Hokkaido — Activities & Experiences

🏔️Must-Do Experiences

Furano's lavender fields (July) and sunflower fields (August) are among Japan's most iconic landscapes. Bicycle rental available on site.

July–AugustFurano & BieiFree access

World-renowned ski resort with legendary powder snow (January–March), 30+ runs and stunning views of Mt. Yotei.

Dec.–MarchNiseko UnitedWorld class

Japan's largest national park. Volcanoes, hot springs, alpine hiking and unique wildlife including deer, foxes and migratory birds.

Year-roundAsahikawaProposed UNESCO

UNESCO World Heritage — one of Asia's most unspoiled wildernesses. Bears, sea eagles and winter drift ice.

Nov.–March (ice)ShiretokoUNESCO 2005

The Sapporo Yuki Matsuri (February) features enormous snow and ice sculptures in Odori Park. Free entry.

FebruarySapporo OdoriFree

One of Japan's most famous onsen resorts with 10 types of mineral water in a dramatic volcanic landscape.

Year-roundNoboribetsuNatural onsen

The caldera Lake Toya and active Mt. Usu volcano offer spectacular scenery. Lake cruises and geological trails.

SummerLake ToyaUNESCO Geopark

Sapporo's Nijo Market is the perfect place to discover Hokkaido's fresh produce: crab, sea urchin, salmon and local dairy.

Year-roundSapporoMorning market