Within the Hoshino Resort Tomamu in Yufutsu-gun, Hokkaido, there is the “Tomamu Unkai Terrace” (The Terrace of Sea of Cloud) where you can see Unkai for a limited time. When you go to the top of the mountain with the gondola swaying, you'll see a moving landscape that you've … [Read more...] about Unkai Terrace (The Terrace of Sea of Clouds), Hokkaido
Noboribetsu Hot Springs, Hokkaido
Noboribetsu is a city in the southwestern part of Hokkaido. The nearest airport is New Chitose Airport, which can be reached in about an hour and 15 minutes by car. The place name “Noboribetsu” is said to be derived from the Ainu language “Nupuru petsu” and is closely related to Ainu. Noboribetsu has a variety of natural parks, bear farms, marine parks, historical villages, … [Read more...] about Noboribetsu Hot Springs, Hokkaido
Akan Ainu Kotan, Hokkaido
Ainu Kotan, one of the largest in Hokkaido, is located on the shores of Lake Akan, a tourist attraction in Hokkaido. It is within walking distance from the hot spring town of Akanko Onsen. It is popular as a spot where you can experience traditional Ainu dance, Ainu people's lifestyle, wood carving and embroidery. Lake Akan is located in the northern part of Kushiro city in … [Read more...] about Akan Ainu Kotan, Hokkaido
Farm Tomita, Hokkaido
Hills with gentle curves. The colorful flowers planted in strips are as bright as paints such as red and yellow centered on purple of lavender. And the background is forest green and blue sky. This is Furano in Hokkaido. Although there are a number of tourist spots in Japan with flowers, Furano's lavender field is one of the most famous spots for summer flowers. And when it … [Read more...] about Farm Tomita, Hokkaido
Mt. Daisetsuzan, Hokkaido
Mt. Daisetsuzan. This place is called “Kamuimintara”, which means “the garden where the gods play” for the Ainu people living in Hokkaido for a long time. There is a majestic nature, full of mysterious powers that attract gods. Mt. Daisetsuzan is not the name of a single mountain, but a generic name for 2000-meter-class volcanic groups that run in the center of Hokkaido. It … [Read more...] about Mt. Daisetsuzan, Hokkaido
Shirogane Aoiike (the blue pond of Shirogane), Hokkaido
The blue pond of Shirogane in Biei-cho, Hokkaido is a famous tourist attraction around Asahikawa alongside Lavender in Furano and Asahiyama Zoo. Adopted as an iPhone wallpaper, it is well known and popular all over the world, and congestion and traffic jams occur on weekends and holidays. The reason for the blue color is due to the scattering of sunlight, so the difference in … [Read more...] about Shirogane Aoiike (the blue pond of Shirogane), Hokkaido