Summer trip to Hokkaido | Activities, leisure, experiences and fun recommended for both children and adults

On this page Of summer Hokkaido Activities, leisure, experiences and fun to fully enjoy travel and tourism Special feature!

Focusing on "experiences that can only be had in Hokkaido" Great for everyone, from children to adults, and from couples to families We will thoroughly introduce recommended tours that you can take.

Including the popular reservation rankings, "Why Hokkaido has so many tourists in the summer," "Hokkaido's summer temperature and what to wear," etc. Check out all the useful information for your trip to Hokkaido Let's do it.

Popular Hokkaido summer activity experience tour rankings

First of all, based on Activity Japan reservation data, Of summer Hokkaido Popular activity experience tour ranking I will introduce.

Please use this information to compare plans based on tour content, fees, and reputations based on reviews and user testimonials.

Popular summer activities, leisure, experiences and fun in Hokkaido

A vast area with magnificent nature Hokkaido In the summer, You can enjoy all outdoor fields such as the sea, rivers, mountains and sky Activities are complete.

There is no snow Spring and summer are the best times to enjoy Hokkaido's great outdoors ..

" What kind of activities / leisure / experiences / play are popular in Hokkaido in the summer? I think there are many people who are planning a plan to enjoy while traveling.

In the following, "" based on Activity Japan reservation data Summer Hokkaido popular activity event ranking We will introduce and explore the popularity trend of the year.

Popular Hokkaido summer activities ranking

The first place	Cruising / shipboard party
2nd place	Canoe / kayak
3rd place	SUP (SUP) stand-up paddle board
4th place	Rafting
5th place	hot air balloon
6th place	Clear kayak
7th place	Sightseeing taxi hire
8th place	Horse trekking
9th place	Bus tour
10th place	Glass Bottom Boat

Cruising around Otaru's Blue Cave is popular!

The only one in Hokkaido The coastline of Otaru designated as "Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Coast National Park" ..

You can enjoy the spectacular view of the emerald blue sea and strange rocks along the coastline. Blue Grotto "there is.

The Otaru Blue Cave is a boat ride away. cruising Guided tours that allow visitors to experience the local culture and culture are gaining popularity.

Popular Hokkaido Cruising Tour Ranking

Hokkaido is full of great spots for canoeing and kayaking!

Hokkaido is a vast area with abundant nature. Canoe / kayak Places of interest There are many lakes and rivers.

" Tokachi River "or" Kushiro Marsh (Kushiro River) ", known for its high transparency, Lake Shikotsu " are prime examples.

Canoes and kayaks can be enjoyed in the same way as rowing boats, Beginners and children can easily participate Is attractive.

Hokkaido canoe and kayak popularity ranking

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Hokkaido in the summer is famous for rafting!

Spring and summer in Hokkaido " Rafting Areas where " is popular It is also famous as.

Furano area " Sorachi River "or" Mukawa , " Tokachi River " are known as rapids spots for rafting.

You can experience the exhilaration of being splashed with water and the sense of accomplishment of completing the course. Enjoy Hokkaido's nature through rafting let's.

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Popular areas and regions in Hokkaido in summer

There is a distance of about 500km from east to west (from Matsumae Port to Cape Shiretoko) and about 400km from north to south (from Cape Soya to Cape Erimo). It boasts a total area of ​​83,450 km². Hokkaido ..

The distance of 400km from north to south is Approximately the distance from Tokyo to Osaka To do.

Unlike other prefectures, it is not possible to travel between the two prefectures by car or train in a day or two. It is important to make a plan that focuses on the destination is.

" Which area / area is recommended for your summer trip to Hokkaido? " I wonder if there are many people who are having trouble choosing a tourist spot to visit?

In the following, "" based on Activity Japan reservation data Ranking of popular areas and regions in Hokkaido in summer " Let's take a look at this.

Ranking of popular areas and regions in Hokkaido in summer

The first place	Otaru / Kiroro / Shakotan
2nd place	Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Lake Kussharo
3rd place	Niseko Rusutsu
4th place	Ishikari / Sorachi / Chitose
5th place	Furano / Biei / Tomamu
6th place	Sapporo
7th place	Obihiro / Tokachi
8th place	Shiretoko / Abashiri / Kitami
9th place	Hakodate / Onuma / Matsumae
10th place	Toya, Noboribetsu, Tomakomai

Otaru, Kiroro, and Shakotan, which can be visited from Sapporo as a day trip, are popular!

It is about an hour's drive from Sapporo. Otaru / Kiroro / Shakotan ".

Sightseeing, food, shopping, activities, etc. Full of fun things to do on your trip to Hokkaido It is a popular spot.

Among the many tourist attractions, "Cruising" and "SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board)" held in the Blue Cave The tours are particularly popular.

Popular activity rankings in Otaru, Kiroro and Shakotan

Kushiro is the best place for summer activities in Hokkaido!

Located in the eastern Hokkaido area, Kushiro, Akan, Lake Mashu, Nemuro, Kawayu, Lake Kussharo ".

It is home to the Kushiro River and the Kushiro Marshland, which is registered under the Ramsar Convention. One of the most popular tourist spots in Hokkaido is.

In the summer, the Kushiro River (including its tributaries) and the Kushiro Marshland become the playground. "Canoeing and Kayaking" experience tours are popular Collect.

