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Posted from Monbetsu Tourist Information Center! This time, we will introduce the impressions and charms of Monbetsu to the two people who are currently working as trainees. ・Darshani Weeerakkodi (from Sri Lanka / live in Yokohama) Nice to meet you? We came to Monbetsu on 2023.07.30. I ate ramen ? at a Chinese restaurant as I came. I also got delicious bean paste sweets from this shop. It was very tasty. (The ramen in the photo is another shop "Ramen Nishiya") On the second day, we went sightseeing in Monbetsu. - Okhotsk Sky Tower? ー Crab Claw Statue ? - Seal Land ? ーIce Sea Observatory Tower Okhotsk Tower⚓️?? -The drift icebreaker is the Rinko ⛴️ ーDrift Ice Science Center❄️?, I went to see such a place. I was surprised that it was a place that I couldn't see anywhere else. When I went to Okhotsk Sky Tower, Monbetsu looked like a map ?. I was surprised to hear that the Crab Claw Statue object weighed 7 tons. In Seal Land, the time I went was the time for a seal rice called Mina. It was interesting to go as it was so that I wouldn't mind calling her Mina. I also saw the Rinko ⛴️ for the first time. The place I really enjoyed was the location of the drift ice science center GIZA. It was cold inside the -20C, but it was interesting. I was able to see and touch the big drift ice ? and fish ? in the ice, which I had never experienced before. I also saw plankton called Clione for the first time. From the third day, I started working at the Monbetsu Tourist Information Center. I worked on websites and introductions for foreigners. On the fourth day, I went to take pictures of the famous place of Monbetsu with the office staff. - Omsaro Nature View House ? - Okhotsk Garden ? ーI went to see the coast ?. I took a lot of beautiful pictures. From the fourth day, I have been making videos using the photos and videos ?I have taken so far and putting them in the social media. I really enjoyed working with the people at the office. Everyone is kind and gentle, always helping me. Also, thank you to Mr. Onukiyama of the city hall and Mr. Nakamura of the Monbetsu Tourist Information Center, who have been helping me from where I came to Monbetsu until now. Thank you for your support. It was really fun to come to Monbetsu's Inter ship and have a good experience.

This time, we will introduce the impressions and charms of Monbetsu to the two people who are currently working as trainees. ・Le Thi Lan Huong (from Vietnam / live in Yokohama) Nice to meet you, my name is Fong. I'm from Vietnam. I did a one-week internship in Monbetsu. When I came to Monbetsu for the first time, there were fewer houses and buildings than in Yokohama. Instead, there are many trees, flowers and the sea. The atmosphere was ? very comfortable. I couldn't interact with many people, but everyone was friendly and kind. I stayed at Monbetsu Prince Hotel ?. Every day when I leave after the internship, I say, "Thank you for your hard work." I was told. I was impressed. ? ♀️? I feel like I'm coming home to myself. The charm of crest... It's not buzzing, it's not brilliant. There is a special charm of Monbetsu City. The tranquility and gentle scenery are ? attractive. If you are tired from work and need a place to relax, Monbetsu City is the place to go. In addition to the scenery, there are experiences and tours that can only be found in Monbetsu City. For example, the Sea of ? Okhotsk ... Recommended in summer is a large Crab Claw Statue object ? and view of the Sea of Okhotsk. Next is a forest park ??️, green grass and yellow flowers ? dotted around. It was very beautiful. A lot of huge ice ❄️? floes come in winter, you can do snow sports (skiing, snowboarding⛷️ ⛸️...). Others have flower gardens in spring, summer and autumn. Purple lavender?, pink moss phlox ?, red yellow orange tulips ? . Everyone, please come to Monbetsu City. ??

Karin looks at the hot and melting keeper with a cool face.

