3-night, 4-day sample itinerary around Aomori, and Southern and Central Hokkaido. A trip to get in touch with nature and local culture.

3-night, 4-day sample itinerary around Aomori, and Southern and Central Hokkaido. A trip to get in touch with nature and local culture.

This course allows you to enjoy many popular outdoor activities and to visit renowned historic and cultural spots around Aomori and the southern and central regions of Hokkaido. A great choice for those who love hands-on experiences.

Sample Itinerary

  • DAY1
  • DAY2
  • DAY3
  • DAY4
Hachinohe Station → Sightseeing at Oirase Stream and Lake Towada → Hachinohe Station → Hon-Hachinohe Station → Hachinohe Food Stall Village Miroku Yokocho
Hon-Hachinohe Station → Mutsu-Minato Station → Tatehana Wharf Morning Market → Hon-Hachinohe Station → Korekawa Jomon Museum → Hachinohe Station → Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station → Hakodate Station
Experience activities in the Niseko area → Night view of Sapporo
Sightseeing in Sapporo → Sapporo Station → Shiraoi Station → Upopoy (National Ainu Museum and Park) → Sapporo Station → Shin Chitose Airport

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Hachinohe Station

About 2 hours and 15 minutes by Oirase-go

Sightseeing at Oirase Stream and Lake Towada

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The 14-kilometer path along the Oirase Stream towards Lake Towada is one of the best sightseeing spots in Aomori. The blue, clear water of the lake brings in many visitors, and the seasonal fresh green leaves and fall foliage are particularly attractive. It is also known as a spiritual and sacred place.

Oirase Stream

Basic Information
Address
183, Okuse, Tochikubo, Towada, Aomori (Oirase Stream Museum)
TEL
0176-75-2425
URL
https://www.aptinet.jp/Detail_display_00000339.html

Lake Towada

Basic Information
Address
486, Yasumiya, Towada Kohan, Okuse, Towada, Aomori (Towadako General Information Center)
TEL
0176-75-2425
URL
http://towadako.or.jp/en/

About 2 hours and 15 minutes by Oirase-go

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JR Hachinohe Station

About 10 minutes via JR Hachinohe Line.

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JR Hon-Hachinohe Station

About 10 minutes on foot.

Hachinohe Food Stall Village Miroku Yokocho

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Miroku Yokocho is long alley that is about 80m long, and lined with 26 food stalls. Each stall serves local Hachinohe food and drinks.

Hachinohe Food Stall Village Miroku Yokocho

Basic Information
Address
10, Muikamachi, Hachinohe, Aomori
TEL
URL
https://www.en-aomori.com/food-046.html

In front of JR Hon-Hachinohe Station (overnight stay)

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JR Hon-Hachinohe Station

About 7 minutes by JR Hachinohe Line

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JR Mutsu-Minato Station

About 10 minutes on foot

Tatehana Wharf Morning Market

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One of the biggest morning markets in Japan, the Tatehana Wharf Morning Market opens early every Sunday. Customers can visit about 300 individual stores here. This huge market sells every kind of food, including fresh seafood, vegetables and other ready-to-eat dishes.

Tatehana Wharf Morning Market

Basic Information
Address
3, Shin Minato, Hachinohe, Aomori

TEL
080-5734-3251 (Minato Sunday Morning Market Cooperative)
URL
https://www.en-aomori.com/food-025.html

About 10 minutes on foot.

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JR Mutsu-Minato Station

About 7 minutes via JR Hachinohe Line

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JR Hon-Hachinohe Station

About 10 minutes on foot

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Bus station, Hachinohe Chushingai Terminal (Chuo-dori)

About 17 minutes by local bus.

Korekawa Jomon Museum

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This museum introduces the culture of the Jomon Period around the Hachinohe and Tohoku area. There are many artifacts on display, including the national treasure "Gassho Dogu", lacquerware, and wooden products of its time.

Korekawa Jomon Museum

Basic Information
Address
1, Yokoyama, Korekawa, Hachinohe, Aomori
TEL
0178-38-9511
URL
https://www.korekawa-jomon.jp/english-toppage/

About 30 minutes by local bus.

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Hachinohe Station

About 1 hour and 30 minutes by Shinkansen

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Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station

About 20 minutes by Hakodate Liner.

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Hakodate Station

About 15 minutes on foot from JR Hakodate Station.

Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse

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One of the most popular sightseeing spots in Hakodate, the warehouse built in the bay area in 1909 is now converted into a shopping mall. Visitors can enjoy shopping, some local food, and the history of Hakodate here.

Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse

Basic Information
Address
14-12, Suehirocho, Hakodate, Hokkaido
TEL
0138-27-5530
URL
https://www.hakodate.travel/en/sightseeing_spots/shopping-spot/kanemori-red-brick-warehouse-stores

Near Hakodate Station (overnight stay)

About 2 hours and 30 minutes by rental car

Experience activities in the Niseko area

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The Niseko area is known for its magnificent nature. A lot of skiers visit this place for its stunning powder snow in winter, while people can also enjoy various kinds of outdoor activities like rafting and trekking in the spring and summer.

Experience activities in the Niseko area

Basic Information
Address
TEL
URL
http://www.niseko-ta.jp/en/

About 2 hours by rental car.

Night View of Sapporo

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Sapporo boasts a great night view. It is best seen from Mt. Moiwa or from the observation decks of tall buildings. The city shows many different sides with its illumination and lights at night.

NORBESA Ferris Wheel Noria

Basic Information
Address
1-1, Minami 3-jo Nishi 5-chome, Chuo, Sapporo
TEL
011-261-8875
URL
https://www.sapporo-yakei.jp/en/

Sapporo (overnight stay)

Sightseeing in Sapporo

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After visiting Akarenga to learn about the history of development of Hokkaido, enjoy the panoramic view from 160m up high from the observation deck of the JR Tower. There are many shops and restaurants too.

Former Hokkaido Government Office Building (Akarenga)

Basic Information
Address
Kita 3-jo Nishi 6-chome, Chuo, Sapporo
TEL
011-204-5019
URL
http://www.sapporo.travel/find/culture/former_hokkaido_government_office/?lang=en

JR Tower Observation Deck T38

Basic Information
Address
5, Kita 5-jo Nishi 2-chome, Chuo, Sapporo
TEL
011-209-5500
URL
http://www.sapporo.travel/find/shops/jr_tower/?lang=en

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Sapporo Station

About 1 hour and 5 minutes via JR Hakodate Main Line

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Shiraoi Station

About 10 minutes on foot

Upopoy (National Ainu Museum and Park)

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Upopoy, the National Ainu Museum and Park in Shiraoi, is scheduled to open in 2020 as part of efforts to revitalize Ainu culture. It is the first and the northernmost national museum that focuses on the history and culture of the Ainu indigenous people.

Upopoy (National Ainu Museum and Park)

Basic Information
Address
2-chome, Wakakusacho, Shiraoicho, Shiraoi-gun, Hokkaido
TEL
011-206-7427
URL
https://ainu-upopoy.jp/en/

About 10 minutes on foot

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Shiraoi Station

About 1 hour and 5 minutes via JR Hakodate Main Line

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Sapporo Station

About 40 minutes via JR Rapid Airport

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Shin Chitose Airport

Recommended Dishes

Hachinohe Senbei-jiru (Hachinohe)
Hachinohe-style soup with rice crackers

https://www.en-aomori.com/food-027.html

Jingiskhan (Sapporo)
Grilled mutton barbeque

* Reference
https://en.visit-hokkaido.jp/

Shime-parfait (Sapporo)
Ice cream parfait dessert

https://sapporo-parfait.com/en/