Hokkaido, the northernmost region in Japan, is expecting to have an influx of tourists during the winter season due to its powdery snow and winter festivals. One of the anticipating annual events to happen this December is the opening of the Ice Village, which is located inside the Hoshino Resorts Tomamu in central Hokkaido. Various…
Hakodate (函館), one of the largest cities in Hokkaido (北海道), also has its own attractions during the winter season that both locals and tourists look forward to every year. Aside from the breathtaking landscape, historical buildings, and delicious food, Hakodate also offers winter activities that are truly enjoyable and worth the time to visit. Check…
It`s almost winter here, in Japan and it already smells like holiday, snow, stale air, oranges and cinnamon. The temperature keeps decreasing as days go by and we feel the need to make ourselves fuzzy and warm, rolling up in the soft shaggy blanket with our fluffy socks on while having a sip of hot…
If you head to the northern area of Japan, you will find that “Hakodate” is one of the main cities in Hokkaido. It is also considered one of the first harbor cities in the country that opened its doors to international trade. No wonder you can find many ships in the area. Some of these…
Tokyo (東京) is unarguably the most popular destination in Japan and for the first timers, a visit to this modern capital is a must. Some might say that they never run out of things to do in Tokyo. But for others who have already been to this well-loved city and have already seen enough, then…
Convenience stores, locally called “Konbini” (コンビニ), are one of the favourite aspects of people living and staying in Japan. They are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They sell everything you need from food and drink to makeup, household supplies, alcohol, cigarettes, and handy items such as umbrellas. On top of that,…
Karaoke directly translated means ’empty orchestra’. It is one of the favorite pastimes of the people in the land of the rising sun. Karaoke Boxes (private rooms which you can rent) and Karaoke bars can be found all over Japan, often as part of an evening of drinking with friends. It can be enjoyed at…
Obihiro City is located in the south center of Hokkaido, Japan. Since the city has an easy access to fresh agricultural products, there are a lot of popular must-try foods in the area, including sweets and desserts. In this article are 10 famous shops where you can buy delicious sweets in Obihiro. Check them out!…
Furano is a town in Central Hokkaido, famous for its lavender fields and sweet melon in the summer. However, Furano also boasts of its powdery snow during the winter and quite a number of ski resorts are present in the area. It’s actually great to visit Furano during the winter season because it is less…
Sapporo, the key city of northern Japan, is famous for its Snow Festival, nearby ski resorts, and delicious cuisine. But Sapporo is much more than that. It boasts much cooler and shorter summer months and beautiful autumn and spring scenery. It is also a very walkable city as the nearby districts and famous parks are…
