Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1PHP = 2.68JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Best time to visit
MAR - JUN
Spring
SEP - NOV
Autumn
FEB
Sapporo Snow Festival
APR - MAY
Cherry Blosson Season
JUN - AUG
Summer Flower Fields
OCT
Peak of Autumn Season
Recommended trip duration
5 days
Flight time
13 hours
When departing from Toronto
Top things to do in Hokkaido
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Asahiyama Zoo & Ningle Terrace & Biei Farm Land Snow Paradise & Shirahige Falls Day Trip (with original souvenir)
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[Winter Limited] Hokkaido Classic Popular Day Trip & Hokkaido Winter Fun Day Trip (Snowmobile Experience Optional) | Chinese and English Guide | Departure from Sapporo
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[One-Day Hokkaido Tour] Asahiyama Zoo & Christmas Tree & Waterfall & Blue Pond or Shikisai Hill & Ningle Terrace (Optional Snowmobile Experience)
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₱ 3,316
Mt Tengu Ropeway Round-trip Ticket
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₱ 853
[Lake Toya, Hokkaido] Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) & Bear Park or Mount Usu Day Trip
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₱ 2,329
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Icebreaker GARINKO III Sunset Cruise & Sounkyo Ice Festival Day Tour
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₱ 8,702
JR Tower Observation Deck T38 Ticket in Hokkaido
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₱ 239
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Hokkaido Popular Attractions Day Tour | Asahikawa Zoo & Instagram-worthy Tree & Shirahige Falls & Biei Blue Pond & Ningle Terrace
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₱ 3,305
Abashiri Drift Ice Sightseeing ＆ Icebreaker Ship "Aurora"
Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
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₱ 1,939
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Jozankei and Okurayama Hill Full-Day Guided Tour
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₱ 4,432
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Teine Ski Resort 1 Day Ski Tour from Sapporo (HTO Certified)
Beginner-friendly
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₱ 9,141
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[1 Person Guaranteed Departure] Hokkaido Noboribetsu Popular Instagram Tour: Lake Toya Observatory & Lake Toya Onsen Pier & Lake Hill Farm & Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch & Noboribetsu Hell Valley
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₱ 2,370
Transport in Hokkaido
JR Hokkaido Rail Pass
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₱ 3,740
Chitose｜New Chitose Airport Private Airport Transfer
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₱ 6,722
JR Whole Japan Rail Pass
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₱ 18,736
JR Hokkaido Sapporo-Furano Area Pass
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₱ 4,102
Niseko Ski Resort - New Chitose Airport & Sapporo Shuttle Bus
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₱ 2,125
₱ 2,237
Sapporo Car Rental | Rent a car for Beer Museum, Asahiyama Zoo, Odori Park, Jozankei Onsen, Sapporo Clock Tower
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₱ 2,138
₱ 3,054
Tomamu Resort - New Chitose Airport / Sapporo Shuttle Bus
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₱ 2,237
JR Sapporo-Noboribetsu Area Pass
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₱ 3,729
JR East-South Hokkaido Rail Pass
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₱ 13,189
Tokyo Departure: Car Rental with Driver to Mount Fuji/Hakone/Nikko - English-speaking Driver
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₱ 18,946
₱ 20,685
Chitose car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
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₱ 4,447
₱ 6,352
Furano Ski Resort - Sapporo/New Chitose Airport Shuttle Bus
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₱ 2,246
Hotels in Hokkaido
Tomamu the Tower by Hoshino Resorts
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₱ 9,682.8
Bespoke Hotel Sapporo
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₱ 2,738.9
Dai-ichi Takimotokan
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₱ 8,447.5
KOKO HOTEL Sapporo Ekimae
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₱ 2,003.1
Vessel Hotel Campana Susukino
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₱ 3,023.1
SAPPORO STREAM HOTEL
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₱ 4,158.4
Sapporo Grand Hotel
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₱ 4,103.7
Smile Hotel PREMIUM SAPPOROSUSUKINO
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₱ 2,031.4
The Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort
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₱ 18,839.9
Vessel Inn Sapporo Nakajima Park
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₱ 2,613.1
Hotel Forza Sapporo Station
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₱ 3,235.9
Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel
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₱ 2,770.6
Hokkaido travel guide
Reviews of Hokkaido activities
Cheryl ***
2026-02-13 14:31:21
The photoshoot was incredibly relaxed and comfortable! Kahori-san guided me through different spots and suggested natural movements, making everything feel effortless. The whole experience was full of genuine moments of joy—the conversations with her added a wonderful sense of ease. Even when it started snowing, the shoot stayed lighthearted and fun. The photos turned out beautifully, capturing natural expressions and the warm vibes of the day. I’m really happy with how everything turned out—it was such an enjoyable experience.
Klook User
2025-10-15 10:16:35
Great place, the pigs were adorable. They kept trying to stack on top of each other until one of them got annoyed and broke apart the stack and reformed after a bit.
Satya ******
2025-12-24 01:24:13
Perfectly curated experience. We visited very nice and quaint bars, had some amazing drinks and food. Our host (Ayumo) was absolutely fantastic, sharing stories from Japanese history and the local region. Had the pleasure of meeting another couple who came along with us... wonderful time
CHANG ********
2026-02-05 10:59:25
Experience: The strawberries on-site were very large and beautiful, and the grounds were very clean. Since it was all-you-can-eat... I got a little scared of strawberries after eating so much. The on-site shop collected a fee, and I thought I was going to be ripped off... but a few hours later, I received a notification from Luke that there was a duplicate charge, and two days later, I received a refund. The handling attitude was excellent.
