Sightseeing Boats in Hokkaido
Sightseeing Boats in Hokkaido
Sightseeing Boats in Hokkaido
Sightseeing Boats in Hokkaido
Sightseeing Boats in Hokkaido
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Sightseeing Boats in Hokkaido
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Introduction Sightseeing Boats in Hokkaido

Introduction
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As the northernmost island of Japan, Hokkaido is famous for its magnificent natural scenery and unique cultural experience.

Scenic experience: You will take a cruise between the blue sea and blue sky of Hokkaido, as if floating in a dreamlike painting. Along the way, you can see spectacular volcanic islands, pure lakes, dense forests and leisurely seagulls, each of which is the ultimate display of natural beauty. Especially in summer, the sea of ​​flowers in Hokkaido complements the blue sky, while in winter it is a fairyland covered in silver, which makes people linger.

Boarding Points and Main Stops: As the tourist center of Otaru, Chuo Bridge is the departure and arrival point for cruise ships, making it easy for visitors to take a cruise. From the pier operated by the Toyako Steamship Company, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake. Cruises departing from Utoro Port allow you to enjoy the pristine nature of the Shiretoko Peninsula.

Boat ride time:Depending on the route, the Otaru cruise usually takes from 20 to 90 minutes, and the one-way trip of the Toyako Steamship's Nakajima sightseeing cruise takes about 25 minutes. The Shiretoko Peninsula cruise departing from Utoro Port offers a sailing time of about 60 minutes.

Here, Explore the natural wonders of Hokkaido and experience a one-of-a-kind marine adventure.

Trip Moments Sightseeing Boats in Hokkaido

Sightseeing Boats in Hokkaido Trip Moments
Hokkaido 3D2N - Lavender, Lavender, and Flower
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Hokkaido 3D2N - Lavender, Lavender, and Flower

Looking for a perfect summer escape in Japan, where you can beat the heat and take endless photos in gorgeous lavender fields? Welcome to Hokkaido! ❤️ We traveled from Tokyo, taking shinkansen (thanks to our JR Pass) from Tokyo Station to Hakodate, and then onward to Sapporo. If you're short on time, you might want to consider flying directly into Chitose Airport. The moment we arrived in Hokkaido, we felt an immediate sense of comfort. In the summer, Sapporo's temperature was a pleasant 22-23°C, making it the perfect retreat from the heat. 🗓️Itinerary Scheduling Since we only had a few days in Hokkaido, here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Travel to Sapporo via train. Relax and explore the city at a leisurely pace. Day 2: Spend the day in Furano, where the endless lavender fields will leave you in awe. Visit the famous Furano Lavender Field and the vibrant Shikisai no Oka, known for its beautiful flower gardens. You’ll want your camera ready for this one! Day 3: Start the day with a visit to the Asahi Beer Museum and then indulge your sweet tooth at Shiroi Koibito Park. Afterward, take a trip to the charming coastal town of Otaru before heading back to Tokyo. #japantrip
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Hokkaido travel itinerary and tips
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Hokkaido travel itinerary and tips

