October trip to Hokkaido | What are the climate, clothes, and prices? Recommended activity thorough guide
October,
Hokkaido
Autumn is getting deeper, and here and there in Hokkaido
News from the first snow
Will also be asked.
When I see the changing seasons toward winter,
Extraordinary leisurely flow of time
You may feel.
This article contains Hokkaido in October In addition to the latest information on travel, there is a lot of information that everyone is interested in, such as "October Hokkaido, what are the trends in the weather?", "Autumn Hokkaido travel, what should I wear?"
In Hokkaido, activities that you should experience in October, and Hokkaido where you can spend autumn more artistically
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We will also tell you about the latest trends carefully selected by the Activity Japan editorial department.
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
1. The season for winter
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
is usually heard in late October. In Hokkaido, stoves, heaters, etc. are gradually installed in October.
heating switch
begins to enter.
Although it is autumn, it also shows the state of winter Hokkaido in October . You need to be a little more careful about what you wear, but please try to quietly feel the change of the seasons.
2. Hokkaido in October is "colorful"
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 is approaching, but even in October, you can appreciate purple salvia, bright cockscomb, and round yellow marigolds.
again, Doo / Sapporo At "Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park", white and pink cosmos, autumn-blooming crocuses and kochia entertain us.
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.
3. Will you save on travel expenses in October? !!
September's consecutive holidays, the so-called Silver Week, are over, Hokkaido in October The number of tourists will decrease, and it will be a time to calm down a bit. in terms of price A trip to Hokkaido is worth it It's the month to be!
Hokkaido in October
so-called "off season"
It is said that.
When ski resorts start opening in late November, Hokkaido's high-quality
Powder snow
Many skiers and snowboarders from Japan and abroad come to visit in search of this, but in October, before the winter season, the crowds are less.
Also, if it is October before the start of full-scale winter,
Less affected by traffic obstacles due to heavy snow and cold waves
Therefore, it is possible to make a slightly greedy sightseeing plan with a lot of movement!
A relaxing "autumn" while a little ahead of "winter"
Hokkaido in October
Why don't you feel it?
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
I would especially like to recommend
Obihiro / Tokachi
area.
The autumn leaves are in full bloom, and the beautiful and vivid autumn colors that decorate the cover of the guidebook welcome you. Agriculture and food theme park "
Tokachi Hills
After having an elegant breakfast at ", take a leisurely stroll around the gardens...
feel luxurious
It looks like you can spend your time in
Tokachi area Let's ride a horse on a wide plain Horse trekking or Paragliding experience (Tandem flight), etc. Extensive outdoor activities doing.
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!
In the immediate vicinity of the factory attached to the main store, the flowers drawn on the wrapping paper for sweets bloom.
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
is a sightseeing spot where you can feel the "Autumn of Hokkaido" more quickly than other areas of Hokkaido.
Hokkaido
On the Pacific side of the island, the cold current "Oyashio (Chishima Current)" is flowing.
Eastern Hokkaido area
is due to the influence of the Oyashio current,
Autumn is fast
It is said that.
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
Will be.
Rausudake and Kunashiri Island can also be seen from Shiretoko Pass, a scenic spot on the national highway at an altitude of about 740m. It's a superb view that you definitely want to see when you visit Hokkaido, but you won't be able to see it while the roads are closed!
In addition, in some activities for winter
Implementation period ends
To do.
Eastern Hokkaido area
In order to fully enjoy the charm of
Visited in October
Recommended!
Hokkaido temperature comparison in October
| area | Average temperature | Average maximum temperature | Average minimum temperature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sapporo (Hokkaido) | 12.1 ℃ | 16.4 ℃ | 8.0 ℃ |
| Hakodate (Donan) | 12.5 ℃ | 17.1 ℃ | 7.8 ℃ |
| Nemuro (Eastern Hokkaido) | 11.6 ℃ | 14.7 ℃ | 8.5 ℃ |
| Wakkanai (Northern Hokkaido) | 11.3 ℃ | 14.1 ℃ | 8.4 ℃ |
| Tokyo | 18.0 ℃ | 22.0 ℃ | 14.8 ℃ |
October Hokkaido clothing and coordination plans
Clothing points
Hokkaido in October
the temperature drops,
The temperature difference also becomes quite strong
tend to. Since it is not uncommon for the heating to operate,
Outerwear that firmly protects against the wind
It would be nice to have.
Especially on rainy days, the coldness and coldness increase at once! Scarves, gloves, foldable light down, etc.
cold weather items for winter
will work.
everyone is"
Yukimushi
do you know
Hokkaido
It is also counted as one of the "autumn traditions". It looks like snow or fluff and gives you a tasteful feeling, but it is also sticky and easily sticks to your outerwear.
