City: Hokkaido
Top Things to do in Hokkaido
Top 10 Historic Sites in Hokkaido, Japan
Hokkaido (北海道, Hokkaidō, literally "Northern Sea Circuit") (Japanese: [hokkaꜜidoː] ( listen)), formerly known as Ezo, Yezo, Yeso, or Yesso, is the second largest island of Japan, and the largest and northernmost prefecture. The Tsugaru Strait separates Hokkaido from Honshu. The two islands are connected by the undersea railway Seikan Tunnel. The largest city on Hokkaido is its capital, Sapporo, which is also its only ordinance-designated city. About 43 km north of Hokkaido lies Sakhalin Island, Russia, whereas to its east and north-east are the disputed Kuril Islands.
Restaurants in Hokkaido
1. Kyu Soma-tei
2. Old Nakamura Residence
3. Hokkaido Jingu
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4.0 based on 1,187 reviews
Reviewed By Ssummerbreeze
and absolutely loved it! I also enjoyed that there were very few people and the walk to the shinsa was through a nice park with tons of trees. Easy walking distance from the subway station as well.
4. Former Hokkaido Government Office Building
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4.0 based on 2,131 reviews
Reviewed By PeterthePauper - Ulsan, South Korea
Whereas in other seasons the building may be framed by a sea of different hues, visiting in January, the colourful building stands out against a monochromatic background of a grey sky and a blanket of fresh snow. The Former Hokkaido Government Office Building is nicknamed "Akarenga", which literally means "Red Brick", for obvious reasons. Although there is currently no entry to the building itself, whilst it undergoes a long-term restoration, you are free to wander the grounds at will. Look out for the informative signboard near the entrance to the grounds which summarises the history of the Old Red Brick building over the following time periods:- 1869 : Launch of the Hokkaido Development Commission, 1888 : Completion of Red Brick Government Building, 1909 : A Domeless Red Brick Government Building, and 1968 : The Red Brick Building in the Modern Era. The same informative signboard contains a couple of factoids in addition regarding the Red Star ("Goryosei" - five pointed star) on the roof, and the 2.5 million red bricks used in its' construction. I was quite fascinated by the level of protection given to trees and shrubs to prevent them from being damaged by the weight of snow. Worthwhile and fascinating visit in this winter landscape!
5. Hoheikan
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4.0 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Hoheikan is a wooden building constructed in Western style in the 19th century, when Japan was opening to the world. Its function was as a "guest house" where VIPs stayed when they visited the city. The building is painted pastel blue, quite an unusual colour. Among other guests, three Emperors of Japan stayed there. A small fee is charged to enter the building. Hoheikan is in Nakajima Park. The autumn leaves make a spectacular show.
6. Hokkaido University Agricultural Department Farm 2
7. Seikatei
8. Goryokaku Park
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4.0 based on 1,389 reviews
Reviewed By suzan4379 - Toronto, Canada
Nice quiet park ...........great to walk around and visit especially when the cherry blossoms are out. Located in an area where there are also lots of shops etc...