#100WaysOfTravel Day 1: Arrive Sapporo. Take the local subway to Miyanosawa station and walk around 7 minutes to Shiroi Koibito Park. Stay in Sapporo for 1 night. Day 2: Take the Furano Lavender Express train to Furano (only operate in summer). Take the Norokko-go train (also only in summer) to Lavender Farm station. Walk to Farm Tomita. Visit the surrounding farms and attractions around Furano area. Stay in Asahikawa. Day 3: Take bus to Asahiyama zoo. Take train back to Sapporo in the evening. Day 4: Take bus to Jozankei onsen area and explore. Or take train/bus to Lake Toya (day trip/stay 1 night) Day 5: Last minute shopping around Sapporo [Must-Visit Attractions] 1. Shiroi Koibito Park (Sapporo) - Chocolate Factory theme park by Ishiya. Lots of photo-taking spots and exclusive merchandise for purchase 2. Farm Tomita (Nakafurano) - flower field (big lavender 🪻fields). Lots of lavender products for sale 3. Lake Toya - beautiful lake with daily fireworks from May to October. [Must-Try Food] 1. Soup Curry Garaku - soup curry 🍛 2. Ramen 3. Hokkaido Crab and seafood [Accommodation ] Recommended Area for Accommodation There are lots of hotels 🏨 near Sapporo station. Another area to consider is near Odori Park. [Photo Spots] All 3 attractions mentioned above are great photo spots 😊 [Tips] - Do your research before travel 🧳. Sapporo is well-connected by public transport but outside of Sapporo, some parts of Hokkaido are not easily accessed by public transport. Check the timing of the bus/train and follow. #hokkaido
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17 Options for Traveling Abroad During Spring Festival

17 Options for Traveling Abroad During Spring Festival

Not sure where to go abroad during Spring Festival or winter vacation? We stayed up late to organize 6 themes and 17 routes, so there's bound to be one for you. (❗❗🐴 Save this for later) [One] Hokkaido: The Romance of Snow • Features: Spectacular snow scenery, romantic hot springs, special food, and the Sapporo Snow Festival. • Climate: Average temperature is about -8°C. • Best time: December to February. • 💰About 15,000 [Two] Aurora Tour: Chasing the Mysterious Light • Iceland: Moon-like terrain, Nordic tour. • Climate: Average temperature is -10 to 0°C. • Best time: October to March. • 💰35,000-40,000 • Murmansk, Russia: Aurora over the Arctic Ocean. • Climate: Average temperature is about -10°C. • Best time: November to February. • 💰About 10,000 • Yellowknife, Canada: High aurora viewing rate. • Climate: Average temperature is about -35°C. • Best time: November to April. • 💰25,000 [Three] Island Vacation: Sun and Sand • Nha Trang: Cost-effective, suitable for family vacations. •💰5,000 • Semporna: Diving paradise, suitable for couples. •💰10,000-15,000 • Maldives: One island, one hotel, stunning scenery. •💰10,000-100,000 (depending on your budget) [Four] Southern Hemisphere Summer: Off-Season Travel • Australia: Sunshine and beaches on the Gold Coast. •💰20,000-30,000 • New Zealand: Pure scenery and outdoor sports. •💰25,000-30,000 • South Africa: The Big Five on the savannah, penguins and seals. •💰15,000-25,000 • Egypt: Mysterious world of the pharaohs, diving in the Red Sea. •💰10,000 [Five] Central and Eastern Europe: Explore Non-Traditional Europe • Serbia/Bosnia and Herzegovina/Montenegro: Visa-free, rich in culture and history. •💰15,000 • Austria/Czech Republic/Hungary: Rich in history and culture, artistic atmosphere. •💰10,000-15,000 [Six] Traditional In-Depth Tours of Europe and America: A Blend of Classic and Modern • United States: One of the most influential countries in the world. •💰28,000-50,000 • Italy-Sicily: From the snow of the Dolomites to the sunshine of Sicily. •💰25,000 • Spain-Portugal: Winter in Europe, warm and humid. •💰17,000 We hope this guide will help you plan an unforgettable winter trip. Each destination has its own unique charm, whether you're looking for snow, auroras, or sun and sand, there's a place that will touch your heart.
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Don't miss out! Book your Hokkaido icebreaker cruise now!

Don't miss out! Book your Hokkaido icebreaker cruise now!

