Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1MYR = 39.68JPY
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
7 hours
When departing from Kuala Lumpur
Top things to do in Hokkaido
![[Hokkaido Summer Flower Viewing] Shikisai no Oka & Farm Tomita & Blue Pond & Waterfall & Patchwork Tour One-Day Trip | Depart from Sapporo](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAABGdBTUEAALGPC/xhBQAAAAFzUkdCAK7OHOkAAAADUExURenp6VcjxIwAAAAKSURBVAjXY2AAAAACAAHiIbwzAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC)
Summer deal
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[Hokkaido Summer Flower Viewing] Shikisai no Oka & Farm Tomita & Blue Pond & Waterfall & Patchwork Tour One-Day Trip | Depart from Sapporo
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English guided
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RM 189.05
RM 202.55
15 off
30 off
Sale
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Farm Tomita, Shikisai no Oka, Aoiike: Sapporo Departure Furano Biei 1-Day Tour (Optional All-You-Can-Eat Cantaloupe)
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English guided
Free cancellation
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RM 170.15
RM 270.05
Mt. Moiwa Ropeway Ticket in Sapporo
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RM 50.29
RM 52.95
Summer deal
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Hokkaido Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) + Showa Shinzan + Lake Toya Day Trip (Sapporo/Lake Toya Departure)
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English guided
Free cancellation
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RM 176.45
RM 220.55
Summer deal
(Summer Furano Limited) Ningle Terrace & Shikisai no Oka & Farm Tomita & Blue Pond & Waterfall Day Tour
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English guided
Free cancellation
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RM 170.15
RM 270.05
15 off
30 off
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Summer deal
Furano & Biei Blue Pond & Shikisai-no-oka Day Tour｜Departure from Sapporo
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English guided
Free cancellation
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RM 189.05
RM 202.55
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Otaru, Hokkaido Cape Kamui Day Trip: Cape Kamui, Otaru Canal, Blue Cave Boat Tour, Shiroi Koibito Park | Departing from Sapporo
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Private tour
English guided
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RM 176.45
RM 220.55
Summer deal
Muslim-friendly
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Noboribetsu & Lake Toya & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu Day Trip
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English guided
Muslim-friendly
Free cancellation
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RM 176.45
RM 252.05
Noboribetsu Bear Park Ticket
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RM 79.00
RM 80.65
AQUARIUM PARK AOAO SAPPORO (Hokkaido)
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RM 52.69
RM 55.45
Summer deal
Hokkaido Lake Toya Fireworks Festival, Lake Shikotsu & Bear Ranch & Observation Deck Day Tour (boat cruise optional)
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English guided
Afternoon departure
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RM 188.19
RM 376.39
Summer deal
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Sapporo Jozankei & Great Buddha Head Cultural Immersion Day Tour
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English guided
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RM 158.79
RM 252.05
Transport in Hokkaido
Chitose｜New Chitose Airport Private Airport Transfer
Bestseller
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RM 318.65
Summer deal
JR Hokkaido Rail Pass
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RM 251.95
RM 252.05
JR Hokkaido Sapporo-Furano Area Pass
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RM 271.49
RM 277.25
JR Whole Japan Rail Pass
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RM 1,260.15
Sapporo Car Rental | Rent a car for Beer Museum, Asahiyama Zoo, Odori Park, Jozankei Onsen, Sapporo Clock Tower
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From
RM 171
RM 244.25
JR East-South Hokkaido Rail Pass
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RM 1,008.15
JR Sapporo-Noboribetsu Area Pass
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RM 246.90
RM 252.05
Summer deal
JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass
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RM 806.49
Chitose car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
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From
RM 273
RM 310.19
Furano & Biei & Lake Toya & Noboribetsu & Niseko & Hakodate & Otaru & Shakotan (Depart from Sapporo)
Customized itinerary
Free cancellation
From
RM 1,191.49
RM 1,310.55
Hokkaido Car Rental with Driver to Sapporo Urban/ Sapporo Suburb
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Customized itinerary
Free cancellation
From
RM 1,512.19
Sapporo Car Rental with Driver: Biei, Furano, Noboribetsu, Lake Toya
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From
RM 1,245.35
RM 1,249.05
Hotels in Hokkaido
Tomamu the Tower by Hoshino Resorts
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RM 729.60
RM 731.92
Vessel Hotel Campana Susukino
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From
RM 302.27
SAPPORO STREAM HOTEL
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From
RM 434.88
OMO5 Otaru by Hoshino Resorts
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RM 384.02
Y's Hotel Asahikawa Ekimae
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RM 262.77
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Sapporo
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From
RM 551.18
SAPPORO HOTEL by GRANBELL
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From
RM 378.92
RM 402.19
Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention
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From
RM 310.85
La Vista Furano Hills Hot Springs
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From
RM 461.31
Shin Furano Prince Hotel
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From
RM 440.13
Hotel Emion Sapporo
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From
RM 372.16
JR Inn Hakodate
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From
RM 261.18
Hokkaido travel guide
Reviews of Hokkaido activities
Người dùng Klook
2026-06-01 06:04:25
The guide is very friendly and helpful, take care a lot. But the price to buy pictures taken by the resort is quite expensive. Klook should inform more clear about the bus to the resort; in the summer no shuttle bus from bus station to the resort, we have to catch a taxi quite expensive.
