AboutHOKKAIDO
Hokkaido has magnificent natural sceneries located at the northernmost tip of Japan and surrounded by seas. It is home to the Shiretoko World Natural Heritage Site, lush mountains, and Japan's most extensive marshland. Many flights from major cities across Japan fly to Hokkaido, with well-connected regional air routes. International flights fly to New Chitose Airport, Hokkaido's leading gateway to the skies, as well as to Asahikawa Airport and Hakodate Airport.
Recommended Sights and Activities
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Spectacular scenery of Hokkaido’s nature
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Visit during your favorite season! The seasonal art created by the natural surroundings of Hokkaido
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More than just skiing! Winter activities to enjoy in Hokkaido
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Experience Hokkaido during the green season with these activities!
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Hokkaido: Hot Springs Paradise! The World's Top 5 Hot Springs
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Factory tours to learn more about your favorite drinks! A tipsy trip in Hokkaido
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Fabulous Must-Try Soft Serve in Hokkaido’s Dairy Wonderland
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Experience the Culture of the Indigenous Ainu People!
Recommended Itineraries
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NatureA vacation in Dohoku, amidst an abundant natural landscape and National Heritage Sites of Shiretoko and Kushiro-Shitsugen National Park
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AdventureA 5-day trip trekking and venturing out in the remote islands of the northernmost area of Japan
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Culture & HeritageCelebrate the registration of this World Heritage Site! A 4-day trip to Jomon prehistoric sites and the National Ainu Museum that will indulge your intellectual curiosity
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Hot Springs & Well-beingExperience Ainu culture at Lake Akan and visit some of the most famous hot springs of eastern Hokkaido
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GastronomyFrom New Chitose to Tokachi. 3 days of enjoying magnificent views and sweets from Hokkaido
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CitySapporo & Otaru: Winter Classic Model Course, 3-Nights, 4-Day Entry and departure from New Chitose Airport
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GATE TO HOKKAIDO is full of helpful information for your Hokkaido trip, supporting you even from the planning stage.
Create your own Hokkaido trip tailored specifically to you! We hope you will use this sightseeing information website as your companion for your Hokkaido trip!
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What is GATE TO HOKKAIDO?
GATE TO HOKKAIDO is a travel and tourism information website dedicated to Hokkaido, operated by Hokkaido Airports Co., Ltd. We post tons of useful information to help you on your Hokkaido trip, covering topics such as Traveling to Hokkaido (from inside and outside Japan), Temperatures and What to Wear, and Traveling Within Hokkaido, as well as an overview about Hokkaido, itineraries, nature, gourmet food, lodging, campaigns, and more! Our website also has a feature for creating your own unique travel plan by simply selecting your desired locations from over 1,000 tourist hotspots. With seven airports as bases in Hokkaido, we are ready to assist you in your trip.
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"Route Search " and "Plan Your Trip "
GATE TO HOKKAIDO has a concierge function to support travelers in Hokkaido. With the "Route Search" function, you can find the best means of transportation and the approximate travel time by entering your starting point and destination. You can also use the "Plan Your Trip" feature to easily create a personalized travel plan by simply selecting your travel period/season, means of transportation, interests, and departure/arrival airports.
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Itinerary
Browse through 1,000+ sightseeing spots and events. You'll definitely find a spot or activity that suits you! You can also save them to your "Favorites" and use them for the "Route Search" and "Plan Your Trip" functions. We also feature various itineraries according to your travel period, season, interests, and departure/arrival airports in Hokkaido, as well as a wide range of routes. We hope you will find them useful in planning your trip.