❤Recommended reasons: 🔹An icebreaker cruise is a must-do experience in Hokkaido in winter! 🔹Head to the end of the world and sail on the frozen Sea of Okhotsk. Feel the thrill of breaking through the ice and see the icebreaker drill through the ice floes with a spiral drill. Experience the power of the icebreaker and enjoy the magnificent ice floe scenery in this isolated world of ice and snow. 🕙Opening hours: There are two places in Hokkaido where you can experience an icebreaker cruise: Monbetsu and Abashiri. Reservations are now open, so make sure to do your research early! 🔹【Abashiri Icebreaker】Runs daily from January 20 to March 31 (1/20–1/31) 9:00/11:00/13:00/15:00 (2/1–3/14) 9:30/11:00/12:30/14:00/15:30 (3/15–3/31) 9:30/11:30/13:30 🔹【Monbetsu Icebreaker】2025 winter icebreaker cruise reservations are now open - from 14:00 on October 11 Garinkoll will operate from January 25 to March 9, 2025 (except Wednesdays). Garincolll will operate daily from January 17 to March 31, 2025.
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Hokkaido 5 days 4 nights guide|The snow in Sapporo and Otaru is too beautiful

Hokkaido 5 days 4 nights guide|The snow in Sapporo and Otaru is too beautiful

Hokkaido's romance still intoxicates people I left 4 days for Hokkaido Wandering in Sapporo and Otaru The itinerary is not tiring, but the beautiful scenery is all in sight Snow mountains, night scenes, coastlines, canals About Sapporo Sapporo is the administrative, transportation, and economic center of Hokkaido. The airport, subway, tram, shopping mall, and neighborhood are all available. Generally, people come from all over the place to It takes about 45 minutes from the airport to the city center by subway (5.60 yuan) Sapporo attractions White Lover Park The theme park for making white lovers is not big, there will be robot performances on the wall at a fixed point, and the white ice cream is a must-eat! The price inside is a little bit cheaper than outside. Tanuki Koji Shopping Street Hokkaido's oldest arcade shopping street, with chain restaurants and snack foods, as well as clothing department stores, you can also buy a lot of souvenir fridge magnets, etc. About Otaru The main filming location of the movie 'Love Letter' There is a beautiful snow scene along the coastal railway-Chaoli Station A day trip is actually enough to check in the main attractions You must go to Tengu Mountain! Otaru one-day tour guide: Buy JR (train) directly from Sapporo Station to Otaru, there are many shifts, and the whole journey is less than 1 hour, and you can also swipe the traffic card. Route: 1. Morning: Take the JR from Sapporo Station-Chaoli Station (see the sea + take pictures) 2. Noon: Get off at Otaru-Walk to Otaru Canal (Music Box Museum/Glass Pavilion/Matcha Ice Cream/Seafood Covered Rice, there are many desserts and food on this road) 3. Afternoon: Otaru Station——Bus to Tengu Mountain——Take pictures on the mountain——Coffee at the observatory 4. Evening: Take night view photos at the observatory (you must wait for the night view before going down the mountain, the night view here is worth tens of millions, although it is very cold, but it is super worth) Some people live in Otaru, we directly take the JR back to Sapporo city, and then go to eat a bowl of hot soup curry The relationship and distance between Sapporo and Otaru are a bit similar to Hangzhou and Shaoxing, very close and convenient. The attractions are also concentrated, and a day trip is just right. Sapporo is more lively and convenient, and Otaru has fewer people and more flavor
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Amazing Japan
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Amazing Japan

first time I visit northern Japan “ Hokkaido “ it is beyond amazing place i recommend to rent a car go for around HOKKAIDO #hokaido #japan
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Hokkaido | A winter ski/hot spring invitation

