Really beautiful place. The shrine is all in wood with a traditional design, and the whole area feels very peaceful. It’s well taken care of, and there weren’t too many people, so it was a nice break from the city. Great spot for a quiet stroll or just to enjoy the atmosphere.

Such a beautiful shrine. You walk through a stunning pathway to get there, and they have tea houses that are super cute. I loved the beauty and the vibe of the whole place. Definitely take pictures.

It’s so peaceful and glorious shrine. In summer it’s all only green but still very beautiful. It must be prettier in another season 😍 You can walk a lot here, and in Miyashita park there’s a field where i saw lot of students play volleyball 🍃

We went in the summer, scorching but it calms you, with its nature and its long gravel walk. There’s a park surrounding it, one can easily spend 2-3 hours in that area admiring the architecture and nature.

Nice shrine to visit in Sapporo. It was very peaceful and there were lots of trees. You can leave offerings as well. It was very accesible.

It is always an experience on it’s own when visiting a shrine and that also counts for the Hokkaido Jingu. A spiritual place full of traditions. I could collect an ema as a souvenir and also could write one and hang up on the ema “wall” , which always gives me a warm feeling.

As the main shrine in Hokkaido enshrining 3 pioneer dieties and eventually Meji Emperor himself, its a shrine that you should spend half an afternoon slowly strolling around to soak in the atmosphere and Use ￥100 to get the fortune slips and see what does it say, and for the bad luck, tie it to their racks to cleanse it for a better year ahead, and for those with good, medium or great fortune, bring it home! Overall a historically packed and very chill place. Side track, it has a small tea house offering sweet snacks, ice cream and tea too :)

We went in with the intention to just quickly do a self animal tour but when we went in, we caught ourselves in awe with all these beautiful creatures that share the same land as us. We saw animals that we would never have gotten a chance to see in America. Thank you for having such beautiful animals to show us.

I went to this zoo on a Thursday in late October. I've heard this is the off-season for Sapporo tourism, which may explain why the missing polar bears and a few other exhibits. Even though I was disappointed about the lack of the polar bears, it was okay. The only other sadly disappointment was seeing one of the red pandas pace with obvious mental illness. The tigers, lions, snow leopards were beautiful, and there were quite a few other great exhibits. Keep in mind that if you are nearsighted and have glasses, then your glasses will fog up and you will have problems seeing exhibits in the humidified areas. I was fortunate to have brought my defogging glasses.

I visited Maruyama Zoo in Sapporo recently. The place is clean and well-organized, and there’s a good variety of animals to see. Some enclosures are more spacious than others, but overall the animals seemed well taken care of. It’s a nice spot for families or a quiet afternoon walk. Not too big, so you can see everything in a couple of hours. Worth a visit if you’re nearby, but don’t expect anything too extraordinary.

This zoo needs a lot of tender care. We visited on a Tuesday afternoon, only very few people or visitors were here! But we do see some very young school kids here to have their field day! Even this zoo doesn’t have lots of animals, all the animals they have are in good condition and health. But there are many, I mean many empty stalls without any animals. That makes the zoo looked very sad. The animal that impressed me the most is the tiger. It looks magnificent The polar bear also looks very good. Best wishes to this zoo and the animals!

Pretty good zoo with variety of animals and good space to walk around. However, it can be really hot during summer and some animals will hide avoiding the heat. We saw most of them except the polar bear that they didn’t come out at all as too much heat ytd. Closing time is a bit too soon, 4:30 pm esp during summer though. Feel bad for some birds that didn’t seem to have much space compared to their size and no place to fly at all. Overall with visiting for us, we spent approximately 4:30 hrs there.

Takes about 4 hours to see all the animals. We enjoyed the reptile museum the most. We were amazed how clean and well maintained the zoo was. We actively saw many zoo staff clean the cages and feed the animals.

I visited Maruyama Zoo (円山動物園) in Sapporo during the winter, when everything was covered in white snow. The scenery was beautiful and felt like stepping into another world. Despite the cold weather, all the animals looked healthy and well-cared for, which shows how dedicated the staff are. It was also my first time ever seeing a polar bear, seal, and penguin in real life — such an amazing and memorable experience! My visit was truly enjoyable and left a strong impression on me. I hope to return again someday, perhaps in the summer or autumn, to see the zoo in a different season. Definitely worth a visit if you're ever in Sapporo!

if you have never seen a ski jump place, gotta give it a try. You go up to the top by the ski lift which is fun. At the top, you can feel how high and steep the ski jump thing is. Also you can view the whole Sapporo City. You can grab beer, ice cream, tea, etc and enjoy the view. There is a Sapporo Olympic museum too. You can buy a ticket to see both at a discounted price.

This was an unexpected absolute thrill. Do yourself a favour and find time to visit this iconic ski stadium. The view from the top was breathtaking. We had the added bonus of seeing some skiers taking to the slope for ski jump practice - without snow. This is well worth the visit and very easy to navigate with train and bus from Sapporo. Just don’t miss the last bus at 4.30pm.

Really amazing and interesting. Great view at the top and coming down on the chair lift. You can walk up. There is a side track for people keen.

Thrill and views! 🏔️ Mt. Okura Ski Jump Stadium offers an adrenaline rush and stunning Sapporo cityscapes. A must-visit for ski jump fans and anyone seeking panoramic adventure 😊

This place offer perfect view of Sapporo city. It has a small ice cream shop up there. What a great experience eating ice cream with snow falling and the white Sapporo view.

The site of the Olympic Ski Jump and one takes the chairlift up to the top of the station. Coincidentally (or not) there was a skier practicing off the jump! Very nice souvenir shop with some original items.

