Glasswort, the Bright Red Plant Covering Lake Saroma in Hokkaido This video, titled " JG 4K Hokkaido｜Glasswort Around Lake Saroma｜Hokkaido Sea Asparagus" (JG 4K 北海道 サロマ湖周辺のアッケシソウ(サンゴソウ) Hokkaido Sea Asparagus), was uploaded by " JAPAN GEOGRAPHIC." Hokkaido is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan, attracting many foreign tourists every year thanks to its natural beauty. "In this 4K video, you can see the rare carpet of sea asparagus at Lake Saroma in Hokkaido, which is known as "Japan's best red carpet." Glasswort is a saltwater plant that grows in salt marshes that are subject to the ebb and flow of the tides. It is a salt-tolerant, edible plant that grows into a cylindrical shape 10 to 35 cm tall. As glasswort, an annual plant, grows, its flesh stores a large amount of salt, giving it a firm texture and salty taste. The leaves and stems are edible, and it is called sea asparagus because of its resemblance to asparagus, and is used in cooking in parts of Europe. Lake Saroma is the largest brackish lake in Japan and faces the sea, making it ideal the ideal environment for sea asparagus to grow. The Sea Asparagus at Lake Saroma in Hokkaido Photo：Sea asparagus Salicornia Europaea, this variety of sea asparagus, has been registered as an endangered species. Lake Noto in Abashiri, Hokkaido, is home to one of the largest colonies of sea asparagus in Japan, which is artificially cultivated with a tractor to suppress the growth of other halophytes (salt-tolerant plants). Lake Saroma, shown in the video, is one of the few areas where sea asparagus is cultivated. In Japanese the plant is often called "Sango-so" (サンゴ草: lit. "Coral grass") because its tips are red and resemble coral. You can see a close-up shot of the coral-like glasswort at 3:13 in the video. Tasting the Sea Asparagus Grown in Hokkaido's Lake Saroma Photo：Sea asparagus Sea asparagus is a plant that tastes salty when eaten raw, so it is commonly boiled and eaten as is. It is also delicious when added to pasta, stews, and other boiled dishes. In recent years, it has been distributed in supermarkets across Japan, so be sure to try it if you have the chance. It is rich in minerals and amino acids such as magnesium, which Japanese people tend to deficient in, and the extract of sea asparagus is so nutritious that it is used as an ingredient in many supplements. Summary of Sea Asparagus at Lake Saroma in Hokkaido Source :YouTube screenshot Lake Saroma in Hokkaido is part of the Abashiri Quasi-National Park, and is famous as an area that cranes fly over every year in early September when the autumn leaves begin to change color. You can see one of these cranes at 3:17 in the video. Sango-so Matsuri (能取湖さんご草祭り) a sea asparagus festival at Lake Saroma is held from early to mid-September, and a sightseeing bus called "Dollymint Okhotsk-go" (ドリーミントオホーツク号) operates there. As it is not a place with convenient access, many tourists visit by rental car, so be sure to research details on parking and other events in the area. 【TripAdvisor】Lake Saroma https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1120894-d1384194-Reviews-Lake_Saroma-Saroma_cho_Tokoro_gun_Hokkaido.html

Sunflower Sapporo: Video Introduction This video, titled "Japan's Overnight Capsule Ferry 24 Hour Travel from Tokyo to Hokkaido｜Mitsui MOL Ferry Co.｜Sunflower｜Boat Journey｜Oarai to Tomakomai" (Japan's Overnight Capsule Ferry｜24 Hour Travel from Tokyo to Hokkaido 商船三井フェリー さんふらわあ 船旅 大洗→苫小牧), was uploaded by "Travel Alone Idea." On the very same commercial route, MOL Ferry's Sunflower Sapporo has attracted attention for its success in unmanned operation. This article/video will guide you through the ferry trip as if you were on a tour. If you're looking for different ways to travel in Japan knowing what each type of transportation offers is important. The video will also take a look at the accommodations and restaurants on board, so be sure to check it out. Sunflower Sapporo – A Ferry for Travelers Photo：Tomakomai Ferry Terminal, Tomakomai, Hokkaido The Sunflower Sapporo ferry runs between Oarai Port in Ibaraki Prefecture and Tomakomai Port in Hokkaido. Fares vary from 9,800 yen to 63,200 yen depending on the accommodation type you choose. Fares also vary by season. If you're planning on bringing a car with you on the ferry, you'll need to check those rates as well. The Sunflower Furano is a ferry of the same type as the Sunflower Sapporo, and both ferries operate at night. Guest Rooms on the Sunflower Sapporo Source :YouTube screenshot The Sunflower Sapporo offers several types of accommodations. The large "Tourist" accommodations with only a curtain partition are recommended for seasoned travelers and those who wish to enjoy a cruise that doesn't break the bank. The "Comfort Type" accommodations shown in the video are casual rooms that are set up as private rooms and offer more privacy. Each room is equipped with a TV so you can relax during your trip. [Video] 3:18 - Comfort Type Guest Room Other accommodations include the "premium" type, which features deluxe rooms with private balconies, as well as the "suite" type, and even Japanese-style accommodations. Breakfast and Services on the Sunflower Sapporo Source :YouTube screenshot The Sunflower Sapporo has a buffet-style restaurant where passengers can enjoy a meal with a lovely view of the sea, for an additional fee. The ship also has a store where you can buy souvenirs, a large public bath, a sauna, coin-operated laundry machines, a game center, and other services to help you enjoy your trip. Free Wi-Fi is also available on board, although the connection might be a bit slow for video streaming. [Video] 5:40 - Restaurants Onboard the Ferry Sunflower Sapporo's Pet Policy Pets are allowed on the Sunflower Sapporo. Pet rooms are available for pets, and the ferry also offers rooms for those who wish to stay with their pets during their voyage. Both require advance reservations and filling out a confirmation form, so please keep this in mind when making reservations. There is also a free dog run so your pet can enjoy the cruise as well. It's quite accommodating for those looking to travel with their pets! Tokyo-Sapporo Pacific Story: An Affordable Way to Explore Japan Pacific Story is a connecting ticket that offers special discount rates for express buses and ferries from Tokyo Station to Sapporo Station. It eliminates the hassle of purchasing a ticket when transferring between buses and ferries, allowing you to enjoy a hassle-free journey. You can also arrange your trip so that you can stay overnight in Mito or Oarai, or in Tomakomai or Sapporo. To use Pacific Story, reservations must be made at the Passenger Booking Centers. Summary of the Sunflower Sapporo Photo：Sunset from a ferry The Sunflower Sapporo and Sunflower Furano are overnight ferries and are favorites among boat travelers. The best part of traveling by boat is that you can spend time relaxing and enjoying the view of the sea, something you cannot experience when traveling by plane or train. Consider trying this means of transportation as a way to enjoy the sea as you travel between Tokyo and Sapporo! 【Official Website】Mitsui O.S.K. Ferry Co.｜If You're Traveling by Sea, MOL Ferry https://www.sunflower.co.jp/en/

Biei and Furano, Hokkaido The video this time is a 4K video introducing the beautiful scenery of Biei and Furano in Hokkaido. Biei and Furano are one of the most popular tourist spots in Japan. Let’s take a look at the colorful flower fields in Biei and Furano! This article will talk about tourist information in the Hokkaido area. Please enjoy the video showcasing the natural scenery and colorful flower fields of Hokkaido! The Flower Field of Farm Tomita in Furano, Hokkaido Photo：Farm Tomita flower field “Farm Tomita” is one of the most popular flower fields in Japan with more than 100 years of history. At the farm, the beautiful rainbow colored flower fields with lavenders, poppies, soaproots, Sweet William Catchflys, and Californian poppys awaits you. The field will make you think that you've actually come to rainbow. Be sure to check it out in the first half of the video! Enjoy the Natural Scenery of Biei and Furano in Hokkaido We recommend visiting Saika no Sato if you're visiting Furano. In addition to the magnificent 15 acre lavender field, there are also colorful flower fields of lupine and sunflowers around the area, which offer impressive scenery. You can also pet some animals at the alpaca farm. Sightseeing in Biei and Furano in Hokkaido Photo：Shirogane Blue Pond After visiting the flower fields, make your way to the top of Furano Nishidake. Using the Furano gondola will take you to the top of the 4,400 ft. tall mountain. From here, you can enjoy a full 360° view of Furano and the natural scenery of the area. Shirogane Blue Pond is a spiritual spot in Biei. Shirogane Blue Pond was actually made by accident as a by-product of attempts to control mudslides. Aluminium that seeped into the water scatters the sunlight causing the pond to appear blue. As you can see in the video, the natural scenery surrounding Furano and Biei, with the glorious rivers and mountain paths, make it a popular location for nature loving travelers. Gourmet Food in Biei and Furano, Hokkaido Photo：Melon Souvenirs we recommend from Furano include Furano Melon (Honey dew), Furano curry, and ice cream that can be purchased from Furano Marche. Summary of Biei, Furano in Hokkaido One of the reasons Furano is such a popular tourist destination is because it's the perfect place to visit during summer when you're trying to avoid the extremely hot weather. Because Hokkaido is such a large island, we recommend planning ahead and using the available transportation wisely. Be sure to check out locations such as the flower fields and Shirogane Blue Pond introduced in the video. These spots are also great for taking Instagram photos! You won't forget the beautiful views and breathtaking natural scenery of Furano! 【Tripadvisor】Furano https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g674811-Furano_Hokkaido-Vacations.html

