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The insider’s look into Hokkaido

  • Travel Tips

    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.
  • Travel Tips

    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.

    A group of hikers smile and pose for the camera. They are standing around a post marking the summit of Mt Asahidake. A fluffy white cloud fills the sky behind them.
  • Travel Tips

    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.
  • Travel Tips

    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.

    A group take in the colourful rows of flowers at Shikisai no Oka
  • Travel Tips

    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.
  • Travel Tips

    May 25, 2021 by Ayaka

    How much does it cost to travel in Hokkaido?

    How much does a trip to Hokkaido cost? This article clearly lays out the costs of accommodation, transport, food and day to day travel expenses in Hokkaido, plus a daily travel budget for your trip.

    Adventure Hokkaido group enjoys a canoeing trip down a river.
  • Travel Tips

    Feb 28, 2021 by Ayaka

    Best places to visit in Hokkaido

    What are the best places to visit in Hokkaido? Where do locals take their friends when they come for a visit? Well, our handy guide to Hokkaido's top spots has got you covered!

    The bright green moss corridor at Mt. Tarumae.
  • Travel Tips

    Feb 9, 2021 by Ayaka

    What to do in Hokkaido?

    There is a lot to do in Hokkaido! Our founder Ayaka shares her favourite Hokkaido activities across all seasons, from snowshoeing to sea kayaking,

    Alpine hiking in Daisetsuzan - What to do in Hokkaido
  • Travel Tips

    Jan 20, 2021 by Kazu

    What is the best way to travel around Hokkaido?

    Sapporo to Daisetsuzan? By bus or by train? This article explains common ways of getting around Hokkaido, and gives insider tips on how to best get to the destinations most popular with adventurous travellers.

    Train in Hokkaido travelling through a gorge in autumn - How much does it cost to travel in Hokkaido?
  • Travel Tips

    Dec 7, 2020 by Ayaka

    What is the best time to visit Hokkaido?

    Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island, is famous for its outdoor activities and stunningly beautiful scenery. But when is the best time to visit? This blogpost helps travellers pick the best time for their unique preferences.

    Spring flowers in the Hokkaido Mountains