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PART 1.
A preview of Hokkaido

Ten Scenes from Hokkaido That Call to Us
Hokkaido in Numbers
Explore Hokkaido destinations that suit your tastes
A bird's-eye view of Hokkaido's vast expanse
Hokkaido travel at a glance
Basic information for traveling to Hokkaido
Hokkaido Festival Calendar
Hokkaido Weather and Clothing
History of Hokkaido

Recommended courses that embrace Hokkaido
Course 1: Hokkaido's Essentials! Sapporo + Otaru, 3 Nights, 4 Days
COURSE 2: Lavender Season, Summer in Hokkaido: Sapporo + Furano, 3 Nights, 4 Days
COURSE 3: A Cold but Romantic Winter in Hokkaido: Sapporo, Asahikawa, and Biei (3 Nights, 4 Days)
COURSE 4: A 3-Night, 4-Day Filial Piety Trip with Parents: Lake Toya and Hakodate
COURSE 5: A leisurely, 3-day, 2-night Sapporo + Noboribetsu itinerary
COURSE 6: A Course for Long-Distance Driving Experts: Abashiri, Shiretoko, Akan, and Kushiro, 4 Nights, 5 Days
COURSE 7: How far have you been? 3 nights and 4 days: Wakkanai, Japan's northernmost island, Rebun Island, and Rishiri Island.

PART 2.
The most amazing Hokkaido theme tour

Hokkaido's spectacular scenery by season
A spot with a beautiful night view
9 Instagrammable Spots
Hokkaido, the setting of the work
A warm hot spring trip
Hokkaido walking tour
Sapporo Running Course
Top 7 Driving Courses
Time to go meet the animals
Hokkaido Experience Tour
A space to understand Hokkaido's history
Hokkaido Food Map
Sushi
Kaisendon
Soup curry
Genghis Khan
crab dishes
Hokkaido's four major ramen
Hokkaido beer
A street of food stalls with a great atmosphere
A cafe with a nice atmosphere
Dessert Competition
Convenience store food
Special Souvenir Shopping List
Convenience store and drugstore shopping
A space to discover local ingredients

PART 3.
Time to experience the real Hokkaido

Sapporo
How to get to Sapporo from the airport
Sapporo city transportation
Recommended spots in Sapporo
Sapporo recommended course
AREA 1 Sapporo Station
AREA 2 Susukino
AREA 3 Maruyama Park
AREA 4: Around the city

Otaru
How to get to Otaru/City Transportation
Otaru recommended course

Asahikawa, Furano, and Biei
How to get to Asahikawa, Furano, and Biei
Furano + Biei Recommended Course
AREA 1Asahikawa
AREA 2 Furano
AREA 3 BA

Hakodate
How to get to Hakodate
Hakodate City Transportation
Recommended Hakodate Courses

Kushiro and Akan
How to get to Kushiro and Akan/City Transportation
Recommended courses in Kushiro and Akan

Real Guide
Fierce Rivalry! Two Giants in Each Field
A day that starts with fragrant morning coffee and warm bread, cafe breakfast.
Yatai (food stall) recommended menu
Since it's a trip until the airport, enjoy New Chitose Airport to the fullest.
Hot spring destinations worth visiting in Sapporo
Niseko, a place born with the destiny of a ski town
The village in the movie "Love Letter"
Otaru suburban travel

PART 4.
The most amazing way to explore the outskirts of Hokkaido

Abashiri
How to get there/Recommended courses/City transportation

Obihiro
How to get there/Recommended courses/City transportation

Wakkanai
How to get there/Recommended courses/City transportation

REAL PLUS 1 Shiretoko
REAL PLUS 2 Rishiri
REAL PLUS 3 Rebun

PART 5.
Practical travel preparation

Step by step preparation for the trip
How to get around Hokkaido?
Hokkaido Rental Cars, A to Z
Where would be a good place to stay?
How to use hot spring hotels and ryokans

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From east to west, south to north, from end to end, you can travel n times without any problems!