One of the cooler experiences I’ve had in Sapporo, the views of the city are beautiful and the size of the ski jump is breath taking. Unfortunately the Olympic museum is closed until March 2023 for renovations. Absolutely worth the trip, we took a taxi because it would have been about double as long a trip from the hotel to actually arrive at the ski jump. The cafe had curry breads and meat pastries that were good, even if they were warmed in the microwave.

It's ok. I give this attraction 3 stars because you never really know if you would have the thick fogs blocking the scenery. We got unlucky when we went up and because our itinerary was tight, couldn't afford to use the coupon on another night. It was icy cold at the top and nothing to see but we made our own fun.

Nice place to view Sapporo. It is possible to drive up, but need to pay a small fee, which is less than the ropeway. Driving and the ropeway do not lead you to the top, so you’ll either need to take a paid mini cable car or hike up. The hike is generally easy and can be completed quite quickly.

If you want to go here, make it in midafternoon and stay for about an hour after sunset to see the great view of Sapporo without the lights aa well as the dark city illuminated by a bevy of colors.

We went up at about 4.20pm to try to catch the sunset. It became rather cloudy, so the clouds ended up blocking the sunset. The night view was great but you had to stay for quite a while for the sky to darken. A lot of people were still coming up the ropeway at 6pm when we were heading off, so it seemed like the night view was way more popular than the sunset view. Heads up that by 530/545pm, you will need to queue to take the ropeway down.

23rd August 2026 Must visit Iconic View Point I hike up with my husband and had a wonderful 1.5hrs Up Up Up trail with nature & greens Upon arrival there were clean toilet at the Main station building. A cafe & a restaurant as well as souvenir shop Its clean and well organised place. We bough souvenir, had coffee and some pastry while wait for night fall Unfortunately today was a cloudy day and it was foggy and a bit windy Patience paid as there was a clear glimpse of the view from view point of Sapporo We stay until 7:30pm then went down to our surprise was we had a good 3 mins view as we take the last cable car down Memorable time created if you are thankful

Great view over the city. The ropeway is in 2 stages, with change in the middle to the very top. Nice outside observatory platform. Great souvenir shop - restaurant a bit boring

Moiwayama Mountain offers an incredible view over Sapporo, especially around sunset. To get to the top, head to the cable car entrance, buy your ticket, and take the first cable car followed by another small train-like lift. The whole journey doesn’t take too long, and the view at the top is absolutely worth it. It gets quite chilly up there, even in summer, so bring an extra layer. There’s also a restaurant at the summit, but you’ll need to book several weeks in advance. Just be prepared for a bit of a queue when heading back down after sunset. Would definitely recommend it.

Standard resting spot for drive by visitors. They got some hot food for sale and machine is used for the purchase prior to getting the food. Easily process with multiple languages available. Washroom also available in separate building.

Good place to take a rest during a long trip. I took a few potato and yogurt here. There is a free table on the 2nd floor to take a meal.

Nice stop over the mountain pass,delicious "potato balls". 2nd floor lounge offer an unblock view of the mountain. Enjoy!

Do you have a strange hankering for three boiled potatoes deep-fried in batter on a stick? Look no further. I’ve got a big range of sauces and spices.

Offers nice views of the mountain, easily accessible from the main road. Nothing amazing, but solid.

Saw a couple of wild dear by bronze statue. Recommended to stop by if you are on the way to Otaru.

You can see Yotei Volcano from there. It looks like Mt.Fuji and the scenery is so beautiful. And their fried bread inserted boiled potato called 'あげいも'（ageimo) is popular and worth a try. I bought one and it tastes sweet and its delicious

The Lake Shikotsuko Visitor Center in Chitose is an excellent starting point for exploring the stunning caldera lake and its surroundings. Located in an eco-friendly building powered by solar panels and geothermal heating, the center offers free admission and operates daily, with seasonal closures during some winter Tuesdays. Inside, visitors can enjoy exhibits on the lake's flora, fauna, volcanic origins, and ecology, including taxidermied animals, an aquarium featuring kokanee salmon, interactive displays, and a 15-minute multilingual film showcasing the beauty of Lake Shikotsu through the seasons. Since 2020, the center has introduced VR goggles, allowing guests to explore off-limits areas such as moss caves and underwater scenes virtually. Seasonal activities like birdwatching, guided hikes, and snowshoe walks are also organized, making it a great spot for nature enthusiasts. The center provides useful amenities, including free Wi-Fi, walking maps, wheelchair access, and a cozy lounge with views of the lake. Open from April to November between 9:00 and 17:30, and from December to March between 9:30 and 16:30, it is accessible by bus from Chitose Station or New Chitose Airport, with parking available seasonally. Whether you're here for the scenery, activities, or learning about the lake’s natural history, the Lake Shikotsuko Visitor Center is a must-visit destination.

On May 9, 2025, I was attracted by the cherry blossoms in the vicinity. Having taken photos to my heart’s content, I wondered what was the building in the background. So I learned it’s a visitor’s center; but as a visitor, I was only interested to see the cherries in full bloom!

Nice place to relax. But we were part of a group tour from sapporo so that won't happen. Tried the ice cream there, took in the sights and pictures and had to quickly go. Nice place though if you have time

We've accidentally got on Ice festival there, was very beautiful for only 500yen. Recommend to come with kids or for couples, very fun and romantic. Lake is also breathtaking! Many food shops and restaurants around. For drivers there is HUGE free parking lot. My friend recommended marshmallow to try inside of the ice village.

Great place to detour. There is welcome center with koganee (local salmon like fish) aquarium and local live frogs and lizard exhibits. The welcome center itself is cozy with great snacking lunch place nearby

Nice place to stopover at the lake. There are restaurants which you can have your meal. You can walk around the visitor centre to the red train bridge which was manufactured in UK

Great place to stop on a journey around lake shikotsuko. Interesting exhibits including some live local snakes and good information about the area.