Kutchan, Hokkaido's "Zaborin" The video this time is a promotional video for the Hotel/Hot Springs ryokan "Zaborin," created by "Teiku Hiko HIGH RESOLUTION TOUR" (北海道 倶知安町 坐忘林 | Hokkaido Kutchan ZABORIN). In this article, we'll introduce you to the 100% pure hot springs in the great outdoors of Hokkaido, and the attracting "Zaborin" where you can spend a most relaxing and quiet time. "Zaborin" has many good reviews on different websites, such as hotel/ryokan websites and price comparison sites. In the video, it briefly explains the facilities of the ryokan as well as the rooms and hot springs. Enjoy the quaint space of the hot springs in Kutchan, a popular tourist spot with bountiful nature. The Zaborin Hot Springs in Kutchan, Hokkaido Source :YouTube screenshot Zaborin is a luxury ryokan located in the popular tourist spot, Kutchan, Hokkaido. It takes about 2 hours by car from New Chitose Airport. It was designed by a British couple who loved Japan and were fascinated by the nature of Niseko. It is a must-see ryokan if you're interested in Japanese modernity. Enjoy the view of Mt. Yoteizan, the outstanding nature of Hokkaido, and its native Japanese white birch trees. All 15 rooms contain a private 100% pure hot spring, with both inside and open-air baths. Please refer to the video at 0:35. This pure hot spring gushes out into the property of Zaborin. The hot springs contains sodium, hydrogen carbonate, and chloride which helps to maintain beautiful skin and health. Other ailments these hot springs treat are neuralgia, soreness, joint pain, stiff shoulders, motor paralysis, stiff joints, bruises, sprains, fatigue, chronic digestive diseases, hemorrhoids, cold sensitivity, cuts, burns, chronic skin disease, and more. Please note that Zaborin does not have a large community bath. Amenities are provided in the room, so there's no need to bring your own. Wouldn't you like to wake up early in the morning, take a fresh bath in the hot springs, and see the sun rise from Mt. Muine? Rooms at Kutchan, Hokkaido's Zaborin Source :Zaborin Official Website Hotel Zaborin offers western-style rooms, Japanese-style rooms, and suite rooms as well. All of the rooms are very spacious as well, and come with a living room attached to them. During the winter, time seems to freeze, as the outside world is covered with snow. You can try some winter sports at "Niseko Mountain Resort Grand HIRAFU," "Niseko HANAZONO Resort," "White Isle Niseko," and "Asahigaoka Ski Resort. Or you could stay in your room all day and enjoy the view in the hot springs. We're not here to judge you... Gourmet Dining at Zaborin Source : Zaborin Official Website Try a Japanese traditional course-meal with plenty of Hokkaido seasonal grace at Zaborin. You can also try the different kinds of fresh local food at the restaurant inside the ryokan. You can also enjoy duck and deer game dishes depending on the season. In the morning, they serve creative cuisine using fresh Hokkaidan ingredients. They have a counter bar where you can enjoy the view of Mt. Yoteizan while warming up with some spirits as well. Tourist Spots Around Zaborin Photo：Shirogane Blue Pond There are several tourist spots near Zaborin Kutchan, Hokkaido. Other tourist spots you can try when you visit Zaborin are, - The private garden "Mishima’s Shibazakura Garden" with Mt. Yoteizan in the backdrop - "Hangetsuko Nature Park," a quiet lake at the base of Mt. Yoteizan - "Kagaminuma," where you can enjoy trekking - "The Shu Ogawara Museum of art " containing art from the local artist Shu Ogawara - "Kuchan Hudokan" which displays unique exhibits - "NOASC" where you can experience rafting Summary of Kutchan, Hokkaido's Zaborin Source :YouTube screenshot As you can see in the video, Zaborin offers a relaxing atmosphere with luxurious private hot springs. At Zaborin, there are Irori fireplaces, "Cha no Za," where you can have tea, a library, a smoking area, a massage room, foot bath, a boutique store where they sell popular butter cases, and lockers for skiing and golfing. If you're thinking about going to Japan to enjoy its hidden gems and secret getaways in its beautiful outdoors, don't overlook Zaborin. Be sure to watch the video and see just how fascinating it is. Be sure to check the official homepage and travel websites for tour pricing, plans, and rooms. Prices often vary by season. ◆Zaborin◆ 【Address】76-4 Hanazono, Kutchan, Abuta district, Hokkaido 044-0084 【Access】2 hours by car from Shin Chitose Airport 【Parking】Available 【Telephone No】0136-23-0003 【Official Website】Ryokan Zaborin | Hokkaido https://zaborin.com/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Zaborin https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g1025639-d7745400-Reviews-Zaborin-Kutchan_cho_Abuta_gun_Hokkaido.html

Tourist Information for the Winter Months in Tsubetsu, Hokkaido The tourism promotional video produced by the Tsubetsu's tourism board, "Welcome to Winter in Tsubetsu!"（いらっしゃい津別！冬（津別町観光ＰＲビデオ)), captures the beauty of the wild winter wonderland at its best. Tsubetsu is adjacent to Akan Mashu National Park located in the east inland of Hokkaido prefecture. Tsubetsu Outlook is a popular viewpoint overlooking Kussharo Lake during the summer months, but the road leading to the outlook is closed in winter. However, there are some unique attractions in Tsubetsu during the winter. Displayed in the video is a fantastic snow-covered world of minus 20 degree weather with frost-covered trees and wild animals - The harsh beauty of the Wild North. How to Enjoy Tsubetsu's Magnificent Winter Wonderland Source :YouTube screenshot Tsubetsu is an hour drive from Memanbetsu Airport in Abashiri, and the city has no local train. About 80% of its total municipal area is covered by forest, surrounding tourists with the vast landscape as soon as they arrive. You may be wondering if there's anything to see there other than the silvery white plains during the bitter winter, but that same landscape is what makes the visit so worth your time! The trees in the forest are covered with ice, and when the weather is nice they sparkle, creating a fantastic scene of glittering lights. Popular winter activities in Tsubetsu include ice skating at the Tsubetsu Elementary School grounds or smelt fishing at Chimikeppu Lake. You can see smelt fishing at 1:30 in the video. Catching and cooking your very own smelt is a great way to enjoy the cold weather. The subtitle that appears at 1:42 says how "The mountain has become an amusement park," and that's exactly what we see! This amusement park offers a wide range of enjoyable experiences, such as eating fresh snow with condensed milk poured on it. Dining in Tsubetsu Source :YouTube screenshot After spending some time in the magnificent snowscape, viewers are taken to Michi no Eki Aioi (Roadside Station Aioi) that sells healthy snacks using local vegetables. This can be seen at 2:02 in the video. We recommend Kumayaki; it's a snack you can't find anywhere else. Kumayaki is a type of Japanese confection with bear-shaped patties (Kuma means bear in Japanese) and a sweet red bean filling using local flour and locally grown adzuki beans. There are four types of bear-shaped dorayaki (similar to Kumayaki) made of Hokkaido wheat and azuki beans, which are popular in Japan. Local gourmet delicacies such as Tsubetsu Wagyu steak, a brand of beef from Tsubetsu, Hokkaido, which is said to be a rare Japanese wagyu beef, and extra-large kakiage soba noodles made with local vegetables are also worth trying. And there is of course the renowned local dish of Hokkaido, Genghis Khan (a Japanese BBQ mutton dish), which is served at some restaurants in Tsubetsu. Tourist Information for Tsubetsu Source :YouTube screenshot Lamp no Yado Mori Tsubetsu Hotel is a hotel that features an outdoor hot spring bath where you can enjoy a beautiful view of the snow. In summer, tourists come from all over Japan to tour the spectacular sea of clouds from Tsubetsu Pass to Lake Kussharo. "Non-no no Mori Nature Center" is a rare park in Japan that has been scientifically recognized as a "forest therapy base" for its healing properties. The forest therapy guided tour or a walk on the hiking trail through the snow-covered forest will help you get reacquainted with nature. Summary of Tsubetsu, Hokkaido The natural beauty of Tsubetsu instills wanderlust in those who see it. You get a sense that even in this harsh winter wonderland you can enjoy a fantastic experience in the great outdoors. The harshness is exactly what makes it so beautiful. Many festivals and events are lined up in Tsubetsu all throughout the year, such as the ceremony to open the Tsubetsu pass, the "Primrose Festival," "Tsubetsu Summer Festival," the "Tsubetsu Tanabata Festival" in July, the "Bon Dance Festival" in mid-August, and the "Tsubetsu Local Festival." We recommended visiting Tsubetsu to see the events. The detailed information of events and festivals is published on the city's official website. The specialties of Tsubetsu include the traditional wooden crafts and Japanese black beef "Ryu-sui Gyu," which make great souvenirs. I bet this video already has you packing your bags, doesn't it? 【Official Website】Tsubetsu Tourism Association http://www.tsubetsu.net/english/index.html

Hokkaido's Asahiyama Zoo The video "JG 4K Asahiyama Zoo, Hokkaido" (JG 4K 北海道 旭山動物園 Asahiyama Zoo, Hokkaido), introduces Asahiyama Zoo, a popular tourist spot in Hokkaido. Asahiyama Zoo is 15 hectares. It's the size of about 3 Tokyo Domes. There are over 650 animals (100 species) bred in the park. The 20-minute video contains plenty of cute animals, so be sure to check it out! About Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo Photo：Asahiyama Zoo Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo, known as the northernmost zoo in Japan, is a historical zoo that opened in 1951. The special feature of Asahiyama Zoo is the "Behavior Exhibit" where you can see the behavior and life of the animals. The facility is designed to allow visitors to get up close and personal with animals that move around freely. To achieve this goal, penguins roam the park freely, and they hold an event to display meal time called "Munching Time." Another characteristic of Asahiyama Zoo's exhibition is the "mixed exhibition" in which different animals are raised in the same place. The Asahiyama Zoo was in danger of closing in 1994 (Heisei 6), but by incorporating these exhibits, the Asahiyama Zoo has recovered brilliantly. During its big boom, it became the nation's top zoo, attracting 3 million visitors annually. Currently, you can see behavior exhibits at zoos around the country. The Animals of Asahiyama Zoo Photo：Asahiyama Zoo From 0:25 in the video, you can see the popular penguins, and from 2:04, you can see the awesome appearance of the polar bears at the Polar Bear Hall. In the video, you can see the tiger at the "Fierce Animal House" (もうじゅう館) (15:29-), a snow leopard (15:38), an Ussuri brown bear (15:48), elephants, seals (9:41), red pandas (18:08), snowy owls (18:46), cranes (19:10), and eagles (19:27). The park is quite large, and visitors can enjoy a variety of facilities, such as the 360-degree underwater tunnel, a hippopotamus building, a wolf forest, flamingo house, monkey house, giraffe house, a suspension bridge, and a marine way. Although not shown in the video, you can see reindeer, hippos, giraffes, chimpanzees, ostriches, Japanese macaques, foxes, raccoons, capybaras and other animals as well. One of the attractions of the Asahiyama Zoo is its various events that are held throughout the year. During the Obon season, they extend their hours of operation to allow you to observe nocturnal animals in a different way than you do during the day. There is also a restaurant where you can enjoy lunch and a souvenir shop where you can purchase limited edition animal merchandise. Take your time and enjoy the sights along the tour. Summary of Hokkaido's Asahiyama Zoo Photo：A King Penguin Hokkaido has a variety of sightseeing spots, including Sapporo City, Furano, and Hakodate, so be sure to visit Asahiyama Zoo if you're headed that way. There are a number of sightseeing tours offered, but since your time at the zoo is limited to 2-3 hours, it may not be enough to enjoy all that the zoo has to offer. In winter, business hours are shorter, so please check the weather and other information before visiting. There are restaurants and hotels in the surrounding area, so it's a good idea to stay in Asahikawa and enjoy the sights and sounds of the city. As of March 31, 2018, the Asahiyama Zoo Live Camera was discontinued, so please take the time to enjoy the animals' ecology through this video. ◆Asahiyama Zoo◆ 【Address】 Kuranuma, Higashi Asahikawa Town, Asahikawa City, Hokkaido 【Director】Gen Bando 【Access】About 40 minutes by bus from Asahikawa Station (2 hours from Sapporo). There is also the "Asahiyama Zoo Train" that runs between Sapporo and Asahikawa. 【Hours】Summer 9: 30-17: 15, Winter 10: 30-15: 30 【Admission Fee】Free for junior high school students and younger, 820 yen for high school students and older (special discount coupon available for senior citizens) 【Parking】Available (free) 【Phone number】0166-36-1104 【Official Website】Home | Asahikawa City Asahiyama Zoo https://honyaku.j-server.com/LUCAKC/ns/tl.cgi/https://www.city.asahikawa.hokkaido.jp/asahiyamazoo/index.html?SLANG=ja&TLANG=en&XMODE=0&XCHARSET=utf-8&XJSID=0 【Tripadvisor】 Asahiyama Zoo https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g319103-d780529-Reviews-Asahiyama_Zoo-Asahikawa_Hokkaido.html