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Lake Shikotsu, easily accessible from New Chitose Airport, is a mecca for activities!

One of Hokkaido's recommended summer spots was ranked 4th in popularity. " Ishikari / Sorachi / Chitose Lake Shikotsu belongs to the is.

Lake Shikotsu is ranked 1st in the national water quality survey of lakes and marshes by the Ministry of the Environment. The clearest water in Japan for 11 consecutive years is attractive.

"Canoe/Kayak" and "SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board)" Experience the overwhelming clarity.

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Why Hokkaido has so many tourists in the summer

Due to the impression of "snow country" or "cold" or "winter sports" or "Sapporo Snow Festival" There is a strong image that tourism peaks in the winter Hokkaido ..

However, contrary to that image, travel popularity has increased the most in the year, and every year " Summer is the season when most tourists visit Hokkaido There is data called.

Even in Activity Japan, than in winter when snow activities are held, Many reservations gather in the summer after Golden Week There is a tendency.

Why Hokkaido is so popular in summer ─ First of all, " Why Hokkaido has so many tourists in the summer I will explain some of the factors that make it.

There is less humidity and you can spend more comfortably than the temperature!

Hokkaido has the image that "summer in Hokkaido is cool", but Midsummer day with maximum daytime temperature of 30 ℃ or higher There are many days.

However, in Hokkaido, where the number of rainy days in summer is less and the humidity is lower than in Honshu, There are many sunny days that are crisp and comfortable Is a feature.

in short, It has a summery climate during the day, but you can stay cool in the morning and evening. This is also one of the reasons why summer trips to Hokkaido are gaining popularity.

There are plenty of activities to enjoy the great outdoors!

Because you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding with high-quality powder snow due to the abundant amount of snow, Famous as a famous place for winter sports Hokkaido.

On the other hand, while the magnificent nature is attractive, In winter, you can only enjoy winter sports using the snow. There is also a disadvantage.

You can experience the dynamic nature The fact that abundant outdoor activities are held is also a charm unique to Hokkaido in the summer. It is one of.

Furano's lavender can be seen in the summer!

Popular content for sightseeing in Hokkaido Furano's lavender is in full bloom This is also one of the reasons why summer trips to Hokkaido are gaining popularity.

At "Farm Tomita," which boasts a vast area as a famous place for lavender, Every year from mid-July to late July, the entire field is dyed purple. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery.

In addition, at the largest lavender field in Japan, "Lavender East," which was created for the production of lavender oil, Scenery of reaping in late July You can see.

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Summer Hokkaido temperature and clothes

If it is 25 ℃ or higher, it is a "summer day", if it is 30 ℃ or higher, it is a "midsummer day", and if it is 35 ℃ or higher, it is a "hot day". The names are classified according to the high temperature. Japanese summer has been done.

Located at the northernmost tip of the country, it is known for the severe cold in midwinter. Hokkaido When does summer start and end? I think that is the information you need to know when planning your trip.

From here, based on the average temperature data of the year from May including Golden Week to September including Silver Week, Period when the maximum temperature in Hokkaido exceeds 25 ° C and is above summer days Let's check each major area.

Average summer temperature around Central Hokkaido and Sapporo

Month	Average maximum temperature	Average minimum temperature
May	18 ℃	8 ℃
June	22 ℃	13 ℃
July	25 ℃	17 ℃
August	26 ℃	18 ℃
September	22 ℃	13 ℃

Average summer temperature around Southern Hokkaido and Hakodate

Month	Average maximum temperature	Average minimum temperature
May	17 ℃	7 ℃
June	20 ℃	12 ℃
July	24 ℃	17 ℃
August	26 ℃	18 ℃
September	23 ℃	13 ℃

Average summer temperature around Eastern Hokkaido and Shiretoko

Month	Average maximum temperature	Average minimum temperature
May	14 ℃	5 ℃
June	19 ℃	9 ℃
July	22 ℃	13 ℃
August	24 ℃	15 ℃
September	20 ℃	11 ℃

Average summer temperature around Northern Hokkaido and Wakkanai

Month	Average maximum temperature	Average minimum temperature
May	12 ℃	6 ℃
June	16 ℃	10 ℃
July	20 ℃	14 ℃
August	22 ℃	17 ℃
September	20 ℃	14 ℃

July-August is more than summer days in Hokkaido and Southern Hokkaido!

Has popular tourist destinations such as "Sapporo" and "Hakodate" In the Hokkaido and Southern Hokkaido areas, the temperature is higher than summer days in July and August. During the daytime, you can spend time with short sleeves such as T-shirts and shorts.

on the other hand, In the morning and evening, the temperature drops and it gets chilly Therefore, it is recommended to prepare warm clothes and outerwear such as long-sleeved shirts and thin jackets.

There are few summer days in Eastern Hokkaido and Northern Hokkaido, so it's easy to spend!

The eastern Hokkaido and northern Hokkaido areas to which "Shiretoko", which is registered as a World Natural Heritage site, and "Wakkanai", which includes Cape Soya, the northernmost point of Japan, belong. Even in July and August, it does not reach the summer sun Most of the time.

for that reason, It is common to wear long sleeves even during the day Therefore, it is recommended to prepare warm winter clothes and outerwear in preparation for the morning and evening when the temperature drops.

*The content of this article is current as of June 2024.

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