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Hokkaido is a popular tourist destination that boasts many attractions, from the breathtaking lavender fields of Furano and the world heritage site Shiretoko, to the sumptuous gourmet cuisine of Northern Japan. Here you will find information about the culture and cuisine of Hokkaido, an island whose cultural delights vary from region to region.

 
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  • The Circular Rishiri Island
    The Circular Rishiri Island
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    Rishiri Island is located to the west of Wakkanai, Japan's northernmost point, and across the Rishiri Strait from the Sarobetsu Plain. It is a circular island about 20 km off the coast of Hokkaido that has a circumference of 63 km. The symbol of the island is Mt. Rishiri (1,721 m), a beautiful cone-shaped peak which is also referred to as "Rishirifuji."

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  • Cape Soya
    Cape Soya
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    Located at a latitude of 45 degrees, 31 minutes, 14 seconds north, Cape Soya is Japan's most northern point. The point is marked by a 5.44 m tall triangular pyramid-shaped monument that features the North Star as its motif. It is illuminated at night as a further symbol of its celestial inspiration. The monument is a popular spot for people to take photos to commemorate their visits. Visitors can also purchase a certificate to show that they had reached the northernmost point of Japan as a...

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  • Cape Erimo
    Cape Erimo
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    Cape Erimo feels like a land forgotten in time. With dramatic ocean views, mystical mists and gusty winds, you'll find yourself entering another world as you drive down this secluded headland.

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  • Farm Tomita
    Farm Tomita
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    With its characteristic orderly flower fields, Tomita Farm is one of the most photographed spots in Hokkaido , and a major attraction scene during the summer. With its characteristic orderly flower fields, Tomita Farm is one of the most photographed spots in Hokkaido , and a major attraction scene during the summer.

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  • Sounkyo Gorge
    Sounkyo Gorge
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    Part of Daisetsuzan National Park , the Sounkyo area consists of many gorges surrounded by 100 m high cliffs. The area is especially beautiful in the fall, and hiking tours are available almost throughout the year.

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  • Daisetsuzan National Park
    Daisetsuzan National Park
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    Daisetsuzan National Park is the largest park in Japan, this mountain range includes Mount Asahidake which is the highest mountain in Hokkaido.

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  • Asahiyama Zoo
    Asahiyama Zoo
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    Asahiyama Zoo, located in Asahikawa City, Hokkaido, is a popular sightseeing spot and surrounded by many interesting places. At the closest, there is Asahiyama Yuki-no-Mura, where you can enjoy Hokkaido specialty foods such as ramen and “Genghis Kan” mutton hotpot. At Asahiyama Zoo, you can see penguins, seals, polar bears, hippos, and other animals, and observe their natural behavior in the exhibits.

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  • National Ainu Museum
    National Ainu Museum
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    The museum's mission is "to promote proper understanding and awareness of Ainu history and culture in Japan and elsewhere out of respect for the dignity of the indigenous Ainu people"

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  • Jozankei Hot Springs
    Jozankei Hot Springs
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    It is the largest hot spring town in Hokkaido with about twenty ryokan inns.

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  • Sapporo
    Sapporo
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    Sapporo (札幌市) is a large city in northern Japan. Sapporo has the fifth largest population and third largest area in Japan. Many people know Sapporo as the host of the 1972 Winter Olympics. It is also the site of the yuki matsuri Snow Festival each winter, which usually attracts 2 million tourists from all over the world.

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  • Shakotan island
    Shakotan island
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    Is a peninsula jutting out into the Sea of Japan, to the west of Hokkaido. The Shakotan coast stretches for about 42 km. Cape Kamui - which is known as the "green color of Shakotan" - is an extremely beautiful and famous place. Here, the fishing industry is thriving, especially with sea urchin - a specialty of Shakotan.

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  • Otaru Canal
    Otaru Canal
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    Otaru is famous as a city chosen by many people when traveling to Hokkaido, Japan, not only for its nostalgic and romantic beauty, but also famous for its named canal. With a length of more than 1,100m located along the coast, from the Otaru Canal, visitors can see the fanciful street lit by candles, take a boat on the canal, walk under the red brick houses.../p>

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