Hokkaido | A winter ski/hot spring invitation

Winter, December to February, is the best season for skiing and hot springs♨ in Hokkaido. Landing in Sapporo from 🛬New Chitose Airport, you are invited to a Hokkaido rendezvous. 🗓Recommended itinerary: First route: Skiing⛷ route, centered around Sapporo, soaking in the resort and ski slopes. Sapporo Teine Ski Resort, the closest to Sapporo. Niseko Higashiyama Ski Resort, with excellent snow quality and slopes. Hoshino Resorts TOMAMU Ski Resort has quality powder snow, and the resort itself is also worth exploring, of course, the price is also beautiful. Second route: Hot springs♨ route, Sapporo-Otaru-Noboribetsu. Entering Noboribetsu Hell Valley, you can smell and see the natural sulfur hot springs. Different from domestic ones, the hot springs here are separated by gender, and bathing is done naked. Third route: Snow viewing❄ route, Sapporo-Furano-Biei-Asahikawa. In winter, the trees in Biei sing a lonely song, while the penguins🐧 in Asahikawa perform a joyful symphony. ✈️How to buy discount tickets: Domestic flights can take off or transfer from Shandong. Shandong Airlines to Japan is considered a budget airline, and sometimes round-trip tickets are less than a thousand. 🏨How to choose accommodation: For skiing⛷, stay directly at the ski resort, and you can stock up in advance during major OTA promotions, especially at Hoshino Resorts TOMAMU Ski Resort. For hot springs♨, Otaru can be a day trip, and Noboribetsu is recommended for Dai-ichi Takimotokan, a more established hot spring hotel, with tatami rooms, including dinner buffet, room service, and hot springs.
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The Beautiful Ski Resort: Mount Yotei and Niseko.
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The Beautiful Ski Resort: Mount Yotei and Niseko.

This time, I spontaneously decided to go skiing in Hokkaido 🤣 I almost didn't do any research and chose the ski resort just by looking at the scenery. Although the expenses in Niseko are relatively high, I think it's totally worth it to ski with a view of Mount Yotei. Some people mentioned that the slopes here might not be very beginner-friendly, but I felt it was fine. I had a great time learning to snowboard for the first time. If you plan to come here for skiing, I highly recommend staying nearby or in Otaru. Otherwise, it's really far to come from Sapporo 🤣
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Solo in Hokkaido, Japan
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Solo in Hokkaido, Japan

Location - Situated at the northernmost of Japan which is the second largest island of the country. Attractions - Visited Sapporo(the largest city in Hokkaido) and Matsumae. Everyone is so friendly and comfortable most probably due to their culture and respect mannerism. Food - Definitely go for the fresh seafood such as the uni(sea urchin) of Rishiri and Rebun. Try on the donburi(rice bowl) with fresh uni, ika(squid) and ikura(salmon roe) on top of it for breakfast, gonna love them😄. Not forgetting, Sapporo Ramen is a must to have while in Hokkaido😊. #solotravel #travelwithgeo #travelphotography #travelinspiration #japantravel #hokkaidotravel
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Hokkaido, Japan

Hokkaido, Japan

Hokkaido, Japan's largest island, is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes and rich culinary delights. I had the privilege of visiting this enchanting land last autumn, and here is my travel experience. First, the natural scenery of Hokkaido is breathtaking. I visited Asahiyama Zoo, where I saw polar bears, penguins, and arctic foxes living freely on the vast snowy plains. In Hokkaido, hot springs are a major highlight. I went to the Toyako Onsen in the Noboribetsu area and enjoyed a day of relaxation and soaking in the hot springs. Watching the steam rise from the hot springs by the lake, with endless mountains in the distance, I felt the tranquility and mystery of nature. Hokkaido is also a food paradise. I tried the local fresh seafood, especially live sea urchins and fresh scallops, which were simply unforgettable. Additionally, Hokkaido's dairy products are exceptional. I tasted locally made ice cream and cheese, which had a rich and delightful flavor.😍😍
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#satisfied #memorable # excellent
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#satisfied #memorable # excellent

We got #peach airline and it was very nice and satisfied. We stayed #mercure hotel for two days and it was great and comfortable. We loved that three days we stayed in Hokkaido. Our #familytrip planed as my husband‘s birthday celebration and we could have more fun altogether. My two kids also enjoyed very much. Our destinations were #sapporo #furano #otaru. My favorite was #otaru. I wanna go there again with my family.
Rushelly
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