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Hokkaido, Japan

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VERY BUSYMay11°9d rain
NOT BUSYJun16°12d rainBEST
BUSYJul20°10d rainBEST
VERY BUSYAug22°11d rainBEST
MODERATESep16°12d rainBEST
MODERATEOct8°10d rain
NOT BUSYNov2°9d rain
BUSYDec-3°10d rain

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Attraktioner i Hokkaido, Japan

Asahiyama Zoo

1. Asahiyama Zoo

4.5 (28,198)
ZooWildlife ParkTuristattraktionParkMuseum

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Otaru Canal

2. Otaru Canal

4.4 (5,906)
TuristattraktionInteressant stedEtablering

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Shiretoko National Park

3. Shiretoko National Park

4.6 (743)
NationalparkTuristattraktionParkInteressant stedEtablering

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Klik for at booke en GRATIS gåtur i Hokkaido, Japan

Den bedste måde at opleve en by med en lokal guide.

Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!

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Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley)

4. Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley)

Hell Valley

4.4 (13,943)
Scenic SpotTuristattraktionVandreområdeSportsaktivitetstedInteressant sted

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Lake Toya

5. Lake Toya

4.6 (1,150)
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Niseko United

6. Niseko United

4.5 (2,632)
Ski ResortTuristattraktionResort HotelHotelLodging

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Mount Hakodate

7. Mount Hakodate

4.6 (3,136)
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Sapporo TV Tower

8. Sapporo TV Tower

4.1 (16,446)
TuristattraktionUdsigtsplatformInteressant stedEtablering

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Farm Tomita

9. Farm Tomita

4.4 (7,321)
TuristattraktionHaveWholesalerFarmInteressant sted

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Shirogane Blue Pond

10. Shirogane Blue Pond

4.3 (28,630)
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Additional popular things to do in Hokkaido, Japan

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Traditional Sweet Dishes

Shiroi Koibito

Shiroi Koibito

These famous white chocolate sandwiched cookies are made by Ishiya in Sapporo and are the prefecture's most iconic souvenir, cherished for their delicate buttery biscuit and creamy filling.

Yubari Melon Parfait

Yubari Melon Parfait

Yubari melons are prized for their intense sweetness and fragrance, and parfaits made with them showcase the fruit's luxury status, sometimes featuring melons that sold for record auction prices.

Hokkaido Soft Serve

Hokkaido Soft Serve

Made from rich local milk, Hokkaido soft serve is famed across Japan for its ultra-creamy texture and pure dairy flavor, often found at farms and markets throughout the island.

Traditional Savory Dishes

Sapporo Miso Ramen

Sapporo Miso Ramen

Developed in Sapporo after World War II, this hearty miso-based ramen features a robust broth, thick noodles, and toppings like butter and corn that highlight Hokkaido's dairy and corn production.

Jingisukan (Genghis Khan)

Jingisukan (Genghis Khan)

This distinctive dish of grilled lamb or mutton is cooked on a convex iron grill and remains a beloved Hokkaido specialty, reflecting the island's history of sheep farming and communal dining culture.

Ishikari Nabe

Ishikari Nabe

Named after the Ishikari River, this traditional salmon hotpot uses miso-based broth and regional vegetables, originating as a practical, warming dish for cold Hokkaido winters.

Traditional Beverages

Sapporo Beer

Sapporo Beer

Founded in Sapporo in 1876, Sapporo is one of Japan's oldest breweries and its beers have become synonymous with the city and Hokkaido's brewing heritage.

Hokkaido Milk

Hokkaido Milk

Hokkaido's high-quality milk, produced from local dairy farms on fertile pastures, is celebrated nationwide and enjoyed fresh, in coffee, and as the base for many local dairy products.

Yoichi Whisky

Yoichi Whisky

The Yoichi Distillery, established by Masataka Taketsuru, brought Scottish-style single malt whisky production to Hokkaido, and its peaty, robust whiskies are highly regarded in Japan and abroad.

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Day trips

Otaru

40 km 30-40 min by train

Historic canal town, seafood, glassware shops.

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Jozankei

35 km 50-60 min by bus

Mountain hot springs, scenic river valley.

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Noboribetsu

100 km 1h 15m by train

Famous hot spring, Jigokudani 'Hell Valley' sights.

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Furano

120 km 2h by limited express train

Lavender fields and rural landscapes, seasonal flowers.