KAYE ****************
2025-11-28 03:03:06
A Personal Taste of Sapporo
I joined this food tour alone, and it turned out to be such a rewarding experience. Tieki, my guide, was warm, attentive, and full of local knowledge. He introduced me to authentic Sapporo dishes that I wouldn’t have discovered on my own, and his recommendations made the city’s food culture come alive.
Even though it was just me, Tieki made the tour engaging and tailored, so I felt like I had a true insider’s look at Sapporo. By the end, I not only enjoyed delicious food but also felt I understood the city much better.
Highly recommended for anyone visiting Sapporo — whether solo or with friends!
MouJung **
2026-02-09 07:08:18
Truly a delicious flavor worth eating! It was worth it for the eight of us to charter two cars and come all the way here to eat. Each dish has a sense of history and is also very delicious. Even parts that I usually don't like to eat became enjoyable. We had Ishikari Nabe in the streets of Otaru the day before, but in comparison, Kintaitei's Ishikari Nabe is far superior in taste! The owner and his wife are both very old, but the service is still very attentive and not sloppy at all. Sitting in a shop that has been recognized as a Japanese cultural heritage, eating dishes that span a hundred years of history, makes you feel like you've instantly traveled back 145 years to Ezo. Combined with the snowy scenery outside, this meal became the most unforgettable meal of this Hokkaido trip!
ผู้ใช้ Klook
2026-02-22 12:12:11
If you're thinking of traveling between cities, especially from Hakodate to Sapporo, this is a great deal. Just the round trip is almost the cost of the pass, and the remaining days are a bonus. This time, there's a bundled ticket: the "Have fun in Hokkaido Pass," which lets you choose 3 locations for 4xx baht, which is about 2000 yen. It's very cheap. You can enter participating locations and get discounts. For the first location, we chose Asahiyama Zoo, but you have to exchange the ticket at Asahikawa Station. They'll give you a package of tickets. There's an Information & Product Center on the far right side of the station (opposite AEON Mall). The entry fee is 1000 yen + a food discount ticket for 800 yen for cafes or restaurants in the zoo or around the zoo, because we also used it at a cafe outside (across from the zoo) + a 10% discount coupon for restaurants or gift shops in that area. It's worth it. The second location was Sapporo TV Tower, with an entry fee of 1000 yen. We were going to go to the third location (Mount Moiwa, the ropeway costs 2200 yen), but we didn't because we were tired and there was a snowstorm on the day we were going to go. But it was still worth the cost of the ticket.
Jenny *********
2025-12-03 11:18:40
Easy booking through Klook. Super easy redemption at the airport. Seat reservation: No problem at the machine. But not always necessary, sometimes we just rode in the unreserved car. Staff always very friendly. We used it in Kyoto, Osaka, Nara and Hiroshima. Everything worked out great.
Joseph *****
2025-12-16 10:52:05
My experience taking the Niseko Ski Resort - New Chitose Airport - Sapporo shuttle bus was very smooth. The meeting time and location provided by Klook before departure were clear, and the driver arrived on time that day. Luggage placement and headcount confirmation were efficient and very friendly for skiers. The ride was stable, and even on snowy roads, the driver seemed experienced, allowing for a restful nap. For first-timers to Niseko who don't want to transfer via JR or move with ski equipment, this shuttle option is really time-saving and effortless. Overall, it's a great value, and I would choose it again for future ski trips and recommend it to friends. Price: Pass Coverage:
Quick facts about Hokkaido
General info
What to know before visiting Hokkaido
Top Attractions in Hokkaido
Sapporo Snow Festival
If you visit Hokkaido in February, you can see giant ice and snow sculptures at the famous Sapporo Snow Festival. It’s one of Japan’s biggest winter events and turns the city into a winter wonderland filled with ice sculptures, music, food stalls, and fun activities.
Niseko Ski Resort
In Hokkaido, Niseko is the best place for skiing and snowboarding. You’ll love the soft powder snow, beautiful mountain views, and cozy hot springs after a day on the slopes.
Furano Flower Fields
During summer, Hokkaido’s Furano area turns into a rainbow of colors with lavender, cherry blossoms, and flower fields. It’s a perfect spot for photos and a relaxing walk through nature.
Otaru Canal
In the coastal town of Otaru, you can walk along the charming Otaru Canal lined with old warehouses and soft lantern lights at night. It’s especially romantic in winter when covered with snow.
Shirogane Blue Pond (Biei)
You’ll be amazed by the bright turquoise water of the Blue Pond in Biei, Hokkaido. It changes color with the light and looks stunning in every season.
Noboribetsu Onsen
For relaxation, visit Noboribetsu Onsen, Hokkaido’s most famous hot spring town. You can soak in mineral-rich baths and explore “Hell Valley,” a volcanic area with steaming vents and bubbling pools.
Tips before visiting Hokkaido
1. Dress for the season
Winters in Hokkaido are long, cold, and snowy, so pack layers, thermal wear, and waterproof boots to stay warm. Summers are mild but can still be cool at night, especially in the mountains.
2. Try local food
Hokkaido is famous for its fresh seafood, rich ramen, and creamy dairy products. Be sure to visit local markets or food stalls to taste specialties like crab, sea urchin, and soft-serve ice cream.
3. Use the JR Pass
The JR Hokkaido Rail Pass makes traveling between cities like Sapporo, Otaru, and Hakodate affordable and easy. It’s a great way to see scenic routes without worrying about car rentals or snow driving.
4. Book early in winter
Ski resorts like Niseko, Furano, and Rusutsu get fully booked months in advance during the snow season. Plan ahead for accommodations, lift passes, and transport to secure the best deals.
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