Top 50 Best Things to Do in Hokkaido
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Top 50 Best Things to Do in Hokkaido

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  • Shiroi Koibito Parktop_1
    󰺂7.6
    27.11
    Sapporo>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoShiroi Koibito Park Launches Winter "Snow Fantasy" | Nov 15, 2025-Mar 31, 2026
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Night tour of Shiroi koibito park
    󱓊Exclusive desserts & unique experience
    󱨠Saved by 3074 users󱨠570 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    The place is great experience. And the trip ticket is so cheaper and useful

  • Asahiyama Zootop_2
    󰺂7.0
    34.1
    Asahikawa68.4 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hokkaido
    Highlights:
    󱓊Seals swimming & double-decker
    󱓊Giant cylindrical tank | Spotted seals
    󱨠Saved by 955 users󱨠325 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    uztzuzuztzuz

    Asahiyama Zoo, located in Asahikawa City, Hokkaido, isn't very large, but it attracts visitors from all over the world. There's a polar bear show and a variety of other animals, including penguins, seals, and deer. Zoo commemorative coins are available for purchase at the entrance.

  • Noboribetsu Bear Parktop_3
    󰺂6.8
    102.28
    Noboribetsu>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoAinu Culture & Bear Park Marvels: Noboribetsu's Unique Experience
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hokkaido
    Highlights:
    󱨜Overlook Japan's clearest Lake Kutcharo
    󰀆Bear performances | Duck swimming races
    󱨠Saved by 535 users󱨠172 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Dmitrii ShiryaevDmitrii Shiryaev

    Прекрасное место, все очень мило, медведи ухоженные - одно удовольствие на них смотреть.

  • Jozankei Onsen
    4
    󰺂6.8
    Sapporo.Jozankei Onsen>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰋩Sodium chloride & various minerals
    󱨜130-year-old natural chloride hot spring
    󱨠Saved by 1568 users󱨠126 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    _TS***8_TS***8

    the onsen is beautiful and it is so enjoyable during the very cold frozen weather, you will like the spa experience and enjoy

  • Otaru Tenguyama
    5
    󰺂6.7
    68.88
    Otaru>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoStunning Views Awaits: Mt. Tengu Ropeway in Otaru, Hokkaido
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Night Attractions in Hokkaido
    Highlights:
    󱓊Hokkaido night view & "Love Letter"
    󱨜"Love Letter" movie snow scenes site
    󱨠Saved by 605 users󱨠118 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    pony_jiapony_jia

    🚌Following Otaru Station, there's a bus stop on the left. Buses go directly to Tenguyama, a 20-30 minute journey. The bus schedule is a bit long, but it's convenient ✌🏻. (The bus stop also runs to the Otaru Aquarium.) 🚡I bought round-trip tickets for the Tenguyama cable car in advance through a certain platform. It was a bit cheaper and came with a postcard and a coupon for a meal at the mountaintop restaurant, which was quite good. Upon reaching the cable car, you need to exchange your QR code for your ticket at the first-floor window, then go up to the second floor to use your ticket. On a pleasant day, the view is amazing, with a bird's-eye view of Otaru. You can even spot Otaru Station and our hotel [smiley face]. It's said that watching the sunrise from the mountain is a must-see. If you're interested, check it out if you can time it right. 😊 (Figure 4️⃣ Cable car schedule). 🐹There are chipmunks on the mountain. Remember to close the gates when entering and exiting to prevent them from escaping [awkward]. The little ones are very alert, so you need to approach them quietly and feed them. Their little teeth are very sharp [smiley face]. Touching the Tengu's nose 👃🏻 brings good luck. There should be a walking trail in the back of the mountain, so if you have time, you can walk it. The restaurant's curry rice is excellent, and the window seats are a great way to enjoy the view while dining. 😊 Visit date: Late September 2025

  • Sapporo TV Tower
    6
    󰺂6.6
    33.89
    Sapporo.odori park Surrounding>100 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Next to odori park with seasonal flowers
    The thrilling "tilted glass window"
    󱨠Saved by 1295 users󱨠412 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    uztzuzuztzuz

    Sapporo TV Tower 🗼. As one of Sapporo's most famous landmarks, it's a must-see for many tourists. The city's height is, in part, determined by the Sapporo TV Tower 🗼. Standing over 100 meters tall, the tower offers visitors the opportunity to take photos from the observation deck, though admission is required. Commemorative coins 🪙 are also available for purchase for 700 yen.