I've been here multiple times and it's always beautiful. You can walk, use the sightseeing boat, swanboats, paddle boats etc. They all cost between 1000-2000 yen per 30mins to 1 hour. Perfect place to rest with family or even alone. Though make sure to bring CASH!! All the restaurant use cash expect for 1 or 2 store. There's an ATM on the map nearby but closes at 12pm. Also all the shops closes by 1600 and 1700

Lake Shikotsu, a stop between 2 cities! Driving from Sapporo to Noboribetsu isn’t that long, about an hour and a half, or so I thought! (Read the bottom part) so we decided to make a stopover at Lake Shitose! About half way between Sapporo & Noboribetsu. What an amazing destination & a total favourite with both locals & tourists alike! They have this humongous Tourist Information Center, a whole bunch of very popular restaurants, and an activity Center, can rent canoes and all kind of other lake related stuff! My lady wanted to do the “Swan Ride” on the lake, but unfortunately closed as the water was a tad choppy! A lovely park for a nice stroll and of course a promenade, to wander along! Enjoyable for a 90 minute layover so to speak! Certainly worth it! too #googlemaps! Please make sure you update your navigation, the road to get out from there, was closed adding another 60 minute driving! Although the scenery was lovely but still! 😡 #sapporo #Japantravels #MarketAdventures #gourmettravels #selfdrivingholidays #hokkaido #noboribetsu #sapporo #lakeshikotsu

Lake Shikotsu is truly a natural wonder. Surrounded by lush greenery and rolling forested mountains, the scenery feels both peaceful and vibrant. The lake itself is remarkably clean, with crystal-clear water that shimmers beautifully under the sunlight. There’s a refreshing moisture in the air that makes every breath feel crisp and pure, almost like nature’s own air spa. What makes Lake Shikotsu so amazing is its serene beauty combined with its untouched atmosphere. The calm surface of the water reflects the surrounding green hills, creating postcard-like views in every direction. Whether walking along the lakeside, taking a boat out, or simply sitting by the shore, it’s easy to feel relaxed and recharged here. Overall, Lake Shikotsu is one of Hokkaido’s most beautiful natural spots—green, clean, and full of life. A perfect escape for anyone who loves pure nature and breathtaking landscapes.

Spectacular lake view surrounded by interesting volcanoes. I suggest coming in autumn when most of the leaves are yellow and red, which will enhance the experience. You can go stand up paddle boarding and pedal boating on the lakes. On a clear day, the reflections of the clouds and mountains in the water is incredible. When you take photos of the fish, the reflection makes it look like the fish are swimming in the clouds. Perfect for any occasion, this place is a must come.

Beautiful stunning view from the mountain and the lake is so clear when seeing with the sun. And sparkling in the same time. The wind is strong but it give you the romantic good vibe

I visited Lake Shikotsu and it was a very nice experience overall. The lake is known for its beautifully clear water and stunning scenic views, and it definitely lived up to its reputation in that regard. The natural surroundings are peaceful and make for a relaxing atmosphere — great for taking a walk or just enjoying the scenery. There are a few things to see and do around the lake area — you can explore the walking paths, visit the small shops and cafés nearby, or take a sightseeing boat ride on the lake. The views of the mountains reflecting on the water are truly beautiful, especially on a clear day. That said, the area itself is relatively small, so depending on what you’re looking for, it may be more of a short visit than a full-day activity. It’s great if you want to appreciate nature and take some nice photos, but there aren’t a huge number of attractions or activities beyond the lake itself. Overall, Lake Shikotsu is worth a visit if you’re in the area and want to enjoy some beautiful natural scenery. It’s a nice, calm place to take a break from the city and soak in the views.

Amazing place, visited during Autumn and the weather was great, people were nice. The view was breathtaking, the carpark have sufficient lots for self-drivers as well.

Although it’s just a small market. It worth to visit. Price is cheaper than other markets in sapporo city. The seafood and fruit are fresh.

Highly recommended to visit this market. We ordered Kaisen don. Tomakomai specialty is hokki don. Uni is also priced relatively reasonably but price is depending on the seasonal rate. 🍈 also recommend to buy one big melon (1000 yen for small size and 2000 yen for medium size whole melon). You can request the shopkeeper to cut for you if you buy whole. We chose to ate half on the spot and take away half of melon for next day consumption. The melon is really juicy and sweet!

Lots of restaurants to choose from. Beside the seafood, they also sell fruits and vegtables here. The market isn't very big, so I think it's better to come here for food.

Head straight here once you pick up your rental car from CTS. This is the best seafood places closest to the airport. For oysters, I highly recommend the かき小屋海の駅. Amazing oysters at irresistible prices. Adorable and friendly family run business in this seaside town south of New Chitose. Lots of free parking spaces.

Good as a lunch place between Noboribetsu and Chitose, and a good place to shop if you want to bring some fresh veggies and fruits back home. Dried goods available too though not as much variety as other seafood markets we went to.

Best place to checkout local seafood ingredients as well as very delicious foods from restaurants within the market. Highly recommended to visit if you have a way of transportation to get here!

Love it! There’s too many unique Omiyage to buy in these markets 😂 Fresh seafood with reasonable price to enjoy something that normally costs you A LOT.

Highly recommend. The train to Shiraoi is covered under the JR rail pass, so we didn't have to pay separate for transportation. We chose to go here over the koten village more north as its much more accessible, especially with time constraints. Everyone was extremely friendly and we were actively included in experiences. There are several love demonstrations throughout the day and effort was put into English translations for for displays (staff was also very kind and went out of their way for us in speaking english/ using translating apps) to make sure we understood everything.

