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10 Beautiful Places to Visit in Hokkaido, Japan

Whether you are a seasoned traveler or just a wanderer, Hokkaido fits your bill perfectly, as it encompasses umpteen diverse destinations.
Rasshmie Salunkhay
Hokkaido occupies 22% of the country’s land and engulfs Japan’s northernmost prefecture. Be it the magnificent snow festivals, national parks, beautiful lakes, or activities like skiing, Hokkaido can quench the thirst of every traveler in its own enticing way.

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Shiretoko National Park
UNESCO World Heritage Site, Shiretoko National Park, offers pristine biodiversity. Explore its vistas by walking, ferry, or hiking.

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Blue Pond in Biei
Biei's Blue Pond amazes year-round with colors from turquoise to cobalt blue, framed by stunning trees.

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Noboribetsu
Visit Jigokudani's hot springs at Hell Valley, Noboribetsu Onsen. See stone demons, Primeval Forest, and Shiho Peak views.

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Sapporo
Explore a city with attractions, museums, and delicious Ramen. Don't miss the Snow Festival!

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Otaru
Visit Otaru's canal and herring mansions. Explore the Music Box Museum, sake breweries, and glassworks!

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Hakodate
Hakodate boasts Japan's finest night view and breathtaking daytime panoramas from Mount Hakodate.

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Furano
Furano's colorful nature includes famous lavender fields in summer and skiing at Furano Ski Resort in winter.

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Abashiri
Experience Abashiri's drifting ice from Siberia in the Sea of Okhotsk. Take an ice cruise for a closer look.

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Shizunai
Shizunai's Nijukken Road boasts Japan's longest cherry tree row. Don't miss the cherry blossom tunnel in spring!

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Asahikawa
Asahikawa, Hokkaido's second largest city, is famous for its zoo and tasty Asahikawa Ramen.