Nice to meet you! Monbetsu Tourist Information Center. Monbetsu City, located in the middle of Okhotsk in Hokkaido, is a wonderful area surrounded by the rich sea and lush nature. Access to Monbetsu City, Hokkaido is easily accessible by direct flight from Haneda Airport in Tokyo to Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport (one round trip per day, approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes). From Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport to Monbetsu City, it takes about 17 minutes by free airport shuttle bus. You can also use intercity buses from Sapporo and Asahikawa, and route buses from JR Engaru and JR Nayoro. The bus ride takes about 5 hours from Sapporo, about 3 hours from Asahikawa, about 2 hours from Nayoro, and about 1 hour from Engaru. You can also rent a car from the airport or train station and enjoy free travel. The weather and climate of Monbetsu City, Hokkaido, are cold in winter and even more cold in the latter half of winter, when drift ice arrives. In summer, the average temperature is around 25 degrees Celsius, making it a comfortable climate. Monbetsu City, Hokkaido is full of attractions! In this post, we will bring you some of the recommended sightseeing spots. Monbetsu City, Hokkaido is a great spot where you can enjoy drift ice (sea ice) up close! The popular Garinko cruise offers a tour of the Sea of Okhotsk. The sight of an icebreaker crushing drift ice is impressive! We offer attractive plans depending on the time of year, such as fishing cruises in "Garinko II", summer vacation cruises at "Garinko III IMERU", and scallop fishing watching cruises. For fishing on the Garinko, fishing equipment can be rented. Since there is little shaking and the handrail is high, even children can use it with confidence. On the undersea floor of the "Ice Sea Observatory Okhotsk Tower", which is the northernmost underwater observatory in Japan, you can see the magnificent scenery of the Sea of Okhotsk. On the third floor of the tower, you can spend an elegant time at Cafe Campanio on the Sea, a café overlooking the Sea of Okhotsk in 360 degrees. "Okhotsk Sea Ice Museum of Hokkaido GIZA" is a facility where you can experience drift ice throughout the year. There are plenty of exhibits where you can learn about the wonders of drift ice (sea ice) in an easy-to-understand manner, and you can also see Clione, which is called the sea fairy. In the extremely cold experience room of minus 20 degrees Celsius, you can touch the actual drift ice. Next, the "Okhotsk Sky Tower" at the top of Mt. Oyama is an observation tower that stands at an altitude of 334m. You can enjoy a spectacular view of the Sea of Okhotsk, Shiretoko, the Daisetsu mountain range, and drift ice in winter. A popular unique tourist spot is "Crab Claw Statue (object)"! It is a claw object of a snow crab with a height of 12 m, a width of 6 m, and a weight of 7 tons. It was created by Toshi Nagasaki, a sculptor from Tokyo. It is a popular photo spot for tourists who want to take commemorative photos. Next up is the Okhotsk Tokkari Center. It is a valuable facility in Japan that protects and raises seals. It is operated by two facilities: "Seal Land" and "Seal Sea Paradise". The Okhotsk Tokkari Center sheltered four seals in 1987, and now more than 20 seals are bred. (As of July 2023) The feeding experience at "Seal Sea Paradise" is a chance to see cute seals up close! Participation is accepted (numbered tickets are distributed) from 40 minutes before the feeding time. The capacity is 5 people on a first-come, first-served basis each time, but those who do not have a numbered ticket can also visit. Summer vacation and long holidays can be crowded, so if you wish to participate, please come early. Okhotsk Ryuhyo Park, about 15 minutes by car from the center of Monbetsu City, is a vast park with the theme of "a great landscape with a view of drift ice and a great scenery where you can hear the noise of the tide." Admission is free. The park is divided into 4 blocks of A~D, where you can enjoy the playground equipment and nature. The "Okhotsk Lavender Field" in Block A has about 12,000 trees and four varieties of lavender planted. The best time to see them is from late June to late July. In Block C, there is "Makiba no Hiroba Park Golf Course", and the course can be used free of charge at the reception, and equipment can be rented. There are plenty of accommodation facilities in Monbetsu City! Some hotels have hot springs, which can be expected to beautify your skin and heal the fatigue of traveling. Finally, I would like to introduce the exquisite gourmet food of Monbetsu City! In Monbetsu City, you can enjoy fresh seafood and local specialties. The large scallops grown under the drift ice of Okhotsk are thick and rich! Processed products are also perfect as souvenirs. There are also seasonal recommendations, including spring horsehair crab and autumn salmon! "Zuwaigani Kouramori" is a specialty not to be missed! We also recommend seafood dishes and local dishes that use plenty of seafood. Monbetsu City, Hokkaido is a treasure trove of nature and the best spot where you can spend a moment of excitement and healing. In COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, we will continue to tell you about the charm of Monbetsu City. Thank you for your continued support!

Every Saturday and Sunday in August, and on August 11th ~ 15th, from 11:45 a.m., we will hold a summer event "Ice Fruit Galigari Time" by baby bears! Will this year's cubs be able to eat ice with fruit in it? Please ? come and see it.

