Leisure

Sapporo Kokusai Ski Area is thronged with skiers and snowboarders
Sapporo Kokusai Ski Area opened on November 21, and today, on November 23, it was bustling with visitors, with parking areas nearly full. Despite the

Nishioka Suigenchi(西岡水源地)
Nishioka Suigenchi is located in Toyohira ward, the southward of Sapporo. It is between Makomanai and HItsujigaoka. This is a reservoir in the upper-

Moiwayama Ski Resort in Sapporo
Moiwayama Ski Resort, along with Bankei Ski Resort, is one of the closest ski resorts to the center of Sapporo. The slopes here are generally gentler

Snow and Autumn Leaves In Asahiyama Memorial Park
On November 4th, 2014, the mountains around Sapporo were blanketed with snow. A typhoon-like low-pressure system had passed over Hokkaido the previous

Onuma Park, Sightseeing and Wild Nature
Onuma Park is located in the southwest of Hokkaido, specifically in the Donan district of Oshima sub-prefecture. It is conveniently close to Hakodate,

Sapporo Dome Tour & Observation Platform(札幌ドーム)
Since 2023, the local professional baseball team, Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, has departed from this stadium, leading to a significant decrease in e

Doraemon Waku Waku Sky Park In New Chitose Airport
Doraemon Waku Waku Sky Park is located on 3rd floor in New Chitose Airport between International Terminal and Domestic Terminal. When you arrive and g

A full Autumn, towns are colored in red and yellow
Now it's time to see Autumn leaves in the downtown of Sapporo city. Where to go? See below... Place to visit for Autumn leaves in the central area of

Spring Water from Mt.Yoteizan, Kyogoku Meisui Plaza
Welcome to Fukidashi Park in Kyogoku, Niseko. 'Fukidashi' means 'spouting water'. Each day, 80,000 tons of spring water flow from the foot of Mt. Yote

60 min Parking on the road in the central area of Sapporo
Between Sapporo Station and Odori, there are numerous roadside parking areas marked with white lines where cars can park. These spaces are available f

Ikoino Yuyado Iroha in Annupuri, Niseko(いこいの湯宿いろは)
Adult: 800 yen, Child: 400 yen 12:00~22:00(last admission:21:00) Tel: 0136-58-3111

Rent a car agencies in Hokkaido
When you visit to Hokkaido, it is a good idea to rent a car. You can go wherever you want to. There are many rent-a-car services below. Read this a

Bankei New Half Pipe Course Authorized by FIS Will Start at This Season
The Bankei Ski Area in Sapporo will debut its FIS-authorized Half Pipe course at the beginning of this ski season, marking Japan's first such course a

Explorer ‘Hokkaido University Campus Walk Tour in 2014
[caption id="attachment_3342" align="alignnone" width="660"] Elm-no-mori[/caption] When visiting Sapporo, exploring Hokkaido University, the larges

Moerenuma Artistic Fireworks 2014 burns the sky in Moerenuma Art Park
The biggest fireworks in Sapporo, Moerenuma Artistic Fireworks will be held in Sep, 20 in Moerenuma Art Park. This is the 3rd times in this park since

How to Enjoy Niseko Ski Area
Niseko Ski Area, now known as 'Niseko United', comprises four ski areas located on Mt. Niseko-Annupuri, standing at 1,308 meters. It takes approximate

Gotenzan Koen Park: For Family With Little Children
Gotenzan Koen Park (五天山公園) is located in the Fukui area, to the west of Sapporo, specifically in Nishi-ku. Driving from Nishino to Bankei, you will se

10 Check Points of Driving in Hokkaido
If you're looking to explore all of Hokkaido, traveling by car is essential. Many scenic spots are inaccessible by other means. However, it's importan

K90 Miyanomori Ski Jump Stadium
The Miyanomori Ski Jump Stadium (宮の森ジャンプ競技場 Miyanomori Janpu Kyōgijō), formerly known as the Miyanomori-Schanze, is situated in the Miyanomori area we

A Vast Expanse of Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill, Sapporo
Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill is a year-round tourist destination from spring to winter. It's a must-visit spot for tourists in Sapporo. During the