When is the best time to visit Hokkaido? Thorough commentary by season and purpose!

When is the best time to visit Hokkaido? Thorough commentary by season and purpose!
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Activity Japan Editorial Department

Hokkaido is admired by many, Popular domestic destinations !
This time, Recommended time to travel to Hokkaido I will explain.

Depending on the purpose, such as climate, gourmet food, travel expenses to worry about Introducing the best season so Hokkaido If you're wondering when to go, it's a must-see. Please refer to the article and find the best season for your trip to Hokkaido!

Recommended time to travel to Hokkaido

First of all, for each season (month), climate and attractions, Recommended activities And so on!

Hokkaido Travel: Spring (April-May)

Mt. Yotei in Hokkaido spring and sprouting butterbur

the cold is severe Hokkaido Until around May every year the rest of the snow , winter sports There are places where you can experience in early spring, River with increased water volume due to melting snow enjoy in Rafting Also recommended! family with small children for, Manufacturing experience is also popular.
said to be short Hokkaido spring Don't miss out and enjoy!

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Hokkaido Travel: Summer (June to August)

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during the summer Hokkaido but, snorkeling or diving can enjoy! cold image Hokkaido is a strong country, but by all means sea ​​activities Please enjoy.
mountain stream fishing or Canoe/Kayak Such water sports perfect for summer. seasonal experience teeth, Must check you know!

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Hokkaido Travel: Autumn (September to November)

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In the season when the mountains change color Hokkaido and, Trekking tour Would you like to join us? A superb view awaits maybe. Also, in autumn empty activity Also the best season. hot air balloon aboard the autumn scenery It is also recommended to enjoy!
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Hokkaido Travel: Winter (December to March)

Hokkaido Biei snow scene

Hokkaido If you want to enjoy the uniqueness, straight away, winter is recommended . various kinds of snow activity is waiting!
sightseeing taxi at Sightseeing tour is easy to move without knowing the cold. Besides, Smelt fishing on ice Such, Only in cold regions experience is also recommended.

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Enjoy food on your trip to Hokkaido

Local gourmet food is one of the real pleasures of traveling! Hokkaido We will introduce gourmet recommendations by season!

Hokkaido Travel: Recommended Food in Spring (April to May)

Fresh asparagus from Hokkaido

Asparagus is Hokkaido Seasonal material that announces spring! Fresh asparagus can be eaten raw.
In addition, hairy crabs that are produced in different places depending on the season. spring is Eastern Hokkaido Around Abashiri Okhotsk Sea Hairy Crab is in season. Atka mackerel and ascetic garlic are also representative ingredients of Hokkaido in spring!

Hokkaido Travel: Recommended Gourmet in Summer (June to August)

Fresh sea urchin from Hokkaido

Although sea urchin can be harvested all year round, it is said to be the most delicious in the summer. Dohoku Rishiri Island and Rebun Island is a famous sea urchin production area. Hanasaki crab is also in season in summer! Summer fruits such as melons and watermelons are also good to eat.
Central Hokkaido Sapporo A large-scale beer garden is held in Odori Park in summer every year. Be sure to try the Hokkaido limited beer!

Hokkaido Travel: Recommended Food in Autumn (September to November)

Charcoal-grilled Hokkaido saury

Autumn is the gourmet season! Hokkaido Many ingredients are in season, from fatty salmon and Pacific saury to agricultural crops such as potatoes and grapes.
Central Hokkaido Hidaka area Autumn is also the season for shishamo, a local specialty of Mukawa Town. Due to the short fishing season and limited production areas, it is not available outside of Hokkaido in large numbers. If you have the chance, please try it.

Hokkaido Travel: Recommended Food in Winter (December to March)

Hokkaido scallop sushi

Even in the cold winter Hokkaido gourmet is hot! Magaki oysters and cod, which are popular ingredients for hot pot dishes, are said to be most delicious in winter.
Donan area Uchiura Bay (also known as Funka Bay) scallops are in season in winter! Because it is a place where warm currents and cold currents intersect, scallops with a strong sweetness grow thick and thick. Try it with sushi, sashimi, or grilled with butter!