The Basketball Robot, CUE4, in Action! This video, titled "CUE4, a Basketball Robot Powered by Cutting Edge AI Technology, Takes on the World's First 3-Point Contest! B.LEAGUE ALL-STAR 2020 IN HOKKAIDO" (最先端の AI テクノロジーを結集したバスケットボールロボットCUE4が世界初3ポイントコンテストに挑戦！ B.LEAGUE ALL-STAR 2020 IN HOKKAIDO), released by "B.LEAGUE," introduces the latest basketball robot. The first thing you see when you play the video is the amazing sight of an AI basketball robot making a spectacular shot. Let's take a look at this basketball robot, which moves with the dexterity of a professional basketball player! The Basketball Robot, "CUE4" Source :YouTube screenshot CUE4, the basketball robot sinking shots left and right, was created by a group of Toyota volunteers, and is an AI technology robot filled with the wisdom of its development team. CUE4 is the fourth robot in the CUE series, and joined Alvark Tokyo, a professional basketball team in the B1 professional basketball league, in 2018 as a professional basketball player. CUE4 made a whopping 12 successful shots in the few minutes shown in the video. What Kind of Activities Is CUE4 Used For Source :YouTube screenshot This video shows footage from the B-League All-Star game held at the Hokkaido Prefectural Sports Center. CUE4, a basketball robot wearing a team uniform, makes a spectacular shot at the half-time show, as shown in the video. It uses an avant-garde system in which sensors determine the location of the hoop and artificial intelligence takes a series of shots. In the video, the robot grabs the balls lined up next to it and makes free throws with impressive form. You can also see it smoothly glide across the court at 0:39 in the video, exciting the fans! His fluid movements are like those of a real professional basketball player! CUE4, the first robot to play professional basketball, made headlines when he was loaned to the Levanga Hokkaido in 2020. CUE4's uniform number is "94". CUE4 Certified in the Guinness Book of World Records! Photo：Guinness CUE4 was registered in the Guinness Book of World Records under the category "most consecutive free throws made by a humanoid robot." The previous record was held by his predecessor, CUE3. In the future, the team aims to improve the power, speed and accuracy of CUE4 so that it may take on the 3-point contest. Summary of the Basketball Robot, CUE 4 Source :YouTube screenshot CUE4, featured in the video, is a professional basketball robot developed by a team at Toyota. The video, which is only about 2 minutes long, has been played over 1 million times in the months since its release. Check out the amazing skills of CUE4 as he sinks shots left and right! 【Official website】B.LEAGUE https://translation2.j-server.com/LUCBLEAGUE/ns/tl.cgi/https://www.bleague.jp/?SLANG=ja&TLANG=en&XMODE=0&XJSID=0

This video, titled "2018-2019 SAPPORO TEINE PV," was released by "TEINE CHANNEL ～サッポロテイネ公式～." The Sapporo Teine Highland Ski Center is a ski center located on Mt. Teine in Teine, Sapporo City, and is easily accessible just 7 minutes from the interchange. Hokkaido's ski resorts have good snow quality and attract many skiers from Japan and abroad, and the Sapporo Teine Highland Ski Center is no exception. With excellent powder and abundant snowfall, both beginners and advanced skiers can enjoy skiing and snowboarding to the fullest at the Sapporo Teine Highland Ski Center. Have a great time skiing from Mt. Teine, where you can enjoy the magnificent views of Ishikari Bay and Mt. Shokanbetsu!

A world just like the one in the movie “Frozen”! Introducing the “Snow Crystal Museum” in Hokkaido! Before we begin, please watch the video [A snow princess, “Asahikawa museum reminding of the movie Frozen（雪のプリンセス 旭川の美術館「アナ雪に似てる」と人気に）” ] uploaded by “Mainichi Newspaper” posted above. Feel the atmosphere just like in “Frozen.” The atmosphere covers the entire museum. The movie “Frozen” is a popular Disney movie was released in 2013. And the fantastical museum in Hokkaido has recently attracted a lot of attention, mainly on SNS, as it is just like in the movie “Frozen.” What kind of tourist spot is the Snow Crystal Museum? Source :YouTube screenshot The Snow Crystal Museum in Asahikawa, Hokkaido was built in 1991, with the image of snow crystals in mind. The spiral staircase at 0:26 in the video has garnered a lot of attentions on social media platforms. People began making comments on review websites saying that the view in the museum reminded them of the castle in the movie “Frozen.” Since then, the annual number of visitors suddenly jumped to 80,000! A princess experience at the “Snow Crystal Museum”. Source :YouTube screenshot You can rent the gorgeous dresses and transform yourself into a princess at the Snow Crystal Museum in Hokkaido.It feels even more surreal when you take a picture at the castle entrance reminiscent of medieval Europe, or in the frozen corridors. If you're interested in the princess experience, please check out 0:52 in the video to see what it's like. Besides the photogenic, sparkling stained glass sector, there's also a theater, a resource center, a cafe, restaurants and a gift store are available. The “Snow Crystal Museum” is also a perfect place for a wedding! This museum is also suitable for a wedding, wedding photo venue, or various other events. Thanks to Hoshino resort and other hotels in the area, it makes for a very convenient location for visitors. An overview of Hokkaido's “Snow Crystal Museum”. Source :YouTube screenshot As shown in the video, the Snow Crystal Museum in Hokkaido is a popular Instagram spot as well. The facility has many features that a strikingly similar to the castle in “Frozen.” Asahikawa Zoo is another popular tourist spot in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, so try and stop by the Snow Crystal Museum after your visit to the zoo (or vice versa). If you like the movie “Frozen,” or you were fascinated by the video, please visit the Snow Crystal Museum in Hokkaido! ◆Snow Crystal Museum◆ 【Address】 3-1-1 Minamigaoka, Asahikawa, Hokkaido 【Operating Hours】9am - 5pm 【Entrance fee】Adult 800 yen, High school and University students 600 yen, Elementary, Middle school students 500 yen, over 65 400 yen 【Access】15 minutes by bus from JR Asahikawa Station, 10 minutes by car from Hokkaido Express way Asahikawa Takasu Interchange. 【Parking】 Available (Free) 【Telephone No】0166-736-7017 【Tripadvisor】Snow Crystal Museum https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g319103-d1424077-Reviews-Snow_Crystal_Museum-Asahikawa_Hokkaido.html

This video, titled "An Eternal Longing ☆ The Princess Experience Is Really Popular!" (永遠の憧れ☆プリンセス お姫様体験が大人気), was released by "KyodoNews." This video is a news video released by Kyodo News that gives shows you princess experiences in Japan. The Disney Store, which sells Disney princess costumes, is the driving force behind the experience of becoming a princess, every girl's dream. The Snow Crystal Museum in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, is a popular place where you can feel like a princess, as it looks just like the castle from Disney's "Frozen." Lockhart Castle in Takayama Village, Gunma Prefecture, is a popular destination for couples and women, with more than 250 costumes available in the exotic mountain castle. These princess experiences have also increased tourism. It's been observed that Disney characters have become more popular due to their increased diversity.

Video about introducing Hakodate morning market in Hokkaido 「The "Hakodate Seafood Market-Japanese Gastronomy（函館海鮮市場 - 日本美食）" produced by "Aden 小吃" is a video that introduces the Hakodate Morning Market, a popular tourist spot in Hakodate. There are various famous stores such as fresh seafood, local specialties, and restaurants where you can eat delicious rice. And, it is one of the top sightseeing spots in Hokkaido, which is irresistible for gourmet lovers. You can buy souvenirs such as fresh products and processed products, and enjoy delicious gourmet foods and lunches at this fish market / large market. This article introduces the charm of Hakodate’s Morning Market in Hokkaido, which is visited by many customers early in the morning. What is Hakodate’s morning market? Photo：Hakodate・Cuddlefish angling What is Hakodate Morning Market in Hokkaido? Hakodate Morning Market, located in Hakodate, Hokkaido. It is a popular morning market dotted with shops selling fresh seafood and various restaurants. In the video, you can see crabs, squid from the beginning, tuna from 5:22, and popular seafood such as scallops from 11:42. We sell not only seafood but also fruits and vegetables such as melons, delicacies such as salted squid, dried foods and processed foods. Hakodate’s Morning Market in Hokkaido is also popular as a gourmet spot, and we recommend "Hakodate Morning Market Donburi Yokocho Market" where you can enjoy popular ramen such as "Kamome", various seafood bowls, and the popular "Sakaeya" restaurant. Other popular items include “live squid sashimi”, “geso roasted ice cream”, “local fruit juice” and “salmon toba”. We also recommend squid fishing at the famous fish cage, which you can see at 2:43 in the video. The squid caught in the "Live squid fishing pond" will be cleaned on the spot and made into sashimi so you can enjoy very fresh squid. We recommend watching the video closely as they show the cleaning process very clearly. The History of Hakodate’s Morning Market in Hokkaido Photo： Hakodate Morning Market After the war, vegetables were sold in a small section of the square out front of Hakodate station. After that, it was relocated 3 times and became the current location. Many stores were damaged by the tsunami caused by the Great East Japan Earthquake, but they immediately resumed operations with the help of volunteers. In 2013, the Oshima Sosai Agricultural Cooperative Dome was demolished, and in 2014 a space for the Hakodate morning market was created. Today's Hakodate morning market has about 250 stores, and about 1.5 million tourists visit each year. Access is a 2-minute walk from JR Hakodate Station or Hakodate City Tram, Hakodate Station. Summary of introductory articles on Hakodate’s Morning Market, Hokkaido Photo：Hakodate King Crab "Hakodate Seafood Market-Japanese Gastronomy" produced by "Aden小吃" is a video introducing the charm of Hakodate’s Morning Market in Hokkaido. The Hakodate Morning Market, which has a long history since the war, is a popular spot where various ingredients are sold. In addition to fresh seafood, there are many excellent gourmet dishes such as ramen, melon and more. There are many items that can be purchased as souvenirs, such as dried fish and processed products. So please drop by Hakodate’s Morning Market and enjoy shopping, as well as popular sightseeing destinations such as Mount Hakodate in Hakodate City. ◆ Introduction of Hakodate Morning Market ◆ 【Address】 9-19 Wakamatsucho, Hakodate City, Hokkaido 040-0063 【Access】2 minutes walk from JR Hakodate Station, Hakodate City Tram Hakodate Station 【Operating Hours】6:00～ 【Parking】There is a coin parking lot nearby 【Telephone No】0138-22-7981 【Official Website】Hakodate Morning Market Official Site https://www.uu-hokkaido.com/corporate/hakodate-asaichi.shtml