This is a video of konbu fishing in Omu Town. From July to August, small boats are used for konbu fishing. If you shoot from directly above with a drone, the transparency of the sea is high, and the konbu swaying in the sea is beautiful. In addition, the hard work of the fishermen is conveyed once again. The video is posted on YouTube. #Kombu fishing is at its peak!! 4K Konbu from Otake is on sale at the online shop "Oumu Umaimonmarket". #Omu Town Tourism Association #Oumuumaimon Market

Nice to meet you, Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel. In the future, this account will be used to provide you with the latest information about the hotel, events around the hotel, and tourist information! 【Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel】 Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel is located in the center of the northern entertainment district "Susukino", and there are many famous sightseeing spots, and it is a 1-minute walk from Susukino Subway Station, so it can be used as a base for sightseeing and business. We offer various accommodation plans, so please check the "Plan List" on the official website when making a reservation! 【Access】 It is conveniently located a 1-minute walk from Exit 4 of Susukino Station on the Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line. We also have a parking lot for 110 cars, so please make use of it. In addition, we cannot guide guests or those who plan to stay if the parking lot is full, so we recommend that you make a reservation. 【Restaurant "Southwest"】 The on-site restaurant "Southwest" is full of Hokkaido flavors using Hokkaido ingredients such as delicious agricultural and marine products from Hokkaido. 〇 Breakfast buffet We offer many menus unique to Hokkaido, such as the fluffy and pulpy "dashi rolled egg" made right in front of you by the hotel's chef, the "seafood makanadon bowl" that is sprinkled with seafood such as salmon roe, shrimp, and salmon and eaten with untan soy sauce, and miso ramen. 〇 Lunch buffet A weekly menu of chef demonstrations and roast beef from the popular menu are available every day. Please enjoy Japanese, Western and Chinese cuisine, desserts, and other dishes made with special ingredients discovered by the chef. We will continue to update the latest information on our hotel, advantageous accommodation plan information, and information on nearby sightseeing spots from time to time! 【Basic Information】 Address: 〒064-8509 Sapporo-shi Chuo-ku Minami 4-jo Nishi 5-chome 1 Phone number: 011-531-0109 Access: 1-minute walk from Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line "Susukino Station" Exit 4

