A list of things to bring when traveling to Hokkaido! Introduced in spring, summer, autumn and winter
Once you've made your travel reservations, it's time to prepare your belongings!
In this article,
Hokkaido trip
I will explain what you need to bring.
Hokkaido is a large area with large temperature differences throughout the year. by month and season Dressing advice and useful items to bring I will introduce you to the Hokkaido trip For reference when preparing please try!
table of contents
- 1 What to bring when traveling to Hokkaido [List of essential items]
- 2 Useful things to bring when traveling to Hokkaido
- 3 Hokkaido Trip: What to Bring in Spring (April-May)
- 4 Hokkaido Trip: What to Bring in Summer (June to August)
- 5 Hokkaido Trip: What to Bring in Autumn (September to November)
- 6 Hokkaido Trip: What to Bring in Winter (December to March)
- 7 Hokkaido travel recommended plan ranking
- 8 Check your Hokkaido travel items before departure!
- 9 Editorial department recommended feature articles
What to bring when traveling to Hokkaido [List of essential items]
First of all, for overnight trips basic belongings I'd like to introduce_______
- Cash/credit card/electronic money, etc.
- mobile phone/smartphone
- Charger/Cables
- tickets
- Identification
- change of clothes/clothes
- toiletries
- household medicine
the number of clothes, etc. by the number of days it's different. article below Please refer to it too!
Useful things to bring when traveling to Hokkaido
- rain gear
- Goods for transportation
- Goods for driving
- organizing goods
The above four items are the main items that are convenient to bring with you. I will explain in detail below.
rain gear
- folding umbrella
- Raincoat
If the weather is fine at the time of departure, I tend to forget my rain gear . Traveling to Hokkaido often takes a long time, so be sure to include it in your luggage.
Goods for transportation
- Earplug
- Eye mask
- travel pillow
Hokkaido is vast. Your itinerary may include long trips on buses, planes, etc. spend time comfortably It is helpful to have goods for
Goods for driving
- ETC card
- blanket
- motion sickness medicine
For those who want to use public transportation to and from Hokkaido and rent a car to travel within Hokkaido, what you need to drive Don't forget!
organizing goods
- Plastic bag
- compression bag
- Eco bag
" I always have more luggage when I return from a trip... There are many people who say. It's convenient to have goods to organize your Boston bag or carrier bag, and to organize your clothes compactly.
Hokkaido Trip: What to Bring in Spring (April-May)
early spring Hokkaido is very cold and there is still snow<ことも珍しくありません。 What to bring in case of cold or snow should also be prepared.
- coat/jumper
- Pocketable down jacket (inner down / light down, etc.)
- Long-sleeved jackets such as hoodies/windbreakers
- stole/scarf
- waterproof spray
Hokkaido Trip: What to Bring in Summer (June to August)
northern country Hokkaido However, summer temperatures can exceed 30°C. sunburn or heatstroke As with Honshu, caution is required.
- Sunglasses/UV cut glasses
- hat
- Light jackets such as hoodies/cardigans
- Sunscreen
- Heat stroke countermeasure goods (handy fan/folding fan/salt candy/salt tablet)
- insect repellent spray
Hokkaido Trip: What to Bring in Autumn (September to November)
Autumn comes early and the temperature difference between day and night is large. Hokkaido . Even if the lingering summer heat is severe and it is hot in the daytime, It cools down rapidly after the evening increase. Long sleeves that are easy to put on and take off are a must!
- Pocketable down jacket (inner down / light down, etc.)
- Long-sleeved jackets such as hoodies/windbreakers
- stole/scarf
- coat/jumper
- Sunglasses/UV cut glasses
- Sunscreen
Hokkaido Trip: What to Bring in Winter (December to March)
Of winter Hokkaido , there are many days when the maximum temperature is below freezing. Add one or two pieces to your usual winter outfit, or add gloves or a muffler. reduce skin exposure I recommend you try something like this.
- down jacket/coat
- thick socks
- Scarf/gloves/knit hat
- disposable body warmer
Hokkaido travel recommended plan ranking
【Hokkaido・小樽】青の洞窟｜名物船長のアドベンチャーレッツゴークルーズ！
- 4.8
- (137 reviews and experiences)
A tour to the Blue Cave while listening to stories about Otaru's unknown nature, history, and culture! You will be guided to the Blue Cave while remaining on the boat. All-weather (type with a cabin) No splashing waves. There is also an open deck space where you can enjoy a comfortable cruise even on rainy days and feel the sea breeze. Safe for small children
- 4.8
- (58 reviews and experiences)
The original! Otaru Blue Cave Cruise Tsuusen Co., Ltd. Leave the popular Otaru Blue Cave to us! Starting from the Otaru Canal, a fun guide will take you on a quick 80-minute tour of the Otaru Canal, Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park, and Blue Cave, stopping the boat at various points. You can take great commemorative photos on the open boat! Feeding the seagulls is also popular. The dark areas deep inside the cave are greedily lit up.