Travel expenses for traveling to Hokkaido

Passenger plane at New Chitose Airport, Hokkaido

Next, I would like to tell you about the trend of traveling expenses in Hokkaido.

Hokkaido Travel: Trends in Travel Expenses
high period : Early to mid-February ※refer to the following ・July to August (summer vacation period), Golden Week (GW), year-end and New Year holidays, etc.
cheap period : January (after New Year holidays), April, October-December (before year-end holidays), immediately after consecutive holidays, etc.

During the summer vacation period, which is the peak season for domestic travel, trips to Hokkaido are also available throughout the year. most expensive to travel It's time. For travel during the period, make good use of early bird discounts and make reservations.

Hokkaido is a popular tourist destination even in the cold season. The reason why there are so many tourists in winter is that Hokkaido has many sightseeing spots unique to the northern country. snow activities and so on.
especially in February, Central Hokkaido Sapporo During the Sapporo Snow Festival, Soaring travel costs To do. Not only does it cost more, but it also makes it harder to book flights and hotels, so be careful.
If you are planning to attend the Sapporo Snow Festival, it is essential to plan your trip early!

Recommended dates are weekdays after the year-end and New Year holidays and autumn, when travel costs can be reduced and congestion can be avoided. A slightly different itinerary and relax Hokkaido Why don't you enjoy it?

Ranking of recommended activities for traveling in Hokkaido

1 rank

【Hokkaido・Sapporo近郊】茨戸川で氷上わかさぎ釣り体験!わかさぎの天ぷら付き♪~Sapporo駅からの送迎付き~

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Sapporo
5,300 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (7 reviews and testimonials)

Sapporo中心部から車で約30分~45分,大人気スポット【茨戸川】で今注目の,氷上わかさぎ釣り体験!Sapporo駅からの送迎付き,道具は全部貸出付きなので気軽にご参加いただけます。屋外at活動なので暖かい服装でお越しください。釣ったわかさぎteeth,その場でガイドが天ぷらにsoお召し上がりいただけます。えさを付

2 rank

【Hokkaido・Sapporo近郊】1組1テント催行確約・密を避けて楽しむワカサギ釣り+more 1日体験2023~24

HORTOSapporo
Ishikari/Sorachi/Chitose
8,800 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (11 reviews/testimonials)

Sapporo市内中心部から約50分,石狩川水系の池沼or河跡湖enjoy inワカサギ釣り体験です。ウィズコロナの時代に,相席で1坪程度のテントに密になる釣りの方法は避け,新・Hokkaidoガイドラインor,Go Toトラベルをトレースしながら,同時に冬の愉しみを心置きなく提供する必要がございます。そこand,お客様と一緒に氷上に

3 rank

【Hokkaido・富良野】Snowmobile体験!!★10㎞コース★

Leisure Guide Asobiya Furano
Furano/Biei/Tomamu
9,000 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 4.8
  • (3 reviews/testimonials)

Snowmobileって難しそう?怖そう?そんなことはありません!ガイドがしっかりレクチャーしてから先導so運転が不安な方or女性の方でも安心してご参加いただけます。Snowmobileでしか行けない林道or山岳,雪原Such誰も知らない銀世界への旅にチャレンジしてみませんか?

4 rank

【Hokkaido・Sapporo近郊】送迎付き!貸切釣り場&ストーブ付き小屋で快適!ジンギスカン&ワカサギの天ぷら試食つき!半日プレミアムワカサギ釣りツアー

サイクリングフロンティアHokkaido/フロンティアフィッシングツアーズ(株式会社サイクリングフロンティア)
Sapporo
7,500 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 4.8
  • (13 reviews/testimonials)

Hokkaidoで最も多くのお客様をガイドしたワカサギ釣りガイドの第一人者がお届けするワカサギ釣り体験ツアーです。Hokkaido屈指のワカサギ釣りポイントである新篠津村しのつ湖において,屈指の好ポイントとして知られる南釣り場を貸切にて催行する,贅沢なプランです。Hokkaido発の某有名バラエティー番組のワカサギ釣りのロケ地と

