Travel Guide to Hokkaido
If holidays to Tokyo and Osaka have become mainstream, maybe it's time for you to think about looking for a new tourist destination to Japan. Apart from Okinawa which is a bit western in the South, there is Hokkaido Island in the North which is worth visiting. Hokkaido's peak season is in the winter season around January to March, where the famous ski resorts (Niseko, Kiroro) become magnets for visitors who want to enjoy the abundance of snow on this famously cold island. Apart from snow, onsen (hot springs) and natural scenery are attractions that can attract tourists in all seasons. The largest city in Hokkaido is Sapporo, with the nearest airport being New Chitose Airport (CTS), which can be the main destination on Hokkaido Island. Apart from Sapporo, also consider going to the city of Hakodate. There are 2 ways to get to Sapporo in Hokkaido, assuming you are coming from Osaka or Tokyo. Hokkaido By Train The first way is to take the Shinkansen if you have a JR Rail Pass (¥50...