北海道函館市の人気観光スポット「五稜郭」の桜紹介まとめ こちらの動画は「nippon.com」が公開した「Hakodate’s Cherry Blossoms Spring 2018 | nippon.com」です。 こちらの記事では、北海道函館市にある五稜郭の桜や箱館山からの夜景を紹介致します。 歴史ある日本の桜の名所と、古くから美しいと評価される夜景を、是非動画をご覧ください。 北海道函館市の人気観光スポット・五稜郭の歴史 五稜郭は、江戸時代末期に現在の函館市の中心地に建造されました。 もともとは外国船から箱館港を守るために建造されたようですが、戊辰戦争最後の戦場「箱館戦争」で旧幕府軍に占領され、木材不足のために一部が解体されて陸軍の訓練所として利用されるなどの紆余曲折がありました。 その後、1914年に五稜郭公園として一般開放され、現在は函館を代表する観光スポットとなっています。 1952年には北海道唯一の国指定特別史跡となりました。 桜の名所としての五稜郭 五稜郭は函館市の桜の名所としても非常に有名で、ソメイヨシノを中心に1,600本もの桜があり、毎年桜の季節になると函館市民や観光客で大いに賑わいます。 隣接する五稜郭タワーの展望台からその景色を見下ろすと、星形の城郭に沿って綺麗な桜のピンク色を見ることが出来ます。 是非、地上と展望台の両方から五稜郭の桜を楽しんでみてはいかがでしょうか。 北海道函館市で夜景を楽しむ 昼間に桜を楽しんだ後は、箱館山で美しい函館市街の夜景を楽しむことが出来ます。 箱館山の山頂からは、海に挟まれた函館の街が光のアーチを作り、海岸線を縁取っています。 函館の夜景は古くから世界三大夜景と言われ、最近でも旅行ガイド「ミシュラン・グリーンガイド・ジャポン」で三ツ星を獲得する美しい景色です。 何度見てもまた行きたくなるような特別な魅力があります。 北海道函館市の人気観光スポット五稜郭紹介まとめ 北海道函館市にある五稜郭公園の桜と箱館山からの夜景について紹介させて頂きました。 どちらも日本が誇る非常に美しく素晴らしい景色です。 是非動画をご覧になって頂き、北海道旅行の際は実際に足を運んでいただければと思います。

Introducing the video of Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu! This video, “Niseko Mt. Resort Grand HIRAFU 2019-20 Snow Season PV” released by “Niseko Mt. Resort Grand HIRAFU”, is an introductory video of Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu in Hokkaido. You will be able to enjoy activities such as skiing, snowboarding, and chair snowboarding at Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu. The snow quantity and quality of the courses are perfect and there is a sheer variety of courses and they are vast in width as well. Equipped with lifts, gondolas, jumping platforms, and the night ski area, you can comfortably ski on the powder snow course. What Kind of Ski Resort Is Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu? Photo：Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu, Hokkaido Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu, which is part of "Niseko United" that spreads out at the foot of Niseko Annupuri, is located in Kutchan, Abuta District, Hokkaido. Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu, located in the Hirafu area, has been attracting an increasing number of tourists, and is known for having the first night operation gondola in Japan in 1986. The Mountain Center Annex also opened in 2019. The Charm of Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu Photo：Mt. Yotei from Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu・Hokkaido Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu has an attractive course with a magnificent view that overlooks the majestic Mt. Yotei, one of the 100 Famous Mountains of Japan. There is an early morning skiing plan as well as night skiing plans. There's also a mountain center store, a kids park, and a kids room, so if you're coming with kids or forgot to pick up a few essentials, be sure to check these out. There are also fireworks at night, creating a fantastical atmosphere for you to enjoy. If you want to enjoy gourmet Hokkaido cuisine in the area, we recommend restaurants such as Hotel Niseko Alpen's Japanese cuisine "Shokusai Hirafu," "Lounge Cowbell" that sells western style cuisine, and "Restaurant Slalom." Tourist Information for Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu Photo：Niseko Area, Hokkaido The area around Niseko is also great for sightseeing outside of the skiing and snowboarding season. Consider checking out the NAC Niseko Adventure Center NAC Niseko Adventure Park and challenge yourself to activities, such as nature hiking! There are many hotels with hot springs in the Hirafu Onsenkyo area where Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu is located, so we recommend checking out all of the different accommodations offered and choosing one that suits your visit. Summary of Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu Photo：Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu, Hokkaido Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu is the perfect spot for those who want to enjoy action packed winter activities, like those shown in the video. You can check out what it's like to ski on the white slopes at 0:21, see snowboarding from 1:17, and chair snowboarding from 2:07 in the video. Hopefully this video has you pumped up and ready to go skiing and snowboarding at Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu. Make sure to check business hours, bus information, lift tickets, rental information, and live cameras before visiting! 【Official Website】Niseko Grand Hirafu [NISEKO Mt RESORT Grand HIRAFU]｜Official Website https://www.grand-hirafu.jp/winter/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu Ski Resort https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1025639-d1424106-Reviews-Niseko_Mountain_Resort_Grand_Hirafu_Ski_Place-Kutchan_cho_Abuta_gun_Hokkaido.html

About Esashi, a "Japan Heritage" "Esashi, Sightseeing Promotional Video, Japan Heritage" (北海道江差町　観光ＰＲ動画（日本遺産)), is a video created by the "Esashi Municipal Department of Tourism." Esashi, in the Hiyama District of Hokkaido, is the first place to be registered as a Japan Heritage in Hokkaido, and is also a place of scenic beauty. It sits on the coast of the Sea of Japan, with a population of 7,561. (2019, May). It's said that Esashi is the origin of Hokkaido's culture and thrived thanks to it's herring fishing during the Edo Period. In 2014, the mayor of Esashi became the youngest mayor in Japan at just 29 years of age. In this video, the attractions of Esashi are packed into just 3 minutes of footage. Enjoy the nature and history of Esashi, Hokkaido. What Are "Esashi Herring"? Source :YouTube screenshot Esashi is surrounded by the ocean, and in the Edo period (1603-1867) it was a place where herring fishing was going through a boom. This is explained at 0:26 in the video. At the time, herring was a good fertilizer. Esashi was busy, especially in May, because herring was a seasonal fish in May and many ships from Edo (Tokyo) and Osaka, came to fish for them. Because of this, the popular phrase "Even Edo is not as busy as Esashi in May" was coined. Many of the leftover goods remain in the storehouses of merchants from the time, demonstrating their prosperity and showing just how successful the business was. Even now, herring soba is popular as a local dish in Esashi. Check out the video at 0:51 to see the merchant's warehouses. Tourist Attractions in Esashi! Source :YouTube screenshot There's Kamamome Island where ships called "Kitamaebune" docked during the herring fishing season, Itsukushima Shrine (厳島神社, Itsukushima jinjya), where sailors prayed for safety at sea, and the strangely shaped Heishi Rock (瓶子岩, Heishiiwa). There's a legend of Heishi Rock, that says when the sailors couldn’t catch any herring and were facing starvation, they poured divine water into the sea causing a swarm of herring to appear. Since then, every July a ceremony is held where they replace the "Shimenawa" (a rope used to cordon off consecrated areas or as a talisman against evil​) at Heishi Rock. This can be seen at 1:27 in the video. The Ubagami Grand Shrine (姥神大神宮, Ubagami Daijingu) which overlooks the port of Esashi, is famous for its summer festival, the Ubagami Grand Shrine Togyo Festival, which is said to be the oldest festival in Hokkaido. From 2:01, the festival song "Esashi Oiwake," which has been passed down since the Edo Period, can be seen being performed. It has a nostalgic melody reminiscent of Edo and because of that, it's said that "Esashi Oiwake" is the king of folk songs. The herring fishing song "Soran Bushi" and "Hokkai Bonuta" also represent the culture of Hokkaido. We recommend visiting Esashi during the summer festival where you can check out the big floats and the Ohayashi band. Recommended Tourist Attractions Photo：Esashi Inishie Kaido Street There are many historic places and buildings that remain in Esashi, such as shrines, temples and houses. Walking down Inishie Kaido Street, next to the ocean, will take you to those historic places. For example, The Former Nakamura Family Merchant House, Yokoyama House, and the Esashi Town Historical Museum are all attractive spots that retain a good old-fashioned Japanese atmosphere. Visiting Esashicho Bunka Hall, Esashi Town Meeting Hall, Esashi Oiwake/Yama Museum, and the Esashi Town Historical Museum to learn about the history is another great way to enjoy oneself. The Kaiyo Maru from Netherlands can be seen near Kamome Island. It was a battleship of the Shogunate's navy at the end of the Edo Period. (About 1860) You also get a great view, surrounded by the ocean waves, when the weather is nice. Don't forget your camera! Summary of Esashi Photo：A school of fish As you can see in the video, Esashi, Hokkaido is a fishing town with many and festivals and historic places left over from the old days of Japan. Enjoy seeing the attractions of Hokkaido through the video. At 2:36, we learn that, in 2017, a school of herring were seen for the first time in 104 years in Esashi, and a new light began to shine on Esashi once again. Esashi is a sort of hole-in-the-wall destination in Hokkaido, but has easy access from Hakodate by train or bus. If you're headed this way, we recommend checking out Hakodate as well! Also, if Esashi interests you, check out the local products of Hometown Tax Donation Program. There are attractive local products like queen crab and gasa shrimp. 【Official website】Esashi Town hall homepage https://www.hokkaido-esashi.jp/ 【Trip Advisor】Esashi https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1120309-Esashi_cho_Hiyama_gun_Hokkaido-Vacations.html

