Travel to Hokkaido in October | Temperature, clothing, and prices? A comprehensive guide to recommended activities
October, Hokkaido Autumn is getting deeper, and here and there in Hokkaido News from the first snow You will also hear this song. Hokkaido in October Why not try it for yourself?
This article is full of information that will interest you, such as "What will the weather be like in Hokkaido in October?" and "What should I wear when traveling to Hokkaido in the fall?"
October in Hokkaido
Must-try outdoor activities
Or, an experience that will make you feel more autumn,
Activity reservation ranking
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table of contents
- 1 Reasons why a trip to Hokkaido in October is recommended
- 2 Recommended area for traveling to Hokkaido in October
- 3 Hokkaido temperature comparison in October
- 4 October Hokkaido clothing and coordination plans
- 5 Hokkaido recommended activities / leisure / experiences / play in October
- 6 Popular activity ranking that you can experience in Hokkaido in October
- 7 Editorial department recommended feature article
Reasons why a trip to Hokkaido in October is recommended
The temperature drops and winter approaches
Hokkaido in October
Is much darker in autumn than in Honshu.
Since Hokkaido is large, there are regional differences, but in Hokkaido
First snow news
The chimes usually start to be heard in late October. In Hokkaido, the temperature drops as October approaches, and it starts to feel cold.
Heating appliances such as stoves and heaters
However, this is the month when operations will gradually begin.
Although it is autumn, it also shows the state of winter Hokkaido in October You will need to be a little careful about the temperature and what to wear, but enjoy the quiet change of seasons while sightseeing.
You will ride a futuristic vehicle called a "Segway" and explore the magnificent nature of Onuma with a nature guide. First, you will learn the basic operation of the Segway in a one-hour riding lesson, and then you will depart on the tour with a nature guide who is well acquainted with the joys of the field! There are mountains, valleys, grasslands... a fascinating trail with a lot of variety. You can also see animals such as red foxes.
Explore the colorful flower fields and other sights of Hokkaido!
the season progresses quickly
Hokkaido in October
is truly "colorful"!
The tops of distant mountains get white snow, while the maple and ginkgo trees
Colored in red and yellow
increase.
Hokkaido Famous as a tourist spot in Furano, Northern Hokkaido The flower garden of "Farm Tomita" in time of last look Although the cherry blossom season is approaching, you can still enjoy purple salvia, bright red celosia, and round yellow marigolds until early October.
again, Doo / Sapporo At the Takino Suzuran Hillside National Government Park, you can enjoy dahlias, kochia, and more.
If you want to take photogenic photos
Biei, Northern Hokkaido
We also recommend "Zerubu Hill / Atomu no Oka" and "Shikisai no Oka".
Hokkaido
It seems that the undulating ground and the lone tree on the hill are just like
Scenery like a postcard
Is spreading.
[Hokkaido, Furano, Biei] When in Hokkaido, Furano and Biei are the best! Day trip taxi plan
I definitely want to visit Furano and Biei♪ Seasonal flowers, the hills of Biei, and the Blue Pond. A greedy course that visits the must-see spots of Furano and Biei! ★If either the departure or arrival is in Sapporo, we can also pick you up and drop you off outside of Sapporo depending on the situation! ★Schedule 8:30 Departure from Sapporo city We will pick you up at your desired location. ↓・Farm Tomita *Lavender
Asahikawa sightseeing free plan / 10 hours (departing and arriving in Sapporo) where you can freely set your time schedule. You can make your own sightseeing plan, or local staff will make a recommended plan based on your consultation and wishes. Vehicle type Number of people (maximum) Crown 4 people Alphard 5 people Hiace 8 people *Number of people and luggage may vary
Is October a good month for travel?
The September holidays, also known as Silver Week, are over.
Hokkaido in October
As ski resorts begin to open in late November, Hokkaido's high-quality ski resorts will be available.
Powder snow
Many skiers and snowboarders from both Japan and overseas visit the area in search of the best ski resorts.
The valley is said to be less crowded in October, and Hokkaido's so-called
"Off-season" or "hidden gem month"
It is also said that...
In October, airfares and hotel prices are a little cheaper.
Great value for your trip to Hokkaido
You can enjoy it at.
Also, if it is October before the start of full-scale winter,
Less affected by traffic obstacles due to heavy snow and cold waves
This means you can create a slightly ambitious sightseeing plan that involves a lot of travel!
Recommended area for traveling to Hokkaido in October
Eastern Hokkaido area
Hokkaido
In the easternmost part of
Cape Nosappu
And wild animals breathe
Kushiro Shitsugen
, Highly transparent and registered as a monitoring point for various international organizations
Lake Mashu
such as,
many tourist attractions
blessed with "
Eastern Hokkaido area
".
Famous for the ruins of a prison
Abashiri
, World Natural Heritage
Shiretoko
or
Obihiro and Tokachi
, Rich in seafood
Nemuro / Kushiro
Well as,
Eastern Hokkaido area
are divided into
Among them, the most recommended are:
Obihiro/Tokachi area
.
A famous sweets shop that is also famous as a souvenir from Hokkaido
Rokkatei
In fact, the main store is in Obihiro.
Rare sweets that can only be eaten here
There is also a shop called "
Rokka Forest
", And it will delight your eyes as well as your tongue.
Reasons for recommending Eastern Hokkaido in October
Eastern Hokkaido area in October It is said that autumn advances earlier in this area than in other parts of Hokkaido due to the influence of the cold Oyashio Current (Kuril Current). Autumn in Hokkaido This is the perfect season to experience the culture of Japan more deeply.