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Ladies and gentlemen watching the COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! Nice to meet you! Noboribetsu Bear Park. Located in Noboribetsu City, Hokkaido, "Noboribetsu Bear Park Noboribetsu Mabokujo" is a ranch where the rich nature and cute bears welcome you at the top of a Mt. Shihorei where Lake Kuttara is located. In this post, we will inform you about the details of the Noboribetsu Bear Park and sightseeing in the surrounding area. First of all, we will introduce the facility information of Noboribetsu Bear Park. As of 2023, Noboribetsu Bear Park has about 70 brown bears in captivity. There are several exhibits of Ezo brown bears in the bear farm, and you can see male brown bears at Farm 1, female brown bears at Farm 2, and 0-year-old cubs at Baby Bear Farm (end of April ~ beginning of December). Bears in Ranch 1 and Ranch 2 can be given bear treats. Enjoy the feeding experience with cute bears begging for treats! The male bears in the first farm are much larger than the females and beg for snacks leisurely. In addition, there is a "human cage" where you can observe bears at close range through the glass, so you can enjoy watching bears carefully. Please enjoy a commemorative photo with the bear through the glass. The female bears in Ranch No. 2 are very active, standing on two legs, lying down, and begging for treats in fancy poses. You can observe the movement, dexterity and cleverness of the bear. In addition, the second farm also holds individual replacement events for "young bears" and "veteran bears" on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. In addition, we hold "Bear Athletics" twice a day where you can see bears' abilities such as excellent sense of balance and manual dexterity, such as "log walking" and "forage hunting" by bears. In addition to bears, "squirrel enclosure" also raises Eurasian red squirrel and chipmunks. Ducks are raised at the duck racing course, and you can watch duck races 6 times a day. If you successfully hit the target of the duck that finishes with one dress, you will receive original goods. Bear Farm has plenty of other facilities to enjoy! The Brown Bear Museum exhibits materials about taxidermy and brown bears by generation. On the second floor, there is also a trick art corner where brown bears jump out. Please enjoy taking a commemorative photo. At Kumayama Cafe on the first floor, you can enjoy coffee and sweets, as well as original menus with bear motifs such as "Bear Foot Curry" and various gourmet foods such as Noboribetsu local gourmet "Enma Ramen". On the roof of the Brown Bear Museum, there is also the "Lake Kuttara Observatory"! You can overlook Lake Kuttara and the primeval forests of Shikotsu-Toya National Park, the Pacific Ocean, Orofure Pass, Mt. Raiba, the Oshima Peninsula and the Shimokita Peninsula. "Ainu Village (Ainu Kotan)" is an area where you can experience the culture of the Ainu, the indigenous people of Hokkaido. Ainu dwellings and valuable tools such as porocipu (large boats) and tamasai (necklaces) are on display. The shop in the facility is lined with various souvenirs such as cute bear goods and original products, and you can take home wonderful memories with the bears. Next, we will introduce access to the Noboribetsu Bear Park. From Sapporo, it takes about 90~110 minutes by train, highway bus or car. 【Access from Sapporo】 ◎ Access by train (about 90 minutes) From JR Sapporo Station, get off at Noboribetsu Station. Take the Donan Bus, get off at Noboribetsu Onsen Bus Terminal, and walk for about 5 minutes. ◎ Access by highway bus (about 110 minutes) From Sapporo, take the Donan Bus, get off at Noboribetsu Onsen Bus Terminal, and walk for about 5 minutes. ◎ Access by car (about 100 minutes) From Sapporo, take the expressway to Sapporo Kita IC, take the Hokkaido Expressway to Noboribetsu Higashi IC, and then take the general road for about 10 minutes. From New Chitose Airport, it takes 70~80 minutes by train, highway bus or car. 【Access from New Chitose Airport】 ◎ Access by train (about 80 minutes) Take the bus from JR New Chitose Station and get off at Noboribetsu Station. Take the Donan Bus, get off at Noboribetsu Onsen Bus Terminal, and walk for about 5 minutes. ◎ Access by highway bus (about 75 minutes) From New Chitose, take the Donan Bus, get off at Noboribetsu Onsen Bus Terminal, and walk for about 5 minutes. ◎ Access by car (about 70 minutes) From New Chitose, take the expressway to Tomakomai Higashi IC, take the Hokkaido Expressway to Noboribetsu Higashi IC, and then take the general road for about 10 minutes. A parking lot is available. To enter the Noboribetsu Bear Park, you need to take the ropeway (gondola lift). ※ Round-trip ropeway fare is included in the admission fee of the Noboribetsu Bear Park. You can get on from "Ropeway Mountain Base Station" in Noboribetsu hot spring town. While enjoying the superb view, the ropeway experience of about 7 minutes is perfect for memories of your trip! Finally, we will introduce some of the sightseeing spots around Noboribetsu Bear Park. Located in the northeast of Noboribetsu Onsen Town, Noboribetsu Jigokudani is the source of Noboribetsu Onsen. It is an explosive volcanic site with a diameter of about 450 meters and an area of about 11 ha, and white steam rises from the fumaroles. In Noboribetsu Jigokudani, a slope is installed, and you can observe the air outlet with a truly hellish atmosphere up close. Karakuri Enmado, which was created as a commemorative project for the 30th Noboribetsu Hell Festival, is also a popular tourist spot. There are six times a day called "Judgment of Hell" (10 a.m., 11 a.m., 13 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., 5 p.m., 8 p.m. Enma-sama's expression changes for about 5 minutes. We hope you will enjoy these sightseeing spots with your Noboribetsu Bear Park. Information on Noboribetsu Bear Park admission fees (as of August 2023). It is 2,800 yen for adults and 1,400 yen for children (free for children under 3 years old). On website ticket sites such as JTB and PassMarket, there are also advance tickets that can be purchased at a great price. It can also be purchased at convenience stores, so please refer to the official website when purchasing. At "Noboribetsu Bear Park", you can enjoy a trip to Hokkaido full of wonderful memories. We will continue to provide you with the latest information on Noboribetsu Bear Park, so thank you!

It is a sunflower field in Otofuke. It shines in the blue sky. Bees were busy collecting nectar and carrying a lot of pollen.

? A major summer event "Tomakomai Port Festival" ? For 3 days from August 4th (Friday) to 6th (Sunday), "Tomakomai Port Festival" will be held at Central Park in Wakakusa Town! ?✨ There are about 100 stalls lined up, where you can taste Tomakomai's specialties and drink beer in the beer garden! On stage, in addition to singing and dancing shows, character shows and comedy live performances will also be held! On Saturday the 5th, a fireworks festival called "Tomamin Tomakomai Centennial Fireworks" is planned! Powerful fireworks color the ? night sky In addition, there are many other events such as "Tomakomai Citizen Odori" where Tomakomai citizens dance as one and a haunted house! Why don't you make memories in Tomakomai this summer? ?