In October
Hokkaido
For those who are planning a trip, as a measure against snow bugs
Jacket made of material with a smooth surface
It is recommended that you wear it.
What to bring (example)
Hokkaido recommended activities / leisure / experiences / play in October
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!
[Hokkaido, Otaru] The original! Otaru Blue Cave Cruise
- 4.8
- (52 reviews and experiences)
The originator! Otaru Blue Grotto Cruise by Tsusen Please leave the popular Otaru Blue Grotto to us! From Otaru Canal, a fun guide will guide you through the Otaru Canal-Otaru Coast Quasi-National Park-Blue Cave in a blink of an eye for 80 minutes with some boats stopped. All seats Window side side bench seats. The freedom of movement of the ship is the highest. A commemorative photo of a family couple is perfect! Feeding seagulls
- 5.0
- (1 review / experience)
A nature guide will take you deep into the pristine nature of Shiretoko. By walking with a nature guide, you can see the mechanisms of nature that you have never noticed before and get closer to the heart of the World Heritage Site of Shiretoko. Why not spend a luxurious time in the great outdoors on a Shiretoko guided tour? We offer free binoculars rentals for everyone on our guided tours. Binoculars
[Hokkaido, Shiretoko] Enjoy the rich nature of Shiretoko! Shiretoko 1-day guided tour
- 4.8
- (7 reviews and testimonials)
Everyone wants to visit Hokkaido in the summer at least once. We will take you on a leisurely one-day tour of the naturally rich "Okhotsk" region of Hokkaido. The theme of the Shiretoko area is "Fully Enjoy Nature." In the morning, you will take a guided walk around the Shiretoko Five Lakes, walking through the representative fields of Shiretoko. You will be transported to a restaurant in Utoro for lunch. The remaining half of the day will be spent trekking through the primeval forest. You will walk along animal trails and see cliffs and
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 for active couples and women's travel groups
hot air balloon
Mooring flights
Popular with families with small children
there is.
- 4.4
- (11 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!
[Hokkaido / Niseko] Hot air balloon mooring experience (held twice a day ★)
- 4.4
- (28 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.
- 4.2
- (3 reviews and testimonials)
Hot air ballooning is an activity that is only available in the early morning hours when the wind is calm. Why not try a ride in a balloon floating gently in the sky in the morning light? It is a tethered flight, so it is a casual experience. You can enjoy the sunlight pouring down from behind Mt. Yotei, also known as "Ezo Fuji," a mountain that represents Hokkaido, and the lush nature of Niseko. On the morning of the day, the pilot will check the weather and
Astronomical observation / Starry sky observation
Appreciating the starry sky in a little cold and clear air "
Astronomical observation / Starry sky observation
"Tours.
If you can experience the nature of Hokkaido from a different perspective, this is another activity that is gaining attention.
Less light pollution such as street lights
Hokkaido
.. Blessed with a wide plain, there are many spots that are ideal for observing the starry sky.
From hotels and pensions
Plan with transfer
There is also. Please find a plan that suits your place of stay and schedule!
- 4.7
- (3 reviews and testimonials)
In addition to observing the starry sky with the naked eye, we will also perform astronomical observations using a Newtonian reflecting telescope with a focal length of 800 mm and an aperture of 200 mm. What you see, such as stars, the moon, and comets, changes depending on the conditions of the day. Shooting stars can be seen frequently if the weather is good. You can participate empty-handed, with your camera or your own telescope!
Why don't you go see the starry sky of Shiretoko without artificial lights?
[Hokkaido, Nakafurano] Stay in a camper at the winery "Domaine Raison" (overnight in the car)
◆Bush Camp Site Domaine Raison◆This plan allows you to stay in a campervan at Domaine Raison, a winery in Nakafurano. Domaine Raison values winemaking in an environment where humans and nature can coexist. For this reason, they make wine using the blessings of nature, using as little pesticides and chemical fertilizers as possible.
Popular activity ranking that you can experience in Hokkaido in October
Hokkaido in October
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In addition to the activities I introduced, you can visit Mt. Hakodate, which is famous as a "million dollar night view". Night view appreciation You can enjoy it without worrying about the cold Manufacturing / handmade experience Such, I would like you to experience it in Hokkaido in October Japan's largest activity reservation site for tours and plans "Activity Japan" Then, I have posted a lot!
Before the northern land was covered with snow The magnificent "autumn" unique to Hokkaido Please enjoy through activities and play!
*Information such as plans, fees, and introduced facilities is current as of July 2023.
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