Upopoy is great fun and educational. It combines traditional museums with experiences including carving, music, dance and embroidery to name a few. The staff is kind and there seem to be limited foreigners to visit. It can be difficult to get to with public transportation but it is worth a visit.

Great place to learn about the Ainu people thru exhibits and cultural performances. The museum building itself is impressive. Lake Poroto is inside the museum grounds, so you can take a calming walk along the lake shore. There are also dining options and gift shops with great products.

I visited on the Cultural day so it was free!!! I didn’t expect to get free access but seems a lucky day indeed. The artists were good at reflecting the Ainu culture through costumes, dances, musical instruments & so many things. It is better if you go there in the morning. Check the JR schedule & make plans ahead of visiting there otherwise you’ve to wait long time for the train. Definitely a place worth visiting.

We found this museum to be truly exceptional. It not only provides a lot of knowledge about the Ainu and their past and present culture but is is also very interactive and immersive. We saw a dance and music show in the grand hall that was very impressive and loved walking the reconstructed Ainu houses. When looking for English books on Ainu, two ladies in the library went out of their way to help us. Also there are numerous good eating options and two sizeable gift shops.

Absolutely stunning setting, expertly crafted exhibits that were informative, with a powerful point of view and really enriched my understanding of the culture. I only wish I'd budgeted more time for this. Its convience minutes away from a JR station made it easy to slot into my itinerary as quicker mid-morning stop on my way to catch the Shinkensen in Hakodate.

Highly recommend to visit this museum if you are around Hokkaido. It provides good explanation about the Ainu's culture and way of living. There's some performance as well inside the traditional house and it has beautiful lake with amazing view especially during sunset..

Hell Valley is a unique experience. A day trip from Sapporo, beautiful scenery and a visit to an active volcano area. Steam rises out of the cracks and holes. You can see the water boiling! I had limited time here but well worth the experience! There’s a lot more to do and see in this area and will return for more adventures! The smell of sulfur is strong in some areas but there was a nice breeze that kept it from being too intense. Parking was not an issue as I visited off peak time. Several lots are available though for a fee.

The volcanic landscape feels otherworldly — steam rising from the earth, sulfur smells in the air, and colorful rock formations everywhere. It’s a truly unique experience and easy to explore on foot. A must-visit spot in Hokkaido for nature and photography lovers!

This is a great opportunity to see volcano crater up close. The paths around the crater were very easy to walk on. Not only do you get to see the craters up close, the view was stunning with the autumn leaves in the background. The walk down to the natural foot bath was a bit more demanding. We saw many people struggling up the steep path afterwards. Just a tip that you can actually avoid that by just following the path out to the main road, which loops back to the start and is a much easier and more gentle walk up. While there wasn’t a proper pavement for pedestrians, the cars were considerate and we never felt unsafe walking on the road.

I visited Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley for the first time at the beginning of winter around 5 p.m. There were still many travelers. The weather was very cold, and the strong smell of natural gas filled the air. The scenery was stunning — a true wonder of nature with steam rising from the ground. The sunset made the atmosphere even more magical. Parking costs 500 yen for a personal car. Toilets are available, but no Wi-Fi service here.

We visited Noboribetsu Hell Valley (Jigokudani) as part of an organized bus tour, and it was a great stop. Around 30–60 minutes is enough to walk the wooden paths, take photos, and enjoy the unique volcanic scenery. The view of the steaming rocks and colourful ground is truly impressive and gives a good sense of Hokkaido’s geothermal nature. As the name suggests, there’s a strong sulfur smell in the air, it’s natural and part of the experience, but some people might find it a bit intense. Visiting with a tour is very convenient since parking can be limited and the area fits well as a short stop between other sights. Definitely worth seeing once. It feels like standing on another planet or in one of the old Power Rangers Sets.

Jigoku Dani (Hell Valley) is the place to visit to get up close to an active volcano with sulphuric acid permeating the air. The area is an easy hike across the colourful autumn forest. Our family thoroughly enjoyed this one day visit to see an active volcano!

So surreal to see this in real life! We were very lucky to see this beautiful scenery in the peak of autumn, where all the trees are in the nice muted shades of red, orange and yellow! 🍁 super pretty! My friends who saw my pictures thought it was AI because of how surreal it looks 😂

Unique attraction nestled on a mountaintop in Hokkaido, accessible by ropeway with scenic views along the way. The park houses many Ezo brown bears and you can observe them up close in a safe environment. Watching them catch snacks thrown by visitors is both entertaining and adorable. There's also a small museum and a traditional Ainu cultural exhibit. While the facilities are a bit dated, it’s still a great spot for families and animal lovers. A memorable visit with great views and cute bears!

It was a pleasant day trip to visit. Overall, this park was clean and bears were well cared for. But,I still prefer to see this animals to remain wild instead of being in captivity. A few of them seem to be old and it made me sad.

I wish I would read reviews of this place before going there. Awful. My husband said he hasn’t been depressed like this for so long. It is indeed like a prison not a park for bears. If you can’t set them free already, please invest money that we paid for the tickets to make this cages bearable for bears - bigger, newer, with greenery. Let “park” staff feed them themselves. No need to throw out food at them - awful awful “entertainment”. We are in 21st century, no need to behave like barbarians. No vegetation, small spaces, bears look depressed too. Cable car works smoothly - provide with a beautiful view of the Noboribetsu nature, and the view of the lake is beautiful. But the minute the cable car ends its route nothing good is there. I feel ashamed of myself for participating in such a cruel act of feeding them. I should have just left the place immediately. Tons of dead bear mommies as a museum also felt awful. I would like to believe that they do study these bears for the benefit of these species… We as humans do harm nature in different ways. This place felt like shameless harm to these amazing animals. I love Japan and Japanese culture so much - so respectful to everyone, mindful of others. well these big species are alive they deserve respect too. We as humans can do better.