Obihiro Shrine I visited at dusk. The Hanachozu is being held until August 1st. At the assembly center, there will be an exhibition of giant flowers until 8/15. About 15 minutes by car from Tokachigawa Onsen Town to Obihiro Shrine. ■Hanachozu of Summer ~TOKONATSU~ 《25帖》R5 Finished June 30~July 2 《26-jo》R5 July 15~July 17 Finished 《27》R5 July 29th ~ August 1st 【Ongoing】 《28》R5 August 11~August 15 (tentative) ■Annual Festival Hanachozu ~MIYUKI~ 《29》R5 September 22~September 25 (planned)

kominka Cafe Jorro I had pancakes and cold brew iced coffee. Every menu is attractive, such as curry and cakes that use mainly local ingredients and do not use chemical seasonings! The coffee beans are made from Morihiko in Sapporo, and the pancakes and coffee were very delicious. The atmosphere of the restaurant and the taste of the food were ✨ great. Address: 1-11 Kinoshinmachi Otofuke Kawahigashi-gun, Hokkaido Hours:11:00~17:00 Closed: Sundays

Hello! ?‍♀️ Shintoku Tourism Association. Gather children who like trains ?~ ❗️ From Saturday, August 5, the "Takutetsu Kiha 112" model children's train ? will operate 10 times at JR Shintoku Station. The train is an original train that imitates the Takutetsu Kiha 112, and the trolley is connected and runs on a track ? of about 50 meters. ✌️ Admission is free for children and 200 yen for adults. If you come by car, please use the free parking lot on the north side of the station because it is currently under construction due to the ?️無️ 無️?️ redevelopment in front of the station.

Hello! ?‍♀️ Shintoku Tourism Association. From today, we have added 4 new mountain bikes ?to the rental bicycle ? "Shinkuru" ? in front of Shintoku Station. I think that you will be able to run with peace of mind to destinations that were a little difficult to drive on unpaved roads such as Poppo Road and Mt. Masuda in the city cycle so far. Like 無️ City Cycle, you can use it for free, so please feel free 無️ to use it! ?‍♀️

Hello! ?‍♀️ Shintoku Tourism Association. Today, the luxury train ? "The Royal Express", ✨ which travels around Hokkaido for 3 nights and 4 days, will stop at Shintoku Station, so the Tourism Association is also holding a banner and banner. ✋ Since it was a stop of a super luxury train, the station master of Shintoku was also welcomed in formal clothes ?. The weather was nice and ☀️ we welcomed and saw off in the hope that the scenery of Shintoku Town, the gateway to Tokachi, would leave an impression on our customers. ?

Introducing the post COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account "Obihiro Tourism and Convention Association"! The Tokachi Port Fireworks Festival is a fireworks festival held at the port of Hiroo, Hiroo District, Hokkaido. The powerful fireworks that bloom on the water, such as star mines and large balls, are a must-see. ◆Tokachi Port Fireworks Festival◆ 【Date】Saturday, August 5, 2023 【Place】Tokachi Port Pier 4, Hiroo-cho, Hiroo-gun, Hokkaido

The program of the 68th Tomakomai Port Festival has been completed! Finally, we will introduce the program of the 68th Tomakomai Port Festival to be held next week from 12:00 on Friday, August 4th! The cover of the program adopts a design written by a junior high school student in the city who was selected as the grand prize out of a total of 17 entries! There will be plenty of stage events during the festival, including the opening ceremony on Friday, August 4, a character show that is very popular with children on Saturday, August 5, a Yoshimoto comedy live on Sunday, August 6, and a jumbo lottery to win luxurious prizes totaling 1 million yen! On Saturday, August 5, the "Tomakomai Citizens' Odori" will be held from 10:00, which will be revived for the first time in four years, and from 19:30, the "Tomamin Tomakomai Centennial Fireworks" will be the centerpiece, where large fireworks illuminate the night sky of Tomakomai using sound and light! On Sunday, August 6, from 12:15, the "Marching Festival Port Carnival" will be held for the first time in four years, just like the citizens' odori! In addition, for three days from August 4 (Friday) to August 6 (Sunday), about 110 stalls will be lined up at the main venue, and there will be many events that make you feel the summer of Tomakomai City, such as beer gardens, so please come and visit the venue.

