Hokkaido's culture is layered — Ainu indigenous heritage, pioneering frontier spirit, and the story of Japan's opening to the world.
Lake Akan
Traditional dance and music
Heritage
Sapporo
2 million visitors
Festival
Otaru
10,000 candles
Festival
Abashiri
Icebreaker Aurora
Experience
Hakodate
1,600 trees, star fort
Nature/Culture