Abashiri is located at 44 degrees north latitude, and the shores of the Okhotsk sea are the southernmost point where the ocean freezes. In Abashiri, drift ice sightseeing ” icebreaking ship Aurora is a popular leisurely cruise that will take you out to sea to see the ice breaking activity. That was the main aim …
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Update: The Hokkaido Earthquake of September 6, 2018 did not cause any damage in Hakodate, and all local hotels and tourist establishments are operating normally. Today was a great start to the day because it was snowing lightly as I left the house to walk to the subway station. I had planned a day trip to …
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Hokkaido is situated in the northern part of Japan and is famous for its snowy landscapes, ski resorts, milk products, ice cream etc. In summer you can view the lavender fields, while in winter the whole area is covered in a thick layer of snow, like the icing on a cake. Visiting Hokkaido has always …
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Otaru (小樽) is a small harbor city, about half an hour northwest of Sapporo by train. Its beautifully preserved canal area and interesting herring mansions make Otaru a pleasant day trip from Sapporo or a nice stop en route to or from Niseko or the Shakotan Peninsula. From the early days of Hokkaido’s colonization in the late 1800s, Otaru served as a major trade and …
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