Nice to meet you, I'm Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu. In the future, this account will provide the latest information on Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu and information on sightseeing spots in the area. 【Access】 Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu is a 3-minute walk from Nakajima Koen Subway Station. Susukino is also within walking distance and has good access, making it an ideal base for traveling in Sapporo. There is also a free shuttle bus from JR Sapporo Station to the hotel, so please take advantage of it. Please note that the hotel also has parking, but it is on a first-come, first-served basis as advance reservations have not been made. 【Room】 There are room types such as "Standard", "Superior", "Deluxe" "Premier" and "Suite". Amenities such as slippers, bath towels, toothbrushes, nightwear, and deodorant spray are available in the rooms. 【Restaurant】 The hotel has a Western-style restaurant "Ravre" with an elegant atmosphere. We are open from 7 a.m. and have a lunch buffet from 11:30 a.m. 【Shop】 Open from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. In addition to drinks and sweets, we also offer souvenirs and seafood from Hokkaido. 【Currency Exchange Machine】 Currency exchange machines are available 24 hours a day. Compatible banknotes are as follows. ・Euro・Pound・Australian Dollar・Yuan Taiwan Dollar・Hong Kong Dollar・Won・Singapore Dollar・Thai Parts・Indonesian Rupee・Malaysian Ringgit We will continue to deliver the latest information on Sapporo Excel Hotel, accommodation plan information, and nearby sightseeing spots. 【Sapporo Excel Hotel Tokyu】 Address・・〒064-0808 Hokkaido Sapporo-shi Chuo-ku Minami 8-jo Nishi 5-420 Phone number: 011-533-0109 Access by subway・・Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line Nakajima Koen Station 3 minutes on foot 　　　　　　　　　　　Sapporo Municipal Subway Namboku Line Susukino Station 8 minutes walk

Introducing the post of "Tokachigawa Onsen Tourist Association" COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account! The Bakkansai Festival held in Hokkaido Otofuke is a festival with the theme of "wheat play". You can enjoy special gourmet foods such as stone-oven pizza and gourmet dishes using delicious wheat in the kitchen car. There will also be stage events and tractor exhibitions and test drives. ◆The 10th Mugikan Festival◆ 【Date】Saturday, August 19, 2023 10:00~14:00 【Place】Wheat field at Takenaka Farm

The wheat harvest has begun, and wheat culm rolls can be seen all over the fields. This colo-colo will be a bed for cows! The scenery typical of Hokkaido Tokachi spreads out. * It is an important field of farmers. Please do not go inside.

Tokachigawa Onsen's popular ramen shop "Denraku" I had spicy miso hot noodles! Normally, I often line up before entering the store, but on this day, I was lucky enough to be able to sit down easily. The soup is also full of ingredients! The noodles are homemade noodles made from Tokachi wheat "Yumechikara". Choose thick noodles, they have a firm texture and are delicious! It was hot until the end, and I had soup. You can also order a zosui set for +310 yen. Address: 15-1 Tokachigawa Onsenkita Otofuke Kawahigashi-gun, Hokkaido Closed: Tuesdays 11：00〜21：00 / L.O 20:30

Beautifully spreading moss carpet "Tarumae Garo" The Tarumae Garo is located in the Mt. Tarumae forest and is 1979 (Showa 54) designated as a natural environmental protection district of Tomakomai City. The sheer rocks create a unique landscape, and about 100 kinds of dark green moss stick to the rock surface, making it look like a velvet carpet. The best time to see them is from June to July every year. * Currently, there is a risk of rock collapse, so please do not go down to the river. * Shooting with a drone. Tomakomai City Tourism Promotion Division official YouTube has released a sightseeing PR video (Tarumae Garo edition) Short Ver, so please take a look from the QR code!

Introducing the post COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account "Tokachi Tourism Federation"! Tokachi, Hokkaido is a region made up of 19 municipalities. It is also famous for red beans, potatoes and wheat. Rich in nature, Lake Shikaribetsu is a popular tourist destination. You can also enjoy the outdoors such as rafting and horse riding.