A Female Solo Camper at Bubetsu Forest Camping Field: Video Introduction This video, titled "[Hokkaido Women's Camping] Bubetsu Forest Camping Field" (【北海道キャンプ女子】ブウベツの森キャンプ場), was uploaded by "Keco Cam　??ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ" (けこキャン　??ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ). Bubetsu Forest Camping Field: Information About the Campground in Hokkaido, Japan View this post on Instagram This post was shared by Bubetsu Forest Camping Field (@bubetsu.forest.camping.field) Bubetsu Forest Camping Field opened in Hokkaido in July 2020 in Shiraoi, Hokkaido, a town rich in nature. It is a handmade campground that was originally built by professional forestry workers. There are 13 auto-camping sites, 3 pet-friendly sites, 30 free sites, and 2 BIG sites. This cozy campground is popular with a wide range of campers, including beginner campers, solo campers, family campers, and women's campers. Since Bubetsu Forest Camping Field has only been open for a short time, reviews say that facilities such as restrooms and cooking facilities are new and clean. Although it is not a large campground, the quiet forest is comfortable and allows visitors to settle in and enjoy themselves. The ground at the site is covered with a thick layer of volcanic gravel, which is said to prevent puddles from forming. Furthermore, a wood-chopping station is available at the campground, and firewood can be used as much as you like free of charge. You can also enjoy a relaxing campfire. Those who wish to bring their pets camping can also rest assured that there are pet-friendly sites available. Reservations for Bubetsu Forest Camping Field must be made at least one day in advance, so please make reservations online or by phone. Tents, Camping Gear, and Supplies for Women's Solo Camping! View this post on Instagram This post was shared by Tentmark Design (@tentmark2011) Many female campers enjoy solo camping at Bubetsu Forest Camping Field as well. The video creator, Keco Cam, introduces some of her favorite camping gear in the video. One of the best parts about camping is the delicious food. Having useful kitchenware will make your camping experience more enjoyable. Women's Solo Camping Gear ・Tent: tent-Mark Designs CIRCUS TC ・Bedding mat: Hilander Inflator Mat (with pillow) ・Cot: FIELDOOR Wooden outdoor cot ・Rack: Hilander Wooden 3-tier Rack 600 ・Generator: Smart Tap Portable Power Station PowerArQ mini Red ・Cooker: Snow Peak Aluminum Personal Cooker Set, Chums Hot Sandwich Cooker ・Lantern: Snow Peak Hozuki Lantern ・Cutting Board: JUICY Of the above, the most notable is JUICY's cutting board, which is made to order and made from high-quality wood. In the video, the cutting board is used to cut asparagus and other vegetables, and is also used as a potholder for hot dishes. [Video] 6:35 - JUICY Cutting Board By having your favorite camping gear with you, you can create your own original space and enjoy women's solo camping even more. Women's Camping and Delicious Camping Food! Some Quick and Tasty Recipes! This camp meal is an omelet rice! Shiraoi, Hokkaido is famous for its eggs, and in the video they use fresh eggs from an egg vending machine and frozen chicken rice to make a delicious rice omelet. Here's the recipe. [Ingredients] ・Eggs: 2 ・Frozen chicken rice: 1 bag ・Ketchup: to taste 1. Stir-fry frozen chicken rice in a frying pan over heat. 2. Transfer the fried chicken rice to a Sierra cup and pack it in tightly. 3. Put the chicken rice (shaped like the Sierra cup) back in the pan. 4. Pour egg around the chicken rice, and finally pour ketchup over the rice. You can also watch the video to see how to make the simple, yet delicious camping meal. [Video] 5:06 - How to Make A Simple Camping Rice Omelet There are many different kinds of camping food, such as barbecue and curry, but as shown in the video, using frozen food is an easy way to make camping food. There's something about cooking in nature that makes this type of food taste better than it does at home. Also, while it's fun to cook camping meals with friends, the best part of camping solo is that you can cook whatever you want, whenever you want. Is Solo Camping in Japan as a Woman Dangerous? Things to Be Careful Of! Source :YouTube screenshot If you're a woman looking to do some solo camping, we recommend that you choose a location and be thorough with security. Let's look at some points to keep in mind. ・Choose a campsite with a resident caretaker Some campgrounds do not have a resident caretaker. Some campgrounds are not staffed, especially at night, so if you are planning to camp solo, choose a campground with a full-time caretaker. ・Set up your tent in a public place. When setting up your tent, you may be tempted to choose a quiet place to enjoy your time alone, but we recommend that you set up your tent in a place where there is a lot of pedestrian traffic. It's also a good idea to set up as close to family campers as possible to protect yourself from any campers looking for any women camping alone. ・Avoid posting on social networking sites in real time Be careful about social networking sites such as Instagram and YouTube. Posting photos on social networking sites in real time can expose your whereabouts. ・Prepare security goods and locks Always have some emergency supplies, such as a personal alarm, by your bedside, and lock your tent when you go to bed, so that if something should happen, you can immediately warn others of danger. Summary This time we introduced a video about solo camping for women. In winter, Bubetsu Forest Camping Field in Hokkaido is covered with snow and has different scenery in spring and summer. There are also hot springs in the area, so it's a good place to stretch your legs. In addition, there is a barbecue restaurant where you can enjoy Shiraoi beef, a specialty of the area, and a Shiraoi beef store that sells beef directly to customers. With Japan's recent camping boom, women's solo camping has become increasingly popular. The appeal of solo camping is that you can enjoy the luxury of having nature all to yourself with your favorite camping gear. The light of a lantern at night and the sunlight filtering through the lush hardwoods is sure to create a photogenic atmosphere to post on Instagram. Despite all of the enjoyment, women's solo camping can be dangerous. To enjoy camping safely, please keep in mind the precautions we introduced above. Bubetsu Forest Camping Field is a good spot for camping beginners and female solo campers. If you're planning on camping in Hokkaido, consider checking it out! ◆Bubetsu Forest Camping Field◆ 【Address】110-2, Ishiyama, Shiraoi 【Hours】10:00 – 16:00 【Telephone】080-4044-3388 【TripAdvisor】Bubetsu Forest Camping Field https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1120904-d21149822-Reviews-Bubetsu_Forest_Campground-Shiraoi_cho_Shiraoi_gun_Hokkaido.html

日本の穴場観光地！北海道浜頓別町ってどんなところ？ こちらで紹介する動画は「Hamatombetsu Hokkaido」が公開した「北海道浜頓別町観光PV【日本語】」です。 日本には風光明媚な観光地が数々ありますが、今回は北海道の人気観光地、野鳥の里「浜頓別町」をご紹介したいと思います。 浜頓別町は北海道最北端にある宗谷岬に近く、北海道浜頓別町内にあるクッチャロ湖には白鳥やコハクチョウなどの渡り鳥がたくさん集まることで知られ、ラムサール条約保護区の指定を受けています。 豊かな自然が残る絶景の景勝地、野鳥、砂金、そして温泉の様子を動画でお楽しみください。 北海道浜頓別町のおすすめ観光スポット「クッチャロ湖と野鳥」 北海道浜頓別町最大の魅力は豊かな自然景観を見せるクッチャロ湖の湖畔観光です。 大沼と小沼の二つの沼が細い水路で繋がれていて、ひょうたんのような形をしたユニークな形をしています。 湖の南側には北海道浜頓別町クッチャロ湖水鳥観察館、キャンプ場、温泉施設、白鳥公園などがあり、夏はマリンスポーツが楽しめます。 北海道浜頓別町のおすすめ観光スポット「ウソタンナイ川と砂金」 北海道浜頓別町は日本のゴールドラッシュの地としても有名です。 明治時代までウソタンナイ川では良質な砂金が採れていました。 そしてかつて砂金採掘が盛んに行われていた時期に建てられた神社が金山神社（現在は金山神社跡）です。 昭和63年にウソタンナイ砂金発見90周年を記念して造られたゴールドハウスでは取れた砂金を加工してくれます。 北海道浜頓別町のおすすめ観光スポット「温泉&ホテル宿泊情報」 美人の湯として有名な浜頓別温泉は良質の天然温泉です。 おすすめは宿泊可能なとんべつ温泉ウイングです。 北海道浜頓別町のおすすめ観光スポット「ベニヤ原生花園」 日本最大級！330ヘクタールの広大な園内には遊歩道が整備されているので、ゆったりとした時の中で自然を満喫しながらの散策を体験できます。 おすすめ観光スポット「オオワシの森」 頓別湖畔には国の天然記念物に指定されている大ワシの姿を観察できるおすすめのスポット「オオワシの森」があります。 北海道浜頓別町のその他の観光エリア 北海道浜頓別町には他にも ・クローバーの丘 ・斜内山道 ・北見神威岬 などのインスタ映えする名所があります。 日本最北の地、北海道浜頓別町周辺のグルメ情報 北海道は日本でも有数の酪農地です。 北海道浜頓別町でも酪農が盛んで、周辺のレストランやカフェでは地元産の牛乳やバター、チーズといった乳製品を使った料理やスイーツが堪能できます。 そしてオホーツク海にも面しているので新鮮な海産物も楽しめます。 ホタテや鮭をふんだんに使った海鮮料理は絶品です。 日本最北の地、北海道浜頓別町周辺のイベント情報 手つかずの自然が残る北海道浜頓別町ではさまざまなイベントも企画されています。 ・クッチャロ湖湖水まつり：湖上に咲く花火大会が人気です。 ・マラソン大会 ・ウソタン砂金フェスティバル ・ふるさとまつりin浜頓別：オホーツク海の新鮮な魚介類が大集合します。 ・クッチャロ湖氷上ウォーキング など。 日本最北の地、北海道浜頓別町紹介まとめ ゴールドラッシュの歴史と豊かな自然が残る北海道浜頓別。 観光と酪農が主な産業のこの町には四季折々の自然の景観を楽しむための散策ルートが設定されています。 中でもおすすめなのは町のシンボルであるスワットンの名前がついたスワットンロードです。 クッチャロ湖やベニヤ原生花園など浜頓別町の観光名所が散策できます。 北海道浜頓別町の美しい景色を動画でお楽しみください。