PuiLeung ****
2026-07-17 05:35:42
This is the best rafting I did. The water is clean, the view is nice. the staff are very professional and considerate. This company has excellent service. I recommend this for any family in summer in Hokkaido. I just did this in the morning. I loved it.
Zhi ********
2026-02-07 02:18:18
it was an amazing experience!!! everything was explained very well and things and the trip itself was very simple: we got picked up at the station, it was a wimple drive to the location, then we went straight into fishing!. the instructor also gave us heating packs, which was a lovely (and much needed) surprise! when I struggled to get fish, he helped be 1-to-1 and coached me, and I caught a few afterward
Klook User
2026-07-08 11:39:47
I used the JR Hokkaido Furano Pass during my summer trip, and it was definitely worth it. It made traveling between Furano, Biei, and Asahikawa easy without buying separate tickets. The trains were clean, comfortable, and always on time.
The scenery was the best part. Every ride offered beautiful views of flower fields, forests, rivers, and mountains, making the journey just as enjoyable as the destinations. The pass also gave me the freedom to explore without worrying about transportation costs.
The only downside is that train services in rural Hokkaido are limited, so careful planning is necessary. Some attractions are also a bit far from the stations and may require a bus, bicycle, or a longer walk.
Overall, the JR Hokkaido Furano Pass offers great value and is a convenient way to experience the beauty of central Hokkaido. I would happily use it again.
Chainna *****
2026-03-02 17:27:59
very sulit! very hassle free... reserving seats is easy ... the ticket holder is nice and very well thought.
LAI ********
2026-06-21 03:18:21
love the convenience with JR pass as it connects all the places of interest via Shinkansen. Juz that it’s getting more and more expensive… news reported it’ll increase price again this October so I better use it now 😂Klook has made purchase easy and convenient. I received the pass in less than 5days via DHL 👍🏻
클룩 회원
2026-02-01 12:07:15
It's only available for JR lines, but it was great for traveling to the airport, Sapporo, Otaru, and Noboribetsu. However, when I went, Sapporo Station was incredibly crowded, possibly due to heavy snow, and there were quite a few train delays..ㅠ
hsu *******
2026-02-18 03:51:31
This trip's itinerary is: Day 1: Narita Airport to Tokyo Station via Narita Express (N'EX), then transfer to the Shinkansen to Yamagata Station. Day 2: Yamagata → Shinjo → Oishida → Yamagata. Originally planned to take a boat tour on the Mogami River, but due to heavy snow, we turned back and went to Ginzan Onsen. Day 3: Took the cable car to Zao in the morning, then took the Shinkansen in the afternoon from Yamagata → Fukushima → Sendai → Tazawako. Day 4: Rode the Tazawako Lake Loop Bus, then took the train from Tazawako → Morioka → Shin-Aomori (Shin-Aomori → Aomori section of the JR line was suspended due to heavy snow, so we took a bus into the city). Day 5: Sightseeing in Aomori city. Shin-Aomori → Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto → Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto → Hakodate (JR Pass, Hakodate Liner is also usable!). Took the cable car up Mount Hakodate to see the night view. Day 6: Strolled around Hakodate city. Hakodate → Toya (Hokuto Limited Express) → Toya Ekimae → Lake Toya Onsen (bus). Enjoyed the Lake Toya Winter Festival Illumination and Musical Fireworks at night, it was incredibly beautiful.
CHING ********
2026-07-08 03:59:50
The "Free Hong Kong Mail" for the voucher was delivered by SF Express. I placed the order today (Monday) and received it the next day (Tuesday), which is extremely efficient.
The last time I visited Hokkaido via Sapporo Airport, I deliberately skipped Hakodate because taking the Hokkaido Shinkansen from Shin-Aomori Station to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station, then transferring to the JR Hakodate Main Line to Hakodate Station, only takes about 1.5 hours. This is much more convenient than the over 3.5-hour journey from Sapporo to Hakodate.
For a relaxed trip for middle-aged travelers, the route Sendai - Aomori - Hakodate - Hachinohe - Sendai, using a JR Pass to reserve seats for free at the designated seat ticket machines, allows you to enjoy leisurely times and various delicious foods. It's very cost-effective and worthwhile.
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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