Setsubun No Hi (節分の日) is a traditional event making to the day before the spring season commences, according to the Japanese lunar calendar. If you visit Japan on the 2, 3, or 4th of February, you will see people throwing beans at the Japan demons. People have to throw roast soybean and candy while chanting …
This is an unlimited guide on how to eat ramen like a pro in Hokkaido. I have written this article information from my Japanese family, friends, and my experience. The article teaches you to place an order with Japanese staff or a Japanese ramen ticket vending machine. Do you like Japanese-style ramen? People never miss …
Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse, famous large shopping area located in Hakodate port. An excellent, beautiful place next to the sea to browse and stroll around. Several souvenir shops and restaurants await tourists and locals alike for their shopping and dining experiences. There’s some squid fishing boat berth at the Bay. Easily accessible from public transportation.
Snow season is great timing to enjoy the snow wonderland with an awesome adventure-snow rafting. Normally the snow season begins from Mid-December to Mid-March. Depending on snow conditions every year the timing can be changed. Just contact to make sure the snow condition is at the place you want to go.
In Hokkaido, what to wear in winter literally asks what to wear in the snow. In other words, winter often means snow. If you’re from a warming place without a snow season, you may worry about what clothes to pack for your family trip to Hokkaido. Below are some useful tips to help you pack …
Ice fishing is a great choice for anglers and children getting into the line and reel. It also happens to be one of the most addictive ways to catch fish. For locals, ice fishing is a traditional activity to enjoy the snow season alone, or with family. The best months for ice fishing are January …
Do you ever see monkeys take baths? During winter in Hokkaido, the snow monkeys (Japanese macaques, nihonzaru) soak in the onsen(hot spring) as the same as humans peacefully. The adorable looks will melt your heart. If you haven’t seen it yet, why don’t you have a look when you visit Hokkaido?
The 3rd of March is Hinamatsuri in Japan. It’s also called Japan’s Doll Festival or Japan’s Girl Festival. If you visit Japan at the end of February or early March, you can see some shops selling Japanese traditional doll sets called Hina Ningyou. Japan’s Doll festival was traditionally known as the Peach Festival, it’s consistent …
You may have no idea what winter boots to wear to visit Hokkaido in the snow season if you have never been in snow weather. This guide shares how to choose and the best winter boots for men, women, and kids to travel in the Hokkaido snow season.
The weather is on and off in spring, March, April, and May in Hokkaido. You don’t know what to wear if you don’t see the spring weather in Hokkaido. March often snows, April in Hokkaido sometimes still snows in some places, and snow already melts in May. Instead of summer clothes, you should pack some …
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