A Look at the Beautiful Blue Pond in Biei, Hokkaido This video, titled "[Superb View / Drone Film] Blue Pond Biei, Hokkaido [4K]" (【絶景/空撮】青い池 北海道美瑛町《4K》 "Blue Pond" Hokkaido), was released by "Noriyuki Ichikawa 《4K Drone Film》." When you hear the name Hokkaido, you probably think of gourmet food like miso ramen and seafood, or perhaps you know of the historical and cultural landmarks, such as Goryokaku or the Brick Warehouses in Otaru. However, if there's one thing we shouldn't forget, it's that Hokkaido is one of the most magnificent natural areas of Japan. One such place in Hokkaido, Biei, has the wonderous "Blue Pond" ("Aoi-Ike" in Japanese) that can be seen in the video. It's as popular as the lavender field in Biei, Furano (富良野). In this article, we'll introduce the Blue Pond in Biei, Hokkaido. Be sure to follow along with the video to see the beautiful natural landscapes of Hokkaido! The Blue Pond in Biei, Hokkaido Photo：The Blue Pond The "Blue Pond" is a famous tourist attraction located in Shirogane (白金), Biei, Kamikawa District (上川郡), Hokkaido. Its official name is "Shirogane Blue Pond." As the name suggests, the surface of the pond is a brilliant blue. By nature, the pond does not appear blue, but there is a reason for its color. In the vicinity of Blue Pond, there's the "Shirahige Falls" in the Shirogane Hot Springs area." Shirahige Falls has groundwater welling up from the inside of the cliffs and this water contains aluminum components. When the falls merge with Biei River (美瑛川), colloidal particles that are invisible to the naked eye are created and scatter the rays of sun evenly. The particles tend to scatter short-wavelength blue light, which makes the pond appear blue. In addition, the sulfur and lime components in the Shirogane Hot Spring water flowing from the side of the waterfall also complement the scattering of light, making the stones and rocks on the riverbed appear white. It enhances the blue color of the pond and creates a spectacular view like nothing you've seen before. The Conditions for Seeing the Beautiful Blue Pond Photo：Shirokane Aoi Pond in Biei, Hokkaido A visit to the "Shirogane Blue Pond" does not necessarily mean that you will see the Blue Pond. The keys to seeing the Blue Pond are "weather" and "time of day". It is not recommended to go on rainy days, as the water will increase and the colors become lighter and murky afterwards. That being said, you should check the weather before visiting Shirogane Blue Pond. A good time to visit is in the afternoon. 12:00 - 1:00 PM is generally the best time to visit. The angle of the sun is also an important factor. The angle of the sun will determine whether the colloid glow blue or not. Access To Biei, Hokkaido's Blue Pond Photo：Shirogane Blue Pond in Biei, Hokkaido Shirogane Blue Pond in Biei, Hokkaido is a 25-minute bus ride from Biei Station. Take the Tohoku Bus bound for Shirogane Onsen and get off at the "Shirogane Blue Pond Entrance" (白金青い池入口, Shirogane Aoi-ike Iriguchi. If you go via the JR line, it's recommended that you take the JR and drive or use the bus to get to Aoi Pond, as it's far from the nearest station. Parking lots are available for those who come by car. There are various sightseeing destinations around Blue Pond in Biei Town, Hokkaido that are popular as well; "Tokachidake Observatory," "Seidai Park," "Chiyoda no Oka Observation Deck," "Sanai no Oka Observatory Park," "Shinei no Oka Observation Park," and "Shikisai-no-oka Hill." Be sure to check these out as well if you have the chance. Summary of Shirogane Blue Pond in Biei, Hokkaido Photo：An illumination at Shirogane Blue Pond in Hokkaido The blue pond in Biei, Hokkaido is a mysterious pond created by nature, and the stunning sight created by the blue pond and the four seasons of Hokkaido is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who see it. The Blue Pond in Biei, Hokkaido is also lit up during the winter months. During this time, you can enjoy the white snow coupled with the blue water, as well as the stars that fill the night sky. It'll make for some amazing Instagram pictures as well! Come and see the fantastical, world-renowned Blue Pond with your own eyes and appreciate the splendor of nature. 【Official Website】Shirogane Blue Pond: Biei Tourism Association https://www.biei-hokkaido.jp/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Shirogane Blue Pond https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1120350-d1815328-Reviews-Shirogane_Blue_Pond-Biei_cho_Kamikawa_gun_Hokkaido.html

湯の国北海道「登別」観光の魅力 こちらの動画は「一般社団法人 登別国際観光コンベンション協会」が公開した「登別市観光PR動画」です。 登別は北海道の南端に位置する日本でも有数の温泉地です。 そして北海道登別の魅力は温泉だけではありません。 様々な魅力が詰まった登別の観光スポットやグルメ情報などを美しい動画とともに紹介します。 北海道登別に宿泊するならここ！高萩市 北海道登別に泊まるなら心休まる温泉施設が一番おすすめです。 そんな登別温泉の宿泊エリアをオリジナルのランキングでご紹介します。 北海道のおすすめ温泉スポット第3位：幌別エリア バスや電車でも登別温泉にアクセスが良好な温泉地です。 北海道のおすすめ温泉スポット第2位：カルルス温泉エリア 登別温泉の特徴は無色無臭の単純泉。赤ちゃんでも入ることができる軟水温泉です。 カルルス温泉周辺のエリアにはホテル岩井をはじめとした4つの温泉宿泊施設があります。 北海道のおすすめ温泉スポット第1位：登別温泉エリア 登別で温泉といえばやはり登別温泉エリアです。 温泉施設の数はこのエリア最多！大規模なリゾートホテルから落ち着ける和風旅館まで数多くの温泉施設を楽しむことができます。 北海道登別の見どころ観光スポット 北海道登別観光の目玉は温泉だけではありません。 日本有数の景勝地の数々も見逃さないでくださいね。 おすすめの絶景ポイントは登別地獄谷（地獄谷遊歩道）、大湯沼、鉄泉池、楽しい観光地はのぼりべつクマ牧場、マリンパーク二クス、登別伊達時代村など。 また山岳地帯の多い登別ではキャニオニングやサイクリングなどのアクティビティが楽しめます。 季節ごとのイベントなら登別温泉湯まつり、のぼりべつ夏祭り、紅葉狩り、スキーやスノーボードなど四季折々の豊かな気候に恵まれた登別ならではの楽しみ方が盛りだくさん。 北の大地北海道の湯の国登別の人気または穴場の名所や景観巡りをお楽しみください。 桜前線が遅い北海道では5月終盤まで桜の花が楽しめます。 北海道登別のグルメ情報 気候と自然条件が厳しい登別は観光と林業や酪農が主な産業です。 そして林業と酪農が盛んなため山菜、チーズ、バター、きのこ、川魚など新鮮な山の幸がふんだんに楽しめます。 カフェでは登別でとれた新鮮な牛乳とバターを使ったスイーツやドリンクをお楽しみください。 旅行のお土産にはヒグマをモチーフにしたクマまんじゅうや北海道のわら納豆などが人気です。 湯の国北海道登別PR動画のまとめ 北海道登別の歴史は江戸時代にさかのぼります。 当時は松前藩によってホロベツ場所が開かれ、これが今の登別市の始まりと言われています。 岡田半兵衛や松岡武四郎など日本の歴史ドラマにもたびたび登場する有名人由来の史跡を訪ねるのも隠れた登別観光の楽しみの一つですよ。

About Hokkaido's Blue Cave Cruise Promotional Video This promotional video, titled "Otaru, Hokkaido - Tsuusen's Original Blue Cave Cruise" (【北海道・小樽】元祖！青の洞窟クルーズbyツウセン), was released by "ACTIVITY JAPAN." It focuses on the Blue Cave Cruise that sails out from the Otaru Canal and goes around the Marine Park. The well-organized cruise tour takes you to the best sightseeing spots by boat, so you can enjoy Hokkaido's vast sea. The video captures the cobalt blue ocean and the marvelous sunset. This article will delve into some of the charms of Otaru, Hokkaido's Blue Cave Cruise. About the Blue Cave Cruise Source :YouTube screenshot Sailing out from the Otaru Canal, the Blue Cave Cruise offers you a great experience to enjoy the vast sea of Hokkaido. Sea birds elegantly flying in the air, the stunning rocks structures... you'll probably even see a dolphin or shark on your way there as well. This coastal area was once called "Shu-ya" in Ainu language, which can be loosely translated as "Kettle Rock". The main attraction of the cruise is the blue cave located on the shore in Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Kaigan Quasi National Park. When you enter the cave, you'll notice how the water turns turquoise blue. In the video, the boat enters the cave at 0:17. The awesome beauty of the blue pool inside the cave is certainly worth seeing. photo： Otaru's Blue cave entrance Located on the shore of Shakotan Peninsula, the blue cave was formed by strong sea waves. It's known for its apparent luminescent quality, imparted by the light passing through the openings. Its unique geographical formation and the angle of the sunlight flooding in create a series of magical scenes. Other marine activities, such as snorkeling, sea kayaking, boat cruises, and rafting are also offered in the area. When you hear "blue cave," it might be the Blue Grotto in Italy that first comes to mind. Japan, however, features several blue sea caves including the one in Otaru. Some other well known blue caves in Japan are: - Hachinoheana in Iwate Prefecture - Dogashima Sea Cave Skylight in Shizuoka Prefecture - Cape Maeda in Okinawa - San-in Coast National Park in Hyogo Prefecture. Highlights of the Blue Cave Cruise Source :YouTube screenshot The cruise offers you a great opportunity to take in the natural beauty of Hokkaido. You can enjoy a quiet time admiring the beautiful expanse of the sea, and the luxury of having the aromatic sea breeze fill your nose as it brushes your cheeks. If the weather is clear you can catch a gorgeous sunset, as seen in the video from 1:05. Sea birds, such as seagulls, black-tailed gull, and white-tailed sea eagles often fly around the cruise boat and you can enjoy feeding them as well. This is shown in the video at 0:58. Information About Hokkaido's Blue Cave Cruise Photo： Otaru station platform Hokkaido's Blue Cave Cruise is offered for a limited time between late spring and early autumn. Otaru port is 5 minutes by car and 13 minutes on foot from JR Otaru station, and the port has 10 free parking lots. The 80-minute cruise will take you to 10 different viewpoints. You need to make your reservation in advance either by phone or on their official website. As of April 2020, the tour costs 5500 Yen (~$51 USD) for Adults, and 3000 Yen (~$28 USD) for Children and Toddlers. Cold weather protection is offered on the cruise, but we recommend wrapping yourself well just in case. Summary of Hokkaido's Blue Cave Cruise Photo：Otaru, Blue Cave Cruise The video "Otaru, Hokkaido - Tsuusen's Original Blue Cave Cruise" introduces the Blue Cave Cruise in Hokkaido. The video is composed of beautiful images of the stunning turquoise sea and the clear blue pool glowing in a mysterious pitch-black cave. You'll definitely want to check it out after seeing the video! 【Tripadvisor】Blue Caves Hokkaido's Blue Cave Cruise