- 4.7
- (97 reviews and experiences)
This is a course that flows through the Kushiro Marshland, and you canoe down a wide, calm river starting from Lake Toro to Hosooka Station, feeling the breeze blowing through the marshland. You will not get wet, so just wear comfortable clothes that suit the weather. If you are short on time, we recommend the short course from Hosooka Station to Iwaboki Water Gate. *This is the standard course.
Kushiro Marsh Canoe Private Tour [Lake Toro - Hosooka] 120 minutes
- 4.9
- (52 reviews and experiences)
[Kushiro Marsh Private Canoe Tour Lake Toro to Hosooka Course (Time Required: Approx. 120 minutes)] ■ Enjoy the Kushiro Marsh on a private canoe tour! From Lake Toro, the largest lake in the Kushiro Marsh, you will pass through the Arekinai River, a tributary of the Kushiro River, and reach the Kushiro River. Let yourself go with the slow current and head to the heart of the Kushiro Marsh. In the middle of nature, you will hear the birds singing and the wind blowing.
【Hokkaido・小樽市】祝津発！青の洞窟☆グラスボートツアー
- 4.8
- (15 reviews and experiences)
Hokkaido・小樽の【青の洞窟ツアー】で、唯一の海底が見えるグラスボートでクルーズが楽しめます。案内するのは、お任せください！祝津の海で船を走らせること40年のベテラン船長がコミカルでユーモア溢れる楽しいガイドをしながら小樽青の洞窟を周遊いたします♪海底の見える秘密の穴場スポット盛り沢山。みなさんを驚きと
- 4.8
- (72 reviews and experiences)
This course runs through the Kushiro Marshland, and starts from Hosooka Station on a wide, calm river, and goes down to Iwaboki Water Gate, feeling the breeze blowing through the marshland as you leisurely walk. You won't get wet, so just wear comfortable clothing that suits the weather. *This is a short course.
- 4.4
- (12 reviews and testimonials)
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 Mountains, and the Hidaka Mountains. In the season of fresh green leaves, you can see patchwork patterns of 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・支笏湖】手ぶらでOK！（spring・summer）底が透明なクリアカヤックで、水質日本トップクラスの湖・川の美しさを体感！ツアー写真無料
- 4.6
- (51 reviews and experiences)
【参加料金】◆5月～6月、10月 ・2名様以上でご参加の場合（中学生以上）： 8,000circle/人 ・お一人様(高校生以上)でご参加の場合 ：10,000circle/人 ・子供（4歳～小学生以下） ： 5,000circle/人◆7月～9月 ・2名様以上でご参加の場合（中学生以上）： 8,500circle/人
【Hokkaido・余市・青の洞窟SUP】余市ブルーが幻想的な絶景スポット！写真データー無料♪涼しい日はウェットスーツレンタルも込みで安心♪
- 5.0
- (21 reviews and testimonials)
一生に一度は見たい余市ブルーの絶景！Sapporoから車で１時間少々。小樽からは30分程。断崖絶壁のパノラマに青く輝く海。洞窟までのクルージングはまさに冒険気分♪非日常を堪能でき、一生の思い出になる事間違いなし！★初めての方も安心！★小学生〜60代の方まで幅広く対応！★高画質写真データー無料♪★有資格者の"地
【Hokkaido・千歳】口コミ限定〜水質日本一の支笏湖でSUP体験ツアー！最新GOPRO11撮影写真プレゼント（約2時間）※大人数も可能！
- 4.9
- (47 reviews and testimonials)
"Extraordinary Experience Activity" held at Lake Shikotsu in Chitose / Approximately 2 hours of SUP experience tour. A luxurious SUP experience tour at Lake Shikotsu, which has the best water quality in Japan for 11 consecutive years. The high quality water and beautiful scenery will enrich your soul and create the best memories with your friends and precious family. You can also see the oldest "Mountain Line Iron Bridge" in Japan! The guide will take photos and provide them to you as an album.
Check your Hokkaido travel items before departure!
Hokkaido travel belongings and Seasonal clothing and useful goods I explained about Did you find any interesting information?
by the four seasons climate and temperature change Hokkaido . With just a little ingenuity in your belongings, you can enjoy your trip to Hokkaido. Comfort varies a lot world. Please refer to the article and choose what to bring!
*The content of this article is current as of June 2025.
