【Japanese Trip】things to do in Hokkaido
Welcome to what the Japan. The theme of this issue is Hawkaido, a paradise of nature and gourmet food. There are 47 prefectures in Japan, each with its own unique charm. In this issue, one of these prefectures is introduced in depth. So, let’s go. This channel introduces a variety of information on Japanese culture, history, tourism, etc. Hokkaido is a vast region located in the northernmost part of Japan. It covers an area of approximately 83,400 km or about 22% of Japan’s total land area. The population is approximately 5.1 million, ranking 9inth in Japan. The prefixural capital is Saporro City located in the northernmost part of Hokkaido. It is the coldest region in Japan. Therefore, it snows for more than half a year from November to May. This makes shoveling snow a tough job. On the other hand, the city is famous for events that take advantage of the snow, such as skiing and snow festivals. In summer, Hokkaido is cooler than Honchu, making it a popular summer resort. Airplanes are the most common means of transportation from Tokyo to Hokkaido. The flight from Haneda airport to New Kito airport in Saporro takes about 1 and 1/2 hours. You can also take the Shin Kansen bullet train to Hakurate in about 4.5 hours. Of course, getting around Hokkaido is also difficult. We recommend renting a car near the airport. If you take a cab, you will be in trouble. There are many places in Hokkaido where you can enjoy nature, animals, and a beautiful scenery. Here we introduce five sightseeing spots that are especially popular among foreign tourists. Saporro Odori Park and the Saporro Snow Festival. Located in the center of Saporro, Odori Park is a spacious green area where flowers bloom from season to season. In February, the world famous Saporro snow festival is held here, where giant snow statues line the streets. It is one of the world’s three largest snow festivals, and the largest one is about 15 m high. You will be amazed at the beauty and scale of the snow statues. Asahikiawa Asahyama Zoo. Asahyama Zoo located in Asahiawa City is a zoo that uses a unique method called behavioral exhibition to showcase its animals. Simply put, the animals ecology and abilities are induced and shown to customers. Visitors can see penguins swimming in a tunnel-shaped tank that makes them appear to swim in midair or polar bears jumping into the water up close. Of course, both penguins and polar bears get tired, so the number of performances per day is fixed. Check the website in advance. Lavender fields in Furano and Ba. Furano and Ba are towns in central Hokkaido with beautiful flower fields. Especially from June to July, the purple colored lavender fields are at their best, attracting many tourists. Moreover, admission is basically free. The types of flowers vary depending on the season, so if you like it, you can visit again and again. Noetsu hot springs. No Borabetsu city is home to No Borabetsu onen, one of the most famous hot springs in Hokkaido. The smell of sulfur wafting from the volcanic fummeralss called Hell Valley is like the power of the earth. People call it Jigoku because of its visual appeal. While staying at a rioon, you can experience traditional Japanese onen culture. By the way, check out this video to learn more about the rules of Japanese hot springs. Hakadete night view and Gorioaku. Hakadete is a historic city that prospered as a port town. The night view from Mount Hakadete is called one of the world’s top three nights and looks like it is covered in jewels. It is also known as the milliondoll nightscape. Goryokaku, a pentagonal star-shaped fortress, is a rare sight in Japan, and its beauty is also a highlight. It was also featured in the famous anime Detective Conan movie. Hokkaido is a treasure trove of fresh ingredients nurtured by its vast nature. Here are five must-ry local dishes of Hokkaido. Jingisukan. Jingisukan is a dish of lamb meat grilled with a special sauce. The meat and vegetables are grilled together in a special iron pan and the savory flavor can be enjoyed. Some restaurants use deer meat. Try it. Kaisen Don seafood bowl. Hokkaido is famous for its fresh seafood. Kaizen Don seafood bowl with sea urchin, salmon row, crab, scallops, and other delicacies on top is the ultimate in luxury. You can enjoy fresh kaisendon at the Hakodate morning fish market or otu market. Going to the fish market in the morning and tasting the freshly caught seafood is a unique Hokkaido experience. Soup curry. Soup curry is a curry dish that originated in Hokkaido and consists of vegetables and chicken in a spicy soup. Unlike rue type curry, it is as light and refreshing as soup. The curry is served with a variety of toppings allowing you to create your own unique dish. Ishikari nab. Ishikari nab is a nab dish of salmon and vegetables simmered in a miso based soup and originated in the fishing town of Ishikari. The salmon and vegetables are freshly caught in Hokkaido. It is a dish unique to cold Hokkaido. Ramen. Hokkaido has a wide variety of ramen and each city has its own unique flavor. Saporro ramen has a rich mso flavor. Asahikawa ramen is soy saucebased with the seafood broth and hakodate ramen has a salty flavor. The variety of flavors means you won’t get bored every day. You might get fat though. Hawko is a place that combines a scale that sets it apart from other prefectures and a diversity of attractions. It offers great nature, beautiful scenery, animal encounters, hot springs, and above all, a treasure trove of gourmet food. Whether as a tourist destination or a culinary destination, you will want to visit again and again. Make Hokkaido your next travel destination. 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