Hokkaido Adventure Travel Blog

The insider’s look into Hokkaido

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Aug 25, 2023 by Hattie

Vegan & Vegetarian in Hokkaido

Navigating Hokkaido as a vegan or vegetarian poses challenges due to meat-centric traditions. Learn about the impact of dashi and cultural hesitations, explore the historical roots and discover strategies for plant-based eating.

A buffet breakfast, with many small plates of food lined up on trays and tables.

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May 8, 2023 by Ayaka

Covid-19 related requirements when travelling to Japan

This is our guide to visiting Japan as a tourist now that Covid-19 border closures have been lifted. We will endeavour to keep this page up to date but we recommend that you double check official sources before you travel.

Hokkaido jingu shrine in Sapporo City

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Nov 20, 2022 by Kazu

A Local’s Guide to Driving in Hokkaido

Have questions about getting around by car in Hokkaido? In this article, Kazu gives tips for driving in Hokkaido. A handy guide for anyone planning on renting a car and exploring Hokkaido by road.

A view of Lake Kussharo with blue skies and fluffy white clouds.

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Oct 15, 2022 by Ayaka

How to Onsen (Like a Local!)

Dipping in an Onsen, or hot spring, is a post hike ritual for Ayaka! She'll explain all about onsen etiquette, from how to enter the bath to the best way to unwind afterwards so you can dip your toes into this part of our culture!

Hot-spring water gushes out of a wooden pipe and into a small outdoor bathing pool at Nukabira Onsen.

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Nov 7, 2021 by Richard

Hokkaido Travel Tips & Common Questions

Where is Hokkaido? How do I get there? Do people speak English?! All these questions and more are answered in this handy blog by Richard!

Rishiri Island at sunset.

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Sep 22, 2021 by Ayaka

What to pack for Hokkaido?

Excited for your trip to Hokkaido, but are unsure about what to bring? This blog post shares tips on what to pack for Hokkaido, plus local insight and advice to help you prepare for your adventure travel to Hokkaido.

At the summit of Mt Asahidake, Hokkaido's highest peak

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Sep 13, 2021 by Ayaka

How to get to Hokkaido?

By plane, by train, or by ferry? There are many ways to access Japan's northernmost island of Hokkaido. This article goes over the best travel options to Hokkaido from Tokyo, Osaka, as well as other nearby Asian cities and further afield.

An airplane flies above frost-laden trees.

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Sep 5, 2021 by Richard

Why travel to Hokkaido?

So why visit Hokkaido? In this post, Adventure Hokkaido guide Richard, an Englishman who has found home in Hokkaido, shares what makes Hokkaido makes a perfect travel destination to experience a natural Japan.

We stop at local flower farms

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Jul 15, 2021 by Ayaka

Where to stay in Hokkaido?

Learn all the different accommodation options available in Hokkaido and the pros and cons of each. Ayaka also share's some of her own favourite places to stay.

Two single beds sit on a tatami floor in a Japanese style bedroom.