5 rank

【Hokkaido・南富良野】金山湖で冬の風物詩でSmelt fishing on ice~釣った後の天ぷら付き!6才からOK

FUN outdoor activities
Furano/Biei/Tomamu
5,500 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 4.6
  • (8 reviews/testimonials)

凍った湖に穴を開けて仕掛けをセット!たったこれだけで後は食いついたら糸を引くだけ。面倒な穴開け,餌付け,仕掛けのセットSuchはガイドにお任せ!ちょっとコツを覚えると初心者でもお子様でも御気軽に体験できます!釣った後はその場で揚げて,天ぷらに!釣ったその場で新鮮な状態の揚げたてアツアツは最高に格別です!

6 rank

【Hokkaido・Sapporo近郊】ウィンターセール実施中!5歳から楽しめる☆釣り仙人と行くワカサギ釣り体験☆★写真・動画無料サービス付き★

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Sapporo
9,900 circle 7,000 Yen~ (tax included)
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【穴あけ〜釣って天ぷらまでチャレンジ!】★ワカサギ釣り仙人のミッションをクリアできるか!!?★3つのミッションを楽しむ☆小さなお子様から大人の皆様まで釣り仙人との思い出が作れる,どんな方でも遊べるプランです♪ミッションを達成しながら,本来のワカサギ釣りを一から体験できます!遊びを通して学ぶもモットー

7 rank

【Hokkaido・Sapporoスノーシュー】ウィンターセール実施!雪の妖精シマエナガorエゾリスが潜む粉雪の森 or 日本三大夜景「煌めく宝石箱」を臨む雪の丘

n.s ride
Sapporo
9,900 circle 7,000 Yen~ (tax included)
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  • 4.5
  • (2 reviews/testimonials)

==================================■ 昼と夜,お好きなプランをお選びいただけます!■ ふわふわな雪の上を楽に歩ける「スノーシューセット」無料レンタル有り!■(昼)シマエナガorエゾリスSuch,小動物たちが生息する森で開催!■(夜)日本三大夜景を一望できる雪の丘で開催!■

8 rank

【Hokkaido・Hakodate】冬の定番体験!大沼国定公園で氷上わかさぎ釣り~駅から徒歩5分!手ぶらOK!

Onuma boat
Hakodate/Onuma/Matsumae
2,500 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 3.8
  • (12 reviews and testimonials)

さお・えさ一式セットをご用意しており,釣り放題でお楽しみいただけます。手ぶらでお越しくださいませ。駅から徒歩5分とアクセスも良好です。釣れたワカサギは天ぷらで美味しく調理!出来立ての天ぷらは格別you know!※一皿600circle(15匹前後)で天ぷら調理いたします!(現地払い)

9 rank

【Hokkaido・富良野】Smelt fishing on iceinかなorま湖(半日コース)

white koala rental ski
Furano/Biei/Tomamu
5,500 Yen~ (tax included)

手ぶらでOK!レンタルもあり!わかさぎ釣り半日コース♪♪全面凍結した湖上でワカサギ釣り専用テントand,楽しいひと時を過ごしてみませんか?釣りが初めての方でもガイドが竿の使い方or餌の付け方指導いたしますので安心してお楽しみいただけます♪♪綺麗な水の中のわかさぎをteeth,その場で天ぷらで揚げたてが最高に美味い

10 rank

【Hokkaido・富良野】hot air balloonフリーフライト(20分コース/30分コース)

Leisure Guide Asobiya Furano
Furano/Biei/Tomamu
18,000 Yen~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (2 reviews/testimonials)

白銀の大雪,十勝岳連峰,富良野盆地を一望する風まかせの空中散歩。広大な雪原orミニチュアのような街並みを見下ろしながら,まるで自分も富良野の大自然の一部になったかのようなひとときをお過ごしください。

Traveling to Hokkaido has fun in every season!

Drift ice and Steller's sea eagles and white-tailed eagles on the Shiretoko Peninsula off the coast of Rausu, Hokkaido

The recommended time to travel to Hokkaido, Commentary by season Did! Were there any points you were interested in?

For more information, Hokkaido recommendations for Articles summarized by month But since I am introducing Please refer to it !

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