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Niseko

100 km 2-2.5h by train and bus

World-class skiing, outdoor activities and nightlife.

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Kommentarer (8)

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Liam G.

Køb Hokkaido Rail Pass, hvis du hopper mellem byer, og book altid sæder online eller ved større stationer før travle ferieuger.

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Kanya R.

Tip: køb et Hokkaido Rail Pass til flere lange stræk, reserver siddepladser tidligt på helligdagsweekender for ikke at stå.

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Ana G.

Snowy Sapporo streets at night felt magical, ramen booths are everywhere, but eating out adds up. Five days gave a good taste.

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Emilio V.

Avoid eateries around Odori Park, walk two blocks toward Susukino for cheaper bowls and izakaya where locals actually eat.

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Zaki N.

Skip restaurants on the main tourist strip, walk two blocks for family izakayas. Same dishes, better prices, friendlier service.

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Getting there

Train stations

Sapporo Station

JR Hakodate Main Line; Airport Rapid; limited express services

Asahikawa Station

Sekihoku and Soya lines; limited express to Sapporo

Hakodate Station

Hakodate Main Line; connections via Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto for Shinkansen

From New Chitose, take the Airport Rapid JR train to Sapporo in about 37-45 minutes.

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Nyttige oplysninger for Hokkaido, Japan

Populære shoppingstederTanukikoji Shopping Street, Sapporo JR Tower, Sapporo Factory, Rera Outlet Mall Tomakomai
Populære nattelivsstederSusukino Sapporo, Otaru nightlife area, Sapporo Beer Garden
Populære afslappede restauranterSapporo Ramen Alley, Izakaya, Seafood markets
Populære fine restauranterKaiseki restaurants, Michelin-starred restaurants in Sapporo
Populære kaffebarerCafe Morihiko, Starbucks Sapporo, Hokkaido Coffee Roasters
Postevand sikkert at drikkeJa
Digital nomad visumNej
Bedste taxi-appJapanTaxi, DiDi, Uber, LINE Taxi
Taxi pris / km$1.5
Turister / år4000000
Befolkning5200000
Mobil internet hastighed150 Mbps
Arbejdsløshedsprocent2.8 %
Fattigdomsprocent16 %
Gennemsnitlig indkomst / måned$3300
Gennemsnitlige leveomkostninger / måned$1800
Hotelpris / nat fra$50
Ølpris fra$5
Kaffepris fra$3
Gademad pris fra$3
Restaurantmåltid pris fra$10
Lokal valutaJPY
StiktyperA
ReligionerShinto, Buddhism, None
Talte sprogJapanese, English, Ainu
Etniske grupperJapanese, Ainu, Other
Politisk orienteringcentre-right
Befolkningstæthed62 /km²
Geografisk område83423 km²
Mulige naturkatastroferEarthquakes, Volcanoes, Tsunamis, Heavy snow, Landslides
Farlige dyrEzo brown bear, Ticks, Japanese mamushi snake
Steder til en god gåturOdori Park, Moerenuma Park, Otaru Canal, Goryokaku Park, Niseko trails
Populær offentlig transportJR trains, Sapporo Subway, Buses, Trams
FlyselskaberANA, JAL, Air Do, Skymark
Anbefalede vaccinationerRoutine vaccinations, Tetanus, Hepatitis A
ArkitekturtypeModern, Meiji-era, Wooden temples, Historic port warehouses
Gennemsnitligt ølforbrug pr. person / år42 l
Gennemsnitligt vinforbrug pr. person / år3 l
Drikkepenge-kulturNo tipping expected
Coworking / dag$12
Airbnb / måned$1200
1-værelses leje / måned$650
Fitnesscenter / måned$50
Dagligt budget (backpacker)$50
Dagligt budget (mellemklasse)$120

Oversigt for Hokkaido, Japan

Engelsk færdighedGennemsnitlig
TrafiksikkerhedMeget god
Venlig over for udlændingeGennemsnitlig
YtringsfrihedGod
Offentlig transportGod
SundhedsvæsenMeget god
UddannelseMeget god
Strømnet pålidelighedMeget god
Sikkerhed mod voldelig kriminalitetMeget god
GåvenlighedGod
NattelivGod
MadsceneGod
LGBTQ+ venligGennemsnitlig
Startup-sceneDårlig
StøjniveauDårlig
RenlighedMeget god
Adgang til naturMeget god
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