Introducing Iwamizawa, Hokkaido! This video, titled "PR Movie of Iwamizawa / IWAMIZAWA TRIP ～digest～" (岩見沢観光PRムービー / IWAMIZAWA TRIP ～digest～), was uploaded by "Iwamizawa Tourism Association Official Channel" (岩見沢市観光協会 公式チャンネル). It introduces Iwamizawa in Hokkaido. Iwamizawa is located in central Hokkaido and it was once one of the 12 railroad towns in Japan which were officially designated as such by the former Japanese National Railway. There are tourist spots where you can enjoy an extraordinary atmosphere, including wineries and log cottages. Enjoy the attractions of Iwamizawa, Hokkaido in this video. Iwamizawa Is Brimming With Natural Scenery Source :YouTube screenshot Hokkaido is often visited by people seeking natural landscapes. One view we recommend seeing while in Iwamizawa is Hokkaido Greenland. Here, you'll find a popular garden with 8,800 roses of around 630 varieties. They can be enjoyed from late June to mid-October. You should stop by the rose garden, observatory and the hill of beach roses in Iwamizawa Park, which can be seen at 2:40 in the video, and Iwamizawa Shrine which is shown from 1:57. Places to Grab a Bite to Eat Around Iwamizawa, Hokkaido Source :YouTube screenshot We recommend trying the famous Tengu Manju and soft serve ice cream. Of course, ramen from Hokkaido is some of the best you'll find in Japan. At Hosui Winery, wine is made from grapes grown in a rich natural environment which can be seen from 0:16 in the video. Recommended Hotels in Iwamizawa, Hokkaido Source :YouTube screenshot "LOGHOTEL THE MAPLELODGE," "Little Rock Hills," and "Silver Pine" are all places we highly recommend. These can be seen from 0:54 in the video. What better way to relax than creating lifelong memories next to a fireplace in a special cottage. There are also camp sites and Japanese inns with natural outdoor hot springs and spas in Iwamizawa, Hokkaido. Enjoy Events in Iwamizawa, Hokkaido! Source :YouTube screenshot We recommend throwing on a yukata and heading out to the annual Furusato Hyappei Festival (ふるさと百餅祭り) held in Iwamizawa, Hokkaido, as shown at 3:01 in the video. During the festival, mochi pounding is done with a massive mortar and mallet, using rice from Iwamizawa. At the end of the festival, mochi is thrown to commemorate the longevity of the people. Summary of Iwamizawa, Hokkaido Source :YouTube screenshot There are a lot of photogenic places with natural scenery in Iwamizawa, Hokkaido. Consider booking a comfortable cottage like the one in the video and enjoying a relaxing tour of the popular Iwamizawa. 【Official Website】Iwamizawa City, Hokkaido City Hall Website https://www.city.iwamizawa.hokkaido.jp/ 【Tripadvisor】Iwamizawa City https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1122374-Iwamizawa_Hokkaido-Vacations.html

北海道函館市の魅力を紹介動画の見どころ こちらの動画は「極東電視台 -Far Eastern TV-」が公開した「北海道PR「世界中の笑顔が溢れる街 函館」」です。 北海道の南部、渡島半島に位置する都市「北海道函館市」。 この街は、北海道と本州を結ぶ結節点として発展してきた町で、2016年に北海道新幹線が開通されて以降、年間で500万人もの観光客が訪れる観光都市である。 「ブランド総合研究所」が発表した「地域ブランド調査2018」においては、魅力度第1位に選ばれており、日本国内のみならず海外でも有名な都市となりつつある。 そんな北海道函館市は、観光スポットや美味しい料理が数多くある。 この動画では、北海道函館市の観光地やグルメ情報を余すことなく紹介しているほか、海外からの観光客が函館市を楽しんでいる姿や、優しい地元の方の笑顔などを収めた魅力的な動画だ。 北海道函館市といえば海鮮料理！人気の美味しいグルメとは 北海道函館市は、全国でも海鮮料理が美味しい街として知られている。 特に「函館朝市」は絶品の海鮮料理が食べられるグルメスポットとして人気だ。 海鮮料理の中でもおすすめのメニューは、ウニやカニ、旬のネタをふんだんに使った「海鮮丼」だ。 また、「一花亭たびじ」の「活イカの踊り丼」は、海外の観光客にも人気であり、新鮮なイカを一匹まるごと刺身で食べることが出来る。 その他にも函館市には「函館ラーメン」やご当地ハンバーガーの「ラッキーピエロ」など様々な美味しいグルメがある。 函館市のグルメは動画の0:22から紹介されている。 北海道函館市の珍しい星型要塞の城「五稜郭」 北海道函館市の歴史的な建造物といえば「五稜郭（ごりょうかく）」だ。 五稜郭は、江戸時代末期に建設された城であり、真上から見ると綺麗な星形の堀があることが特徴的だ。 五稜郭のような大型の星型要塞は日本では非常に珍しい。 五稜郭跡を含む「五稜郭公園」の中（堀の中）には、春夏は5時～19時まで秋冬は5時～18時まで入る事ができるので、観光する際には五稜郭公園で日本の文化を感じてもらいたい。 また五稜郭のすぐ近くに建てられている「五稜郭タワー」の展望台からは、五稜郭を上から見ることができ、綺麗な星型の全容をご覧になることが出来る。 五稜郭タワーは、動画の2:23から紹介されている。 北海道函館市のロマンチックな夜景は夜のデートスポットにぴったり 北海道函館市の夜景は、「日本三大夜景」に数えられる景色であり、かつては「世界三大夜景」にも選ばれた。 北海道函館市の夜景を見るためには、「函館山」をロープウェイで登り、「函館山展望台」に行く必要がある。 函館山展望台から見下ろす函館市の夜景は、まさに絶景。 函館山展望台は、夜のデートスポットとして人気であり、ロマンチックな雰囲気を楽しむことが出来る。 函館市の夜景は、動画の2:16から紹介されている。 また、函館山は夜景だけでなく、秋になると一面がオレンジ色に染まり、紅葉が綺麗な穴場にもなる。 北海道函館市の魅力紹介まとめ 北海道函館市の魅力的な観光地やグルメ情報を紹介した。 動画では記事では紹介しきれなかった函館市の魅力がたくさん紹介されている。 北海道函館市は、函館空港が市街地の近くにあることや北海道新幹線の開通により、非常にアクセスしやすい観光地になっている。 北海道旅行の際にはぜひ函館市に訪れてみてはいかがだろうか。 素晴らしい観光地と暖かい人々があなたを迎え入れてくれるだろう。

Kushiro City, Hokkaido This video “KUSHIRO Hokkaido Japan in 8K HDR - 釧路 [summer ver.]" (KUSHIRO Hokkaido Japan in 8K HDR - 釧路 [summer ver.]), produced by “KUSHIRO Hokkaido Japan,” is a promotional video of Hokkaido's "Kushiro city," located in the eastern area of Hokkaido. You can see sightseeing destinations and specialties of Kushiro City in high, 8k quality footage. Kushiro city, a city facing the Pacific Ocean, is located on the eastern side of Hokkaido. Here, you can enjoy the abundant nature of Kushiro city, and the wildlife unique to the area. Access to Hokkaido Kushiro city is best done by plane, using the Kushiro Airport. There are flights from Haneda Airport (Tokyo International Airport) and Itami Airport (Osaka International Airport) to Kushiro Airport. This video captures the charm of Kushiro City, Hokkaido, in under 4 minutes. It looks like summer, with the large green expanse spreading out to the horizon. We hope you enjoy the video clip of Kushiro city, Hokkaido, the largest wetland in Japan. The Most Famous Sightseeing Spot in Kushiro- Kushiro Marsh Photo：Kushiro Marsh, red crowned cranes “Kushiro Marsh” is the largest marsh in Japan, spanning 4 cities and towns in Hokkaido, including Kushiro city. This marsh is designated as natural wildlife reserve, and wildlife, such as “red crowned cranes” and “white tailed sea eagles,” that can be found no where else, live here. Also, it has been registered under the Ramsar Convention since 1980, to protect the important marsh through international cooperation. “Kushiro Marsh Observatory” is a popular spot among Kushiro city’s many sightseeing spots. From this observatory you can see a 360 degree view of Kushiro Marsh's scenery.Experience a spectacular view reminiscent of the Amazon. Also, this is one of the best spots in Hokkaido perfect for taking beautiful Instagram photos. The observatory hall displays a replica of precious flora and fauna from “Kushiro Marsh.” There are also Kushiro Marsh satellite observatories along the loop trail, which is 100% barrier-free, so be sure to check it out! Hosooka Observatory, near the Kushiro Marsh Station on Senmo Line, which runs through Kushiro Marsh, is another place we recommend. Enjoy the Great Outdoors From Kushiro Marsh's Hiking Course Photo：Kushiro Marsh, Hiking To those who want to experience the untamed lands of Kushiro Marsh directly, we recommend Onnenai wooden walkway and Tsurui track course at the "Onnenai Visitor Center." The Onnenai wooden walkway is a roughly 2 km course at Kushiro Marsh, and it takes you along a hiking course where you can breathe in the refreshing air of the Kushiro wetlands. Quite different from sightseeing in the city. The hiking course also has a 100% barrier-free route, so it's great for those using wheelchairs, or families with strollers. The Panoramic View From Kushiro Marsh's "Norokko Train" Photo：Kushiro Marsh Norokko Train Train fans don't want to miss the Kushiro Marsh Norokko Train. Norokko Train is a train that runs between Kushiro and Toro, and it is quite popular among the many trains of Hokkaido. The 36-degree view of Kushiro Marsh from the window makes you feel as if you have come to another world. If you're lucky, you might be able to see some of the wildlife in Kushiro Marsh. Enjoy Canoeing Down the Great Kushiro River Photo：Kushiro Marsh If you're a fan of the outdoors and want to move your body, we recommend Kushiro River’s canoe tour. In this river tour, you slowly sail through the calm waters of Kushiro River by canoe, and enjoy the nature of Kushiro. You can enjoy another view of “Kushiro Marsh” from the river, which is a vastly different take from the view at the observatory. The canoe tour has many plans: the 90 minute tour, 1 day tour, and the secret location tour. Choose the one that best fits your schedule, or even schedule around which plan you want to enjoy. Sightseeing in Kushiro City, Hokkaido Kushiro Marsh and Kushiro River are not the only sightseeing spots near Hokkaido's Kushiro City. At the foot of Oakandake, there is Lake Akan (Akanko) where spherical moss live, as well as the Akanko Hotspring village. Challenging hiking the Meakandake near the Oakandake is also nice. The mysterious lake “Onneto” is one of the 3 major secret lakes in Hokkaido, and changes its color by time and the angle you view it from. This is introduced from 1:03 in the video. There are many sightseeing spots where you can enjoy beautiful, scenic views, for example, Shakubetsu Hill which is popular among train enthusiasts as the best location for the Nemuro Line as it runs through fields. There 's also the popular fishing spot Onbetsu Shore, the 24 hour operated international Kushiro Harbor, the European style Musamai Bridge that spans the Kushiro River, and the Musamai Rotary, as well as the Takimi Bridge which is a great place to view the beautiful autumn leaves, and the Ainu Kotan village where only about 120 people live. Dining in Kushiro, Hokkaido Photo：Seafood rice bowl This video introduces not only Kushiro's great nature and places of interest, but also many of the city's popular local delicacies. At Kushiro Washo Market, there are many kinds of seafood on display, and Katte Don (a type of seafood bowl in which you pick your own choice of seafood) is a very popular dish. We highly recommend this seafood market, for both delicious seafood and sightseeing, when visiting Kushiro. The fishing industry is quite popular in Kushiro City, with the largest amount of saury landings in Japan. This is seen at 2:02 in the video. There are many other attractive dishes to try in Kushiro, for example, Kushiro soba and Kushiro ramen, soba sushi, Ganpeki Robata located in Kushiro Fisherman’s Warf, MOO, and Kushiro Robata’s robatayaki. By the way, did you know that the soul food of Hokkaido, zangi, originated in Kushiro? You can see these popular Kushiro delicacies from 1:15 in the video. Summary of Kushiro, Hokkaido Please watch this video to learn more about the wonders of Kushiro, which this article can't even begin to describe. There's a lot more to see in the video, and we highly recommend you watch it to see the Ainu’s traditional historical event "Iomante’s Fire Festival," from 3:27. If this video has you interested in Kushiro city, consider booking a trip there the next time you come to Japan! Hokkaido is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan, and there is a good selection of buses, car rental services, and hotels, so you won't have any trouble getting around. You'll be amazed at the charm, spectacular scenery, beauty, culture and history of Kushiro city, Hokkaido. 【Official Website】Hokkaido Kushiro City’s City Hall Website (English site) https://www.city.kushiro.lg.jp/machi/foreign%20languages/page2001.html 【Official Website】Kushiro/Akanko Travel Guide Official Website, SUPER FANTASTIC Kushiro Lake Akan (English site) https://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/