It has a nice tram ride. The scenery is amazing at the top. There is a museum inside where you can learn a lot about the bears and local people. There are lots of little spots to take photos. There is a nice Cafe inside where you can relax and get coffee and some nice food.

Went here while staying in norobetsu.was very good value including the gondola ride for the views alone . The bear park was amazing and well worth it . Very well organised and clean . Even worth feeding the bears with bought bear small ball biscuits..... Very genuine place ...

Gondola ride was the only positive experience. The bears looked very miserable & were being freely feed dried nuggets by tourists, who were trying to elicit reactions from the poor animals as entertainment. There are not any conditions in which any animals should be held… quite the sad sight. Smell was deathly - had me googling ways to try to break these animals out of their enclosures. Gondola was the only positive experience. Would not recommend.

The park 🏞️ is in the mountains 🏔️⛰️🗻.It is a nice place to visit in September Cable car🚡 The view from the cable car🚡was awesome. There was also a teddy bear 🧸in the cable car Attractions You can predict which duck 🦆 will win in the duck race. The bear food costs only 200 yen .There is also a musium in the park. Good saying Do your beary best. 🧸🧸🧸

A fun and immersive cultural theme park that transports you back to the ancient period of Japan. The traditional buildings, costumed staff (feels like NPC) and live ninja and samurai performances create an exciting and educational experience for all ages. You can walk through recreated streets, try old-style games, and even dress up in period costumes. It's well-maintained and the attention to detail is impressive. A great way to learn about Japanese history while having fun. Easy to reach by car and worth spending half a day exploring. Perfect for families!

Lovely theme park displaying life of edo period. There are 2-3 shows as well which you can catch. I liked that the park was calm and quiet. One could easily spend 2-3 hours here. Regarding food, the park has options for ramen, zangi (fried chicken), and soba noodles. The entrance fee is 3300 yen. I reached the park via bus

Here is a clean, simple 3–5 sentence version for you: ⸻ Noboribetsu Date Jidai Village looks very historical, almost like it is 200–300 years old. The buildings, streets, and costumes make you feel like you are really in the old Edo period. It has a strong traditional culture, with ninja shows, samurai performances, and beautiful old-style Japanese scenery. It feels like the place where ninjas were born and trained. This is a very good place to visit if you come to Sapporo or Noboribetsu.

Throwback on February 2025. I think it's better to go there in all season except winter, it's very cold for outdoor activities;;; sure winter is beautiful but me frozen there;; Get all 3 performances and good photos. There's ghost house, maze, restaurants. Feel free to fill your tummy when enjoying activities.

By far the most entertaining live ninja show I've been.. like watching real time manga action. Whole village setup mimicking edo era of Japan. Worth to visit when you're in Hokkaido.

I would advice anyone visiting this place to spend at least 3 hours because there are 2 timing of shows that comes along with the entrance ticket. Best time to come for the morning session before 10am. It is quite an interesting place to understand the history of Ninja!

The clerk dressed up like samurai and ninja and they're incredibly kind also there's kinda trick house or haunted house you can enjoy. So many traditional show or ninja fight show you can watch ! I definitely recommend you to dress up like them and enjoy the moment

On May 7, 2025, my wife and I came. Our mood changed as the cloudy sky turned sunny. The view especially with the light house story was great.

Great viewpoint for the ocean and lighthouse. We visited in mid-October and the lighthouse was closed for renovations. You can climb the open air observation deck and ring a bell, but beware as people line up to constantly ring it loudly and ruin the peaceful view.

Cape Chikyu is definitely worth visiting — the scenery is absolutely stunning, especially on a clear day when you can see far out over the Pacific Ocean. The lighthouse area is clean and well maintained, and the ocean breeze makes it a peaceful place to just pause and take in the view. There were only a few people when I visited, so it felt calm and relaxed. Parking and access were easy, and there was no waiting time at all. The only small downside is that the weather can change quickly, so visibility isn’t always perfect — but when the sky is clear, it’s magical.

Cape Chikyu, a day excursion from Noboribetsu First stop was the Cape Chikyu, an observatory of sorts, great views, topped by a “Happiness” bell, a favourite with tourists! #sapporo #Japantravels #MarketAdventures #gourmettravels #selfdrivingholidays #hokkaido #noboribetsu #cosmostinn

Came here in Nov 2025, and it was quiet. Great view. Would recommend if you have your own transport. Prob not worth the taxi fare though especially in Japan.

fun place nothing special except a lighthouse but the japs still find ways to make it interesting

Cape Chikyu offers one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the region, making it a must-visit for anyone in search of natural beauty. The winds can be strong, but they only enhance the sense of openness and awe as you take in the stunning vistas of the coastline and ocean. On a clear, sunny day, the view is absolutely spectacular, with the sparkling sea stretching out to the horizon. Best of all, Cape Chikyu is easily accessible, with free parking and no entrance fee, making it a great spot to visit without any hassle. Whether you’re there to enjoy the view, take photos, or simply feel the wind on your face, this cape provides a refreshing and tranquil escape. For the best experience, be sure to visit on a sunny day when the skies are clear, allowing the beauty of the surroundings to truly shine.

Easy trail and the view is stunning and beautiful!!

This is the place where I had climbed up with my first son on my back in 2007 and I visited again after a decade. Nothing but we had been changed. This is the mountain where I fell in love with Hokkaido. I climbed again with my three sons to let them know the scenery I love. I call it where thee blues are meet-sky, sea, and forest (green is often called blue in Asia).