"The 10th Mugikan Festival" will be held! You can enjoy freshly harvested wheat with all five senses. There are many fun events such as selling freshly picked wheat bread, rolling barley rolls, and tractor test drives! 【Date & Time】Saturday, August 19, 2023 10:00~14:00 【Place】Wheat field at Takenaka Farm 【Admission】Adults 1,500, Elementary and junior high school students 500 yen *Cancelled in case of rain

Introducing the post COOL JAPAN VIDEOS official social media account "Ebetsu Tourism Association"! Ebetsu City, Hokkaido is a town located in the center of the Ishikari Plain. Specialties include "Haruyutaka", which is said to be a phantom wheat, and "Ezo Tajima beef". There are also many attractive sightseeing spots such as "Ebetsu City Forest Campsite" and "Ebetsu Brick".

At the beginning of June, the still lush wheat fields turn golden and the harvest is about to begin. It is the largest producer of wheat Otofuke in Japan. In the field after harvesting, barley culm rolls (which become beds for cows) are ready. The harvested wheat is transformed into delicious bread and udon noodles. There are many delicious bakeries and cake shops in Tokachi. The price is also very reasonable, with bread in the 100 yen range and cake in the 200 yen range. When you see the crops that are actually grown in this way, you develop a sense of gratitude for what you eat.

