Places to go Obihiro, Tokachi, Sahoro (Obihiro Airport)

As you descend at Obihiro Airport, you'll see countless crop fields outside your window. Indeed, the Tokachi area, where Obihiro is located, is one of Hokkaido's foremost agricultural regions, believed to have a 1,200% self-sufficiency rate. It is also where Rokkatei and Ryugetsu, two nationally known sweets purveyors, are headquartered. The area is also seeing more and more bakeries devoted to local wheat on the increase. The pork bowls are such a local specialty that there are over ten shops dedicated to them. Each shop offers a different style of sauce and preparation, with each fostering a loyal fanbase. Winter is noted for many sunny days, so much so that people talk about a "Tokachi sunny day," with a pleasant contrast of bright blue skies and white snow. Tokachi Sahoro Resort offers skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports activities. When the temperature dips, head for the hot springs. The Tokachi area has many moor hot springs, considered rare even worldwide, and most of the public baths in Obihiro feature these waters! This is an excellent opportunity to experience the rare quality of these humic waters.