Gorgeous views and the hike payoff is worth it. You have to hike Esan if you’re in Hakodate. Hikers are friendly too because it’s primarily native Japanese that hike this mountain. Car transport highly recommended.

Road up to the mountain and climbing the mountain is not allowed due to bear sighting

Worth visiting.

(Translated by Google) It's close to downtown Hakodate, so I recommend going there. I traveled by motorcycle, and the roads were well maintained and easy to ride. There are Jizo statues erected here and there along the way to the observation deck. (Original) 函館市街地から近隣なので行くのお薦めです。バイクで移動しましたが、道も整備されており走り易い。展望台までの道中の御地蔵様も所々建立されております。

(Translated by Google) It's a bit of a tough mountain for those who aren't used to hiking, but if you're traveling to Hakodate and have the stamina to spare, I recommend it. (Original) 普段歩き慣れていない方はちょっと厳しい山ですが、函館旅行で体力に余裕があればオススメです♪

The type of location that makes you say, “where are we.” This isn’t a spot for your first visit to Japan, but if you’re trying to get off the beaten path, this is for you. Beautiful scenery with the sulfur fields and springs. You can walk all through the complex and see various sites. We spent 90 minutes here and could have stayed longer exploring if the wind wasn’t whipping as badly. Admission is 700¥ for adults and 300¥ for kids. There are (2) female onsen huts and one male on site that are fed by the springs. They look cool, but are primitive and you’ll need to bring everything with you (e.g. towels) if you want to use them. Admission to the onsen hut (I’m reinforcing “hut” here) is included. Interesting note, we saw two dead tenuki on the drive to the temple.

Impressive and peaceful temple complex located atop Mount Osore (恐山). There are a few elements to visit, shown on a walking tour on the information pamphlet, but the frequency of the public transport service makes it a little tricky to see in one hour and not quite enough to drag out to three. Still, definitely worth a visit if in the area; the rugged, moon-like landscape contrasted wonderfully with the autumn leaves.

This is a one of a kind temple. Very special. You’ll see the connection of hell and heaven, how peaceful it is and close to the nature. Definitely worth the drive. You’ll spend 1-2 hours there.

This is a very cool shrine, next to the lake and overlooking the beautiful mountains! There is also alot of geothermal activity to observe here if your into thar sort of thing

Beautiful mountain temple complex / pilgrimage site founded 1000 years ago by a famous monk. Entrance fee of 700 yen covers the temple itself, and a decent length walking path including multiple places for prayer or to take beautiful photos of the lake and surrounding mountains.

I love coming here. The lake is beautiful and the mountains have an aliens landscape feel to them. The volcanic vents spew sulfur smoke and all you can hear is the wind and your own footsteps. Highly recommend coming here at least once.

Great experience. This is a very good place to visit if you are nearby. Definitely worth it

A good place to stop and shop in north of Misawa. Enough parking spaces. Various local delicacy.

I could get garlics with cheap price.

Nice place to stop.

😋👍

Many choices

Happy day

👍 nice

Totally worth the experience. Lots of things to do. Easily should set aside 2 hours to really fully explore the inside activities and walk about the parked live sides airplanes outside.

Wow an amazing place to take the family! Amazing you can get right up and close with historic planes from japans history in aviation! Many examples i have never seen and i really enjoyed this experience i rate it as a must do for anyone who's into planes! The fighter jets outside i have never been so close to such examples! Amazing

I went to visit an exhibit at the museum but explored a bit outside of that as well. The shop is an overpriced tourist trap, but that's to be expected of any museum shop. The planes on exhibit were set up so you could get close to them or climb up a short staircase to a small walkway and look at them from above. Much better place for children to have fun at than adults, but not horrible.

Fantastic! Perfect place for kids and adults. Lots of interactive activities. There’s a free phone with a direct line to call for a taxi and they speak English. Our favorite activity was the flight stimulation machine. It felt so real to be flying.

Great day out for the family. Museum is not large but still has lots of interactive things to do for children and adults. There are play areas and aeroplanes to explore outside, which you can do for free. Food options are not great so I'd bring something or go elsewhere. Will definitely visit again if we have a chance.

This is a great little museum to visit if you are in the vicinity of the Misawa Airport and an aviation enthusiast. Besides the actual plane models exhibited and the story behind iconic planes such as Miss Veedol (first plane that flew non-stop over the Pacific Ocean), there are also some experiences/simulators and areas that explain science aimed for families/kids.

Very cool museum with lots of aircrafts inside. If you like aircrafts, don't think twice, you'll love this place 👍 There is a free bus shuttle from Misawa Station called "Gurutto Bus (ぐるっとバス)" which schedule can be found online by googling the name

I really like this museum. The aunty jump scared me a little. There are plenty of art pieces outside the museum and also around the area but pleas don’t hesitate to pay to see what’s inside. The experience is not the same as only seeing the photo reviewed. It was an amazing art center!!!!!!!

A highly recommend place to visit. The exhibits inside are great and is detailed annotated with multi language hearing aim. Definitely needed to bring along with the map that recommending the route of your tour. The excellence of this art center is it's exhibits extended to the outdoor and to the park at the opposite street. A large free carpark also convenience for the visitor.

The museum offers a lovely experience, with both impressive indoor and outdoor collections that can easily take over two hours to explore. While the city itself is small and has limited attractions, driving there is recommended as it’s more convenient than using public transportation.

A bunch of large-scale installation art pieces by internationally known artists. Really unique space. Larger collection than I thought before entering the museum. Some artworks are also outdoors. Spent a few hours here. Majority of the gallery spaces and the cafe were ground-level. I noticed a wheel-chair user visiting the museum.