  • Otaru Aquarium
    7
    󰺂6.5
    61.37
    Otaru>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Family-friendly Attractions in Hokkaido
    Highlights:
    󱓊Annual special exhibitions held
    󰀆Touch octopus & watch walrus
    󱨠Saved by 303 users󱨠70% positive reviews
    4.7/5
    张derder不der张derder不der

    We went quite late, so it was hard to get a taxi. Maybe it was because we were traveling and getting married. Because we went quite late, we didn't see the penguins, but the other things were pretty good. It's worth a visit. I cried so much that I cried for two hours before I fell asleep.

  • Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley
    8
    󰺂6.5
    Noboribetsu>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoNoboribetsu Jigokudani in Hokkaido, Volcanic Wonders and the Source of Hot Springs | Dec 2025-Feb 2026
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Hokkaido
    Highlights:
    󱓊Boardwalk & overlook for sulfur springs
    󰋄Boiling magma | Sulfuric solutions
    󱨠Saved by 604 users󱨠197 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    uztzuzuztzuz

    Located in Noboribetsu, the beautiful and spectacular Noboribetsu Hell Valley is a scenic area. Formed by volcanoes, this valley is blessed with hot springs reaching temperatures of 80 degrees Celsius. The scent of sulfur can be smelled from time to time, and even the hot springs have a yellowish color. The magnificent Oyunuma Pond is truly breathtaking, making it a must-see. Noboribetsu Hell Valley truly lives up to its reputation!

  • Noboribetsuonsencho
    9
    󰺂6.5
    Noboribetsu>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoRomantic Winter Hot Springs in Noboribetsu | Sep 2025-Nov 2025
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊11 hot springs & snow
    󰋄Hell Valley & unique attractions
    󱨠Saved by 298 users󱨠26% positive reviews
    4.6/5
    _TI***j0_TI***j0

    the town is nice and of cos onsen is the most famous experience there , the snowy atmosphere is great for the onsen, good for going

  • Odori Park
    10
    󰺂6.4
    Sapporo.odori park Surrounding>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoSmile Rink Sapporo: Winter magic on ice | Feb 1, 2026-Feb 15, 2026
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Night Attractions in Hokkaido
    Highlights:
    󰀆Night street artists perform live
    Floral sculptures & fountains throughout
    󱨠Saved by 1526 users󱨠347 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    uztzuzuztzuz

    Odori Park, located near Sapporo Station in downtown Sapporo, isn't particularly large, resembling a typical garden or green space in Japan. However, the famous Sapporo TV Tower is right next to the park, attracting numerous tourists from all over the world. The area is packed with people eager to take photos.

What Best Things to Do are there in Hokkaido?
These are all Best Things to Do in Hokkaido:Shiroi Koibito Park, Asahiyama Zoo, Noboribetsu Bear Park, Jozankei Onsen, Otaru Tenguyama
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Hokkaido?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Hokkaido include:Shiroi Koibito Park:4.6, Asahiyama Zoo:4.7, Noboribetsu Bear Park:4.6, Jozankei Onsen:4.4, Otaru Tenguyama:4.6
At what locations in Hokkaido can Best Things to Do in Hokkaido be found?
The Best Things to Do in Hokkaido are mainly located in:Shiroi Koibito Park:Sapporo, Asahiyama Zoo:Asahikawa, Noboribetsu Bear Park:Noboribetsu, Jozankei Onsen:Sapporo, Otaru Tenguyama:Otaru
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