A Look at the Popular Squid Dish From Hakodate, Hokkaido This video, titled "Japanese Street Food - DANCING SQUID SASHIMI Hakodate Japan Seafood," was released by "Travel Thirsty." Squid is a common dish in Japan, but around the world, squid is generally only eaten in Asia, the Americas, and Mediterranean regions such as Italy, while countries where squid is eaten as sashimi are limited to Japan and Korea. In Europe, squid and octopus are generally avoided because of their grotesque appearance, but as Japanese food has become more popular around the world, they have slowly come to be accepted. The setting for this video is a food stall-style restaurant called "Tabiji" located in "Ekini Market" in Hakodate, Hokkaido. The restaurant serves squid and other fresh seafood dishes. Hakodate is popular for its wide variety of seafood dishes, and we recommend the squid dish shown in the video. The highlight of the restaurant is the fresh squid caught in the squid fishing pool inside the restaurant, which is processed and made into sashimi or ika odori don (a dancing squid rice bowl). You might be thinking "eating live squid is cruel," but don't worry, all the squid dishes served here are properly processed and the squid is in fact not live! You can also try other seafood, including various seafood bowls and sashimi. Squid Is a Common Dish in Japan, but How Much Do You Know About Its Biology? Photo：Squid For Japanese people, squid is a dish that can be eaten on a daily basis in a variety of delicious recipes. However, very few people know about the biology of squid, so let's learn a little about them here. Squid are marine mollusks, and as they are nocturnal animals, squid fishing is done at night. The main edible species, such as the Japanese common squid/Japanese flying squid and heterololigo (spear squid), are found in groups. Squid are often thought to have ten legs, but in fact they have eight, the same number as octopus, and the other two are actually tentacles and act as arms. Squid have a more developed muscle and nervous system than other marine organisms, making them one of the top ecosystems in the ocean. There are a variety of species, from the tiny firefly squid measuring only 2 cm in length to the giant squid measuring over 20 meters in length. Squid is a healthy food that is rich in nutrients such as vitamin E, taurine, amino acids, zinc, DHA and EPA. Fresh Squid Recipes Photo：Ika somen In other countries, squid is mainly eaten as fritters, but since Japan is the world's largest consumer of squid, many delicious recipes have been developed throughout the years. Ekini Morning Market, shown in the video, is known as the pioneer of squid fishing pools, where customers fish for squid in a small "pond" and the squid is prepared on the spot. You can see the squid fishing pool from 0:36 in the video. The best way to eat fresh squid is as sashimi! To cut squid, cut along the body and separate the body from the legs. The legs have suckers, a sharp beak, and innards, so carefully separate them with a knife so that the innards are not crushed. From there, cut the body of the squid into thin strips with a knife to make ika somen (squid noodles), a classic squid dish. You can see ika somen being prepared at 2:51 in the video. Fresh squid sashimi is very firm and chewy. The innards of the squid can also be eaten as sashimi, but the best way to eat them is to add salt, crush it, and marinate the squid slices overnight. It can also be cooked in any other preferred method, such as simmered squid and taro, dried squid, or stir-fried. In the video, the freshly processed squid is still moving on the plate, and at 11:57 you can see the squid's legs desperately clinging to the plate with its suckers. Summary of the Squid at Ekini Market in Hakodate, Hokkaido Photo：Japanese common squid At 12:54, towards the end of the video, you can see a delicious squid bowl with ika somen noodles, a generous amount of salmon roe, and a freshly processed squid. When you pour soy sauce on the squid the body will start to move and you might feel a little sorry for them, but just remember that they're not live, they're just as fresh as they can be. There are many rich squid fishing grounds in the seas around Japan, and the season varies for different types of squid: January to May is the best time to catch spear squid, and June to December is the best time to catch Japanese common squid. If you’re visiting Hakodate be sure to enjoy all of the delicious, fresh seafood the city has to offer! ◆Hakodate Morning Market – Ekini Market｜General Information◆ 【Address】9-19 Wakamatsucho, Hakodate 040-0063 Hokkaido 【Access】Approximately 20 minutes from Hakodate Airport via car or taxi 【Hours】May – Oct. 5:30 A.M. – 2:00 P.M., Nov. – Apr. 6:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. 【Closures】The third Sunday of each month, July, Sept., Dec. no closures 【Parking】Available (New Ohte Rooftop Parking) 【Telephone】0138-22-5330 【Tripadvisor】Hakodate Morning Market Ekini Market (駅ニ市場) https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g298151-d3210230-Reviews-Ekini_Market-Hakodate_Hokkaido.html

Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park: Video Introduction This video, titled "A Summer Recommendation" (夏のおすすめ), was uploaded by "Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park" (国営滝野すずらん丘陵公園). Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park is located in Sapporo, Hokkaido, and is known as the only national park in Hokkaido. With seasonal flowers and forests where visitors can stroll and enjoy beautiful natural scenery, the park is a popular spot for the people of Sapporo and tourists alike. Check out the video to see flowers blooming in the short summer season, as well as highlights and things to do at Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park. Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park - Enjoy Flowers in All 4 Seasons! Photo：Tulips at Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park At Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park, visitors can enjoy various kinds of seasonal flowers from spring to autumn. Here, we'll introduce the best time to see flowers in the park. Flowers that are at their best in spring (April to May): Pansies, violas, lily of the valley, tulips Among the representative flowers of spring, tulips and lily of the valley are so popular that events are held in conjunction with their blooms. Flowers that are at their best in summer (June to August): Lavender, allium, nepeta, and sunflowers In summer, flowers bluish-colored flowers, such as lavender, Hokkaido's representative flower, can be seen in full bloom. The sunflowers that bloom all over the area under the sunlight are a spectacular sight. Flowers that are at their best in autumn (September to October): summer cypress, dahlias, and cosmos In autumn, white, pink, deep pink, and various varieties of cosmos swaying in the wind are popular among tourists. Visitors can also enjoy many varieties of dahlias in full bloom. Things to Do at Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park From Spring to Fall Photo：Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park, Ashiribetsu Falls Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park isn't just a place for viewing flowers. Here we'll introduce other ways to enjoy the Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park from spring to autumn. ●Takino Forest Zone: East Area An area where visitors can enjoy playing in a forest. Morimino Tower, which offers a panoramic view of the surrounding forest, a place to enjoy playing in water, and large playground equipment, makes this area very popular with children. ●Takino Forest Zone: West Area In spring, visitors can observe wildflowers, in summer they can enjoy spotting various wildlife and insects in the rice paddies and streams, and in autumn, based on the theme of "symbiosis between people and nature," they can enjoy the remains of houses and charcoal-making sites. ●Keiryu Zone In the Keiryu Zone, visitors can enjoy cycling while viewing four beautiful waterfalls, including Ashiribetsu Falls, selected as one of the Top 100 Waterfalls in Japan, as well as seasonal flowers. There's also a fishing pond and barbecue area where families can enjoy playing and eating together. ●Central Zone The central zone includes a large flower garden where you can feel Japan's four seasons, 'Kodomo no Tani' (Children's Valley) where kids can play on large playground equipment, and Mori no Sumika, a place to play in the forest. It's also an area where both children and adults can enjoy themselves as there is a secret spot with an viewing platform and an astronomical observatory. Enjoy the Snow at Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park's Snow World in Winter! Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park is a ski slope where visitors can enjoy playing in the snow in winter. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, snowshoeing is also popular, allowing visitors to roam freely on the fresh snow! In addition, you can enjoy a full range of winter activities such as hiking in the snow with walking skis, snow marathons, and snow tubing. Summary of Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park Photo：Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park, east entrance If you haven't checked out the video yet, be sure to give it a watch! At Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park, you can see wild birds and other wildlife, such as chipmunks, Ezo squirrels, and foxes. You can enjoy flowers throughout Japan's four seasons, and you can take beautiful photos of the autumn foliage during fall. To get to Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park, it's a 35-minute bus ride from Makomanai Subway Station, and a 5-minute walk from the nearest bus stop. Parking is available for visitors coming by car. Due to measures against the novel coronavirus, there may be restrictions on facilities, so we recommend checking for up-to-date information in advance. Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park is a great place to see, feel, and play in nature throughout the four seasons. Pets are allowed in the park, although they must be leashed. Consider visiting with the family, including the family pet, and enjoying the outdoors together! 【Official Website】Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park – Official Website https://www.takinopark.com/ 【TripAdvisor】Takino Suzuran Hillside National Park https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g298560-d1384143-Reviews-Kokuei_Takino_Suzuran_Hillside_National_Park-Sapporo_Hokkaido.html