Do make a trip here if you are in Aomori. Worth 2hrs of your time. Be amazed.

I had checked a few months in advance and noted that the museum is closed only on Mondays, so I planned my itinerary accordingly. We visited on a Tuesday and were disappointed to find that it was closed, and several other visitors were let down as well. I checked the website again on the spot and saw that it had been updated to show it was closed that day. I have since learned to reconfirm key information closer to the travel date to avoid similar situations. The whimsical sculptures surrounding the museum were still fun to explore, nonetheless.

Nice museum! Some of the exhibits are very nice and photogenic!

After we checked into our rooms at Pansion Benkei Hotel, my sister drive us to Tanesashi Coast to see the coastline on the Pacific Ocean. I remember I was at Tanesashi Coast here in May 2016 with my younger sister and her husband. I remember that on the particular, the waves were raging and the wind very strong. We walk up to observation deck, called Ashigezaki Observatory, once was a military watchtower during the time of war. From atop this hill, you can see a large part of Tanesashi coastal, plus some great views of the Pacific. The watchtower itself is really nice to look at too. We took a leisurely walk enjoying seeing the waves and the tall trees. It is great place to go hiking here...

Comfortable walk, you can begin your journey from Okuki Station and walk back along the Michinoku trail towards Same Station. There are many buses from downtown Hachinohe to Same Station, and there is also a Umineko shuttle bus that goes between Same Station and Takesashi Station. Train timings are inconvenient, so please consider taking the bus instead.

Great place to take pictures and admire the scenery.

This place is big and has lots of things to explore! This place is perfect for a picnic but just make sure it isn't windy. You can go towards the water but you can't climb on the rocks, there is a path that goes through a small camping ground and stretches for quite a bit. Beautiful walk. Lots of people usually, very lively. Bathrooms and vending machines are here too.

Unfortunately we went when it was rainy and misty, but wished that I was there when it was a clear sky - really beautiful.

On the way from Ōkuki Station to the Shirahama Beach.

(Translated by Google) A coastline made up of grass and rocks overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It's pleasant on sunny days and perfect for a picnic. There's also a parking lot and restrooms, so you can relax all day here. (Original) 太平洋を臨む、芝生と岩場の織り成す海岸。 晴れた日は気持ちよく、ピクニックに最適です。駐車場やトイレも整備されていて、１日ゆっくりできます。

A local market that you can find a series of freshly sea food, nice Japanese sake, wine and souvenir stuff for tourist. Especially the experience for grilled seafood or beef over charcoal. Be well prepare to spend a half day here.

GREAT FOOD. VARIETIES TO TRY. A must visit if you are visiting Hachinohe. Only 100 yen, 15 min blue bus ride. You can buy seafood from the merchants and bring them to a BBQ restaurant to cook them yourself. Also many merchants selling japanese street food. Very tasty. I would highly recommend this to all visitors and foreigners.

Truly one of the most comprehensive fish market I have visited in Japan. Much bigger than Kushiro fish market with more variety. Prices are not too touristy as well. Definitely worth the detour into Hachinohae just for a meal here.

Extremely fresh seafood everywhere, with reasonable price (much cheaper and fresher than what you may get in Tokyo, except from the real high end restaurants). Highly recommended.

Good place to visit for good and reasonably priced seafood. We ate a beef Don bento set and some sashimi. Ample parking, but go early to park nearer to the entrance. I believe there is a Y100 bus that comes / goes from a train station as well.

Drove here weekday lunch hour. Not very crowded. Mostly locals around. We visited the BBQ place (shichirin mura) first to pay for a seat. We were given a green basket to put our purchased seafood around the market. 2 hour long eating/cooking period. Tongs, paper plates, salt&pepper shaker and chopsticks were provided. It was a little intimidating to buy the seafood because we had no idea what we were buying, except the obvious ones like shrimp and squid. We spent about 5000 yen for around 10 shrimps, a platter of squid, 2 oysters, 2 scallops, some sort of fish. You can also purchase beer, drinks and rice at the counter. Very fun experience. There are a few other japanese restaurants in the centre. As well as a dry market area selling general goods, souvenirs and toys. Toilets are extremely clean.

Large fish market that has a BBQ place where you can cook your own seafood once bought at the stalls. The BBQ cost 350yen per person and you get all the utensils you need . They use real charcoal as well. They also serve beer here. At the stalls you can find any seafood imaginable at reasonable prices. If you don't want to cook yourself there are about 6-7 restaurant's at the end of the market.

Very unique cherry blossom tree which is huge, and has the rock split into half. As it is by the main road, many people do stop by to take photos on this amazing view and it is definitely worth checking it out as it is one of its kind.

Interesting tree. In the middle of the city. You can park near by and walk to the castle ground and pass this tree. The parking lots have different rates. Be sure to drive around some parking space cost half the price but only few steps away. There are lots and lots of tourists walking in and out to take photo ‘with’ the tree. I can manage to take some photo of the trees without people.

This tree grows between the stones, which is cool, but honestly, it’s not exactly breaking any records for uniqueness.

Date of enjoyment: 15/4/25 What a weirdly grown Sakura, truly a site to behold. Not 100% full bloom as yet when we visited, seems to be a day or two early. Worthy of a visit if you’re in the area, wouldn’t stay for more than 10mins as it is I. Front of a government building and heaps of tourist will make a quick photo stop.

I watched Morioka Festival in front of me. It was so hot that I felt like I was going to faint, but it was a good experience.

If there is an exception to every rule, then the parable of the sower has met its match in this cherry tree, that improbably flourished in the middle of a boulder. Worth a quick visit to see, and the tree’s age alone is impressive on its own as well. No tickets necessary - just next to a street.