Nice to meet you! It is the Tokachi Tourism Federation. We would like to introduce the attractive information of Hokkaido Tokachi, which is blessed with vast land and beautiful nature. First of all, we will deliver the basic information of Tokachi. Tokachi is made up of 19 municipalities, including the central city of Obihiro. "19 Municipalities of Tokachi" Obihiro City, Otofuke, Shihoro Town, Kamishihoro Town, Shikaoi Town, Shintoku Town, Shimizu Town, Memuro Town, Naka Satsunai Village, Sarabetsu Village, Taiki Town, Hiroo Town, Makubetsu, Ikeda Town, Toyokoro Town, Honbetsu Town, Ashoro, Rikubetsu Town, Urahoro Town The origin of the place name Tokachi in Hokkaido comes from the fact that it was called "Tokapuchi", which means Tokachi River in the Ainu language used by the indigenous people of Hokkaido. Due to the continental climate of Tokachi, the temperature in spring and summer is relatively high even in Hokkaido. In winter, the minimum temperature is -30 degrees Celsius, but there is little snow and there is a lot of sunny weather. The main route to Tokachi is from Tokachi-Obihiro Airport by plane. Tokachi Obihiro Airport is about one and a half hours from Haneda Airport and about 1 hour and 45 minutes from central Nagoya. By train, you can travel from Sapporo to JR Obihiro Station in as little as 2 hours and 24 minutes. Tokachi is a treasure trove of nature, and each of the 19 municipalities and regions is full of diverse attractions, and there are many sightseeing spots where you can encounter beautiful scenery and animals. In this post, we will introduce some of the popular sightseeing spots. Banei Tokachi (Obihiro Racecourse) in Obihiro City is the only racecourse in the world that holds the Banei Horse Race, where racehorses compete by pulling sleds. In the Banei race, you compete in strength, speed, and endurance. The powerful sight of running on the 200-meter-long course is a must-see! In addition, there is a "petting zoo" where you can interact with ponies and rabbits, and you can enter even on days when there are no races. The next place to introduce is "Tokachi Hills" in Makubetsu. It is a complex of nature and flowers spreading on the hill, and you can enjoy themed gardens with the main theme of "agriculture and food". Various flowers such as roses and herbs are in bloom, and you can enjoy the flowers throughout the year. At the garden café in the park, there are also menus that can only be eaten here, such as a sandwich caskoot made with roasted ham from the world's only national treasure (Hungarian national treasure) "Mangalica pork". Next, we will introduce the sightseeing spots around Tokachi Hills. "Kofuku Station" is about 20 minutes by car from Tokachi Hills. Booming in the 1970s with the catchphrase "From the land of love to happiness", the sacred place for lovers "Kofuku Station" is still a popular spot for couples wishing for happiness. From the end of April ~ the end of November, we also hold a "Kofuku Station Happy Ceremony" where you can experience a mock wedding. Aikoku Station, which also boomed like the Kofuku Station, is located about 15 minutes by car from the Kofuku Station. Currently, it is known as the "Transportation Memorial Museum", and the "Happiness Yuki" ticket monument in front of the station building is recommended as a photo spot. Tokachigawa Onsen, which can be reached in about 25 minutes by car from Tokachi Hills, is a hot spring village on the banks of the Tokachi River. "Mall Onsen", which can be enjoyed at Tokachigawa Onsen, has been selected as a Hokkaido Heritage Site and is a valuable plant-based hot spring in Japan. The effects of Mole Onsen include neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, chronic women's diseases, and sensitivity to cold. There are also hotels in the vicinity where you can take a day trip. While surrounded by beautiful nature, you can heal your daily fatigue by soaking in hot springs. In the Tokachi area, there are 15 roadside stations that provide local specialties, gourmet food, and tourist information. (As of July 2023) The railway station was renovated in 2011, and Roadside Station Ashoro Ginga Hall 21 is a roadside station in Ashoro that still retains the remnants of the railway. At the shop and bakery, you can enjoy bread made with Japan's largest butterbur, Rawanbuki, which is also a specialty of the Ashoro, and local gourmet dishes such as rawan buki soft at the restaurant. The local gourmet "pork bowl" that you can enjoy at the "Kumanoko Community Exchange Product Center Store" is also a gem that you can't miss! At the roadside station, you can spend valuable time unique to the region, such as food using local specialties. Please stop by for memories of your trip. Next, we will introduce spots where you can come into contact with the vast nature of Hokkaido. Lake Onneto, one of the three most secret lakes in Hokkaido, is a tourist attraction located in the westernmost part of Akan-Mashu National Park. Since the color of the water surface changes depending on the season and time, it is also called "Goshikinuma". The observation deck, where you can enjoy the view of the Lake Onneto with Mt. Meakan and Akan Fuji in the background, is a recommended viewing spot. The Taushubetsu River Bridge (Lake Nukabira) in Kamishihoro Town is a 130-meter-long concrete arch bridge built in 1937. There are about 60 arch bridges of various sizes that were previously used as the JNR Shihoro Line, and they are preserved as modern industrial heritage. In spring, the snow melts and the water level rises, and the reflection of the arch on the surface of the water can be seen on the glasses, so it is also called "Spectacle Bridge". Mikuni Toge (Kamishihoro Town) in Daisetsuzan National Park is the highest mountain pass in Hokkaido at an altitude of 1,139 meters. There is no doubt that you will be fascinated by the beauty and power of nature, such as the sea of fresh green trees and vivid autumn leaves. At Mikuni Pass Café at the top of Mikuni Pass, special menus such as home-roasted hand drip coffee are popular. The last "Tokachi Ranch" we will introduce is a vast ranch with an area of 4,092 hectares in Otofuke. We raise Hokkaido horses, sheep and cows. The 1.3km birch avenue that continues from the entrance of the ranch is a popular spot. In Tokachi, Hokkaido, various events are held throughout the year. The Tokachi Port Festival "Tokachi Port Fireworks Festival" held in Hiroo Town is the only fireworks festival held at the port in the Tokachi area. The underwater fireworks spreading on the surface of the sea are one of the highlights! In 2023, it is scheduled to be held on August 5. The "Obihiro Plain Festival" in summer, the "Obihiro Chrysanthemum Festival" in autumn, and the "Obihiro Ice Festival" in winter are popular festivals as "Three Major Festivals of Obihiro". In addition, the "Kachimai Fireworks Festival" held on the banks of the Tokachi River is a fireworks festival that is a hot topic for its highly entertaining composition. You can watch a fireworks show with music, lighting and fireworks. In 2023, it will be held on August 13. Tokachi, Hokkaido is an attractive region that harmonizes vast nature with gastronomy, hot springs, and sightseeing spots. We will continue to deliver sightseeing spots, events, gourmet information, etc. in the Tokachi area that we could not tell you in this post! Stay tuned!

Was in Sapporo over the weekend for an errand and had enough time to stop by a few places before having to leave. Took a walk through Nakajima Park early in the morning and saw a turtle and a heron relaxing by one of the ponds. There were also a bunch of ducks enjoying breakfast in the grass nearby. Also managed to stop by Hokkaido Shrine and and the Sapporo Beer Museum, both of which were very cool. I really liked the architecture of Hokkaido Shrine, and it was fun reading the signs to read about the different emperors that had visited the shrine and in what year. The beer museum was fun as well. Learning about all the history was really cool, and seeing the different advertisements used throughout the years was pretty neat as well. Ended up buying matching cups and I got a shirt as well. Hokkaido Shrine and the Sapporo Beer Museum are definitely two of the best spots to visit in Sapporo if you ask me. I would have liked to visit Shiroi Koibito Park as well, but they were already closed by the time we were able to visit, so I guess that’ll have to wait for next time. Was a great time overall.