Also popular as a drive course National highway No. 334 (Shiretoko crossing road) Because of the cold and the amount of snow, Closed after November every year It is a view spot on the national highway. Shiretoko Pass " View from Rausu (only Rausu) or Kunashiri Island The magnificent view of I want to see it before it closes is.
Ikeda Town in eastern Hokkaido, known as the town of wine, will be holding a Wine Festival in October! This is an event where you can enjoy gourmet food such as Tokachi wine, grape juice, and food trucks. Advance tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to check early!
Hokkaido recommended activities / leisure / experiences / play in October
Please check the event status carefully. , please make a reservation.
Guided tour
Autumn Hokkaido
To know more about the charm of
Guided tour
How about participating in "?"
In Hokkaido, you can experience a wide variety of guided tours, from guided tours that go through nature to tours that walk around the city and learn about history.
You can listen to Hokkaido commentary unique to the guide, and learn about secret sights and hidden spots. Information that cannot be known without participating in the tour May be available!
Everything you need is available for free rental, so you can come empty-handed! This is a spontaneous canoe tour. Lake Poroto is a place where people have lived in harmony with nature since ancient times. Although it is a small lake with a circumference of only about 4 kilometers, it is a very rich lake packed with waterside nature such as forests, marshes, sandy areas, swamps, and rivers. We will introduce the nature, culture, and history of Lake Poroto.
[Hokkaido, Otaru] Blue Cave | Famous Captain's Adventure Let's Go Cruise!
- 4.8
- (162 reviews and experiences)
This tour will take you to the Blue Cave while listening to stories about Otaru's little-known nature, history, and culture! You will be guided to the Blue Cave while remaining on board the boat. Because it is an all-weather boat (with a cabin), you won't be splashed by the waves! You can enjoy a comfortable cruise even on rainy days! The boat also has an open deck space where you can feel the sea breeze.
[Hokkaido, Otaru] The original! Otaru Blue Hidden Land Cruise
- 4.8
- (63 reviews and experiences)
The original! Otaru Blue Hidden Land Cruise by Tsusen Co., Ltd. Departing from the Otaru Canal, a fun guided 70-minute cruise through the Otaru Canal and Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park will fly by, stopping the boat at various points along the way. The exhilarating open boat makes for great photo opportunities! The seagull feeding experience is also popular. All seats feature individual captain seats with 360° window rotation for excellent visibility and comfort! *2025/7/
- 4.9
- (54 reviews and experiences)
"Extraordinary Experience Activity" held at Lake Shikotsu in Chitose / SUP experience tour of approximately 2 hours. A luxurious SUP experience tour at Lake Shikotsu, which has the best water quality in Japan for 11 consecutive years. The high quality of the water and beautiful scenery will enrich your soul and create wonderful memories with friends and precious family. You will also see Japan's oldest "mountain line railway bridge"! The guide will take photos and provide them to you as an album.
Sky sports (empty activity)
Autumn leaves are in full bloom in Hokkaido in October! "I usually look up at the autumn leaves from below. Sky sports (empty activity) Would you like to look down through?
Sky sports experience is a regular in the top ranking in outdoor activities in Hokkaido.
There are various types of sky sports.
Paraglider
(Tandem Flight) is perfect for active couples and girls' travel groups.
hot air balloon
Mooring flights
Popular with families with small children
there is.
The tandem sightseeing flights offered by Paragliding Tokachi are based in Tokachi, facing the North Pacific Ocean. The most thrilling experience possible with a tandem flight. The overwhelming sense of scale that can only be felt in Tokachi. The confidence that can only be felt with Paragliding Tokachi. With 27 years of experience as an outdoor guide, we have been able to provide the most thrilling experience with "Paragliding Tandem."
[Hokkaido / Niseko] Hot air balloon mooring experience (held twice a day ★)
- 4.4
- (31 reviews and experiences)
Hokkaido – Activities in Niseko. Hot air balloons are held twice a day in the early morning and evening. It will be held in the place where the hot air balloon mooring experience has the highest rate in Hokkaido. The Niseko Balloon, where you can experience the great outdoors, rises to about 30m above the ground, and a panoramic view of the Niseko mountain range area overlooking from there.
[Hokkaido/ Furano] Hot air balloon mooring flight (morning flight/evening flight)
- 3.9
- (15 reviews and experiences)
A powerful gooing burner sound resounded in the quiet earth, and the next moment, I thought that I had left the earth, and suddenly I was 30m above the ground. You can see the majestic Tokachi mountain range beyond the rural scenery of Furano. The balloon is fixed with 4 ropes, so even those who are not good at high places are safe.
- 4.4
- (12 reviews and experiences)
This tethered flight rises to about 30m, so anyone can easily experience it! On a clear day, a huge panorama spreads out below you, including the Tokachi Plain, the Daisetsu Mountain Range, and the Hidaka Mountain Range. In the season of fresh greenery, you can see patchwork patterns of the fields! This is a special experience that can only be experienced in the early mornings when the wind is relatively stable. Held every morning from April to September!
Bird watching
In Hokkaido, where nature is abundant,
Bird watching
Why not give it a try?
Bird watching, which allows you to get up close to rare wild animals, has become increasingly popular in recent years. It is enjoyed by people of all ages and genders, and does not require any special skills or experience.
Three generations of parents and children participated
Many people are seen doing this.
This is an activity that can be enjoyed throughout the year, but is especially recommended around October when migratory birds arrive. Another great point is that in autumn, the leaves on the trees thin out, making it easier to spot the birds that live in the forest!