Hokkaido abounds in fascinating nature and beauty in every season. Furano and Biei are picturesque hilly districts with beautiful contrasts of colorful flower fields and grain fields. The Doto (eastern Hokkaido) area is well known for the natural beauty of its mountains and ocean, and is home to Shiretoko, a World Heritage site.

Mount Asahi of the Daisetsuzan Volcanic Group often makes the news as the earliest place in Japan where the leaves change color, usually during the end of August. In winter, the largest event in Hokkaido is the Sapporo Snow Festival. Here, you can see incredible statues carved out of the silvery white ice and snow. In Mombetsu, you can ride the Garinko II, an icebreaker sightseeing boat. Come experience the majesty of Hokkaido’s four seasons for yourself!