Let's first take a look at Hokkaido's must-see destinations, including Sapporo, the starting point and largest city of Hokkaido travel, Otaru, a romantic travel destination with beautiful canals, Furano, where colorful flowers and fresh greenery welcome you in summer, Biei, where even a single tree standing quietly creates a picture, and Hakodate, a sophisticated city boasting one of Japan's three best night views.
The diverse landscapes of Kushiro and Akan, where you can see Japan's largest wetlands and caldera lakes, Abashiri where you can see the drift ice of the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, Wakkanai, the northernmost point of Japan with a view of Russia, and Rishiri, the model for the "Shiroi Koibito" cookie, provide new excitement no matter how many times you visit.
From the center to the outskirts, without exception, as it is a large area, we have carefully selected and packed everything so that you can travel with a light body and a strong mind.

A variety of themed trips surrounding nature, culture, and even historical keywords!

There is probably no other place with as many travel themes as Hokkaido.
"Nature," which gives a different impression wherever you go, is the main keyword of a trip to Hokkaido that cannot be overemphasized. It is also well known as the background for numerous movies, dramas, and novels, including the emotional film "Love Letter" that is most loved by Koreans, so a trip to that background is not to be missed.
You can also find travel experiences that suit you, such as photo-worthy destinations, seasonal trips, warm hot spring trips, and refreshing drives on long, winding roads.
Furthermore, as it is a region that has been incorporated into Japan for less than 200 years, Hokkaido's unique history, culture, and indigenous knowledge are incorporated throughout the area, allowing visitors to understand and explore them.


The taste of nature dancing on your tongue, even three or five meals a day!

Hokkaido dairy products are so famous for their deliciousness that you can often find the phrase "Hokkaido milk" anywhere in Japan. Everyone who knows about it already knows the unforgettable memory of the intense "taste" that comes from simply baking potatoes.
In the sea area formed by the intersection of six cold and warm currents, fresh seafood fills the nets, and agricultural products rich in flavor and aroma grow in the vast land.
From the must-try Genghis Khan in Hokkaido, the land of blessings, to crab dishes, sushi, seafood rice bowls, soup curry, miso ramen, and even nationally renowned desserts, we take a closer look at each dish's story, how to order it, how to enjoy it deliciously, and the unique features of each branch.
One more thing! We've gathered together a selection of Hokkaido's local sake, known for its delicious water and exceptional flavor. This is great news for anyone who finds a delicious meal without a drink.

A shopping guide that helps you find the fun in filling your carrier.

Hokkaido, which is considered the leading dairy region in Japan, has developed a variety of dairy products and desserts using them.
Dessert shops like LeTAO, Kitakaro, and Rokkatei, which are sold throughout Japan, are overflowing with gift items, and one of the most popular items in duty-free shops across Japan is the "Shiroi Koibito" cookie, which is also a Hokkaido specialty.
Just looking at the food alone, you'll be overwhelmed with things to pack, and the list of must-buy souvenirs, drugstore items, and even items to buy at the New Chitose Airport duty-free shop is neatly organized by region, helping you enjoy shopping that rivals that of other big cities.

A trip to Hokkaido requires more preparation, so travel lightly and worry-free!

Hokkaido is a large island, so travel times are long and transportation costs are high.
Depending on the number of days you travel, where you travel, how leisurely you travel, and the means of transportation and route you use, you can enjoy a variety of trips.
"Real Hokkaido" takes readers through a step-by-step exploration of Hokkaido, starting with exploring their preferences, and helps them plan their trip according to their heart's desire.
Considering the number of days you'll be traveling and the appropriate transportation, we offer seven recommended courses that will allow you to travel the optimal route. We also provide a guide to choosing accommodations, everything you need to know about renting a car, and even tips for driving on snowy roads. This guide is packed with helpful information for travelers, ensuring a more efficient trip.
In particular, if you enter the 'Real Hokkaido Travel Information Sharing Room' through the QR code in the book, you can share your travel experiences with the authors of this book and even engage in Q&A directly, so there is no other 'reader-friendly guidebook' more than this.