In winter season they cover the tree to protect it. But it was magical anyway🥺🌸

Totally disappointed. We had a long drive to see this place and while the nearby exhibition is worthy a visit this stream is a total letdown

Dial down your expectations and focus on the Kawaii (cute). You access the pool passing through the temple grounds - keep an eye out for kappa adorning the railings. 🥒 everywhere ! Denshoen and here will keep you occupied for 90 mins and both worth a look. If you have rented a bicycle this is one end of the path.

It was not the place to drive to visit and to see the site to be honest. I understand that the Kappa is a monster in the folklore story, but the presentation of Kappa story was poor for me. In the Tōno city itself was not attractive for me.

That was just a creek but I am glad that we went there since Kappa is childhood imaginary creature and interesting to see the place where that fairytale started. Azuki ice cream we had was amazing.

Went to Kappa Pool - not much signage for where you can park your bikes, but a nice, cool, relaxing place to visit that also highlights Tono's folklore.

It closes at 4pm with a gate at the entrance saying no access. We had travelled quite far and were interested to see this place so it was a disappointment to find that it closed so early. It just looked like a regular inaka temple so I wonder why they choose to prevent people from entering. Anyway, I suppose we should have checked more thoroughly before going but lesson learnt. I wonder if the kappa was there that day?

Kappabuchi is a must on the Tono tourist trail. It is a remarkably creepy little grove, and easy to get to following signs out of Tono town centre. However, it should be said that there is not alot to actually DO here. It's more about soaking up the atmosphere. "Yokai" hunters will enjoy it, but maybe it's a bit boring for children.

Almost no English captions or information , luckily I could read the Japanese displays. Miyazaki Kenji was extremely productive in just 37years, here you can see the breadth of his writing and a small shop selling picture books and related things too.

More user friendly than some museums, but every panel must be accessed through a QR code for English translations, making the experience slightly clunky and longer than it should be. Good to visit if familiar with Miyazawa's work, but otherwise not a must see attraction

Kenji Miyazawa is quite the well-rounded writer. He delved into Archeology, Agriculture, and a bit of Astronomy and Cosmology. If you watched the anime movie entitled The Life if Guskou Boduri, the original story is Kenji's work. He is known for his children'e stories and fairy tales. If you are wondering about the presence of cat imagery in the place, read The Restaurant of A Many Orders.

The museum is a great place to visit, its a little out of the way so worth driving to - if you do decide to walk though there is a fairly lengthy stairway up the side of the hill that taunts you by telling you how many steps there are at the bottom haha - its a small museum so doesnt take long to walk around

From the balcony you can look down the city of Hanamaki over Kitakami river. The exhibition is also interesting as it gathers info by different aspects such as science or religion.

A very interesting place. It would be very helpful for non Japanese speaking tourists if an English translation was available as Miyagawa Kenji is read in translation around the world.

good museum to know Miyazawa Kenji also could take a lot of cool picture

A cute little fantasy village based on the stories of a children's story writer with a lot of interesting experiences to be had and things to learn. While mostly aimed at younger audiences, it's fun for adults as well. However, everything is in Japanese, so please take note.

Came here with a friend in October. I had a lovely time and it's not too expensive! The exhibits were interactive and beautiful to see! There is no English translation, which is fine. However, I wanted to use the translator on my phone and couldn't since there was no internet connection. Overall, I would recommend visiting if you're stopping through Hanamaki. There's many great photo opportunities and the cabins nearby have some interesting information as well. I would like to return during nighttime to see the lights.

Can spend an hour here. Simple and entertaining.

Cool place and nice place to go with the kids. Also there are so many dragonflies and it's so cool to have them land on your finger. But I would recommend go when it's dark to truly enjoy the art.

It was very nice. Entry and parking is free. The illumination only has 3 main areas of lights.

Not familiar with any of the author's works, but the park is nice & worth visiting. No English in any of the exhibits here though.

Ok

This River Ride in Geibikei Gorge was one of the best I've ever had so far. I visited this place as part of a tour with friends guided by a Japanese driving instructor. The scenery was fantastic, ducks, fishes followed along the way, and you could purchase a small plastic bag with food in case you wanted to feed them. We did and they followed us all the way. There were many caves along the way, shadows, as the boat rider did a fantastic job with jokes, talking all the time, keeping us amused. He even sang an old song dedicated to Iwate prefecture. A must go, if you come in iwate Prefecture. I only wish we had a little bit more time in the half way rest, so i could take more pictures.

Cheery boat ride along the tranquil gorge. Perhaps it was not the best time to come (mid oct) as the autumn colours have yet to set in yet, and there was also no mist (mist is often mentioned in the description of how various parts of the gorge got its name). Still an enjoyable trip with ducklings and huge fishes accompanying the journey. The boatman was also cheerily entertaining the almost entirely domestic audience, and also serenading us with a song at the end. A pity I didn’t understand Japanese, but it was a fun experience nonetheless. I bought on klook - about a hundred yen off.

As long as you make it on time, you could just sit back and relax on the boat to take in the great view of the gorge. You could also consider buying the duck feed and feeding them along the ride!

Such a relaxing experience cruising down the river and taking in the beauty of the gorge. I loved how the guide sang to us on the way back too! Although the tour was in Japanese, an English guide map was provided for us so we could follow along.

This was an incredible time! The boat man's song was soothing. The ducks are too cute! Recommend buying the fish food!!

Nice trip, not too far of a train ride from Sendai for a day trip. Nice scenery with an amazing guide.

Incredible experience, if you take the train make sure you get a ticket rather than try to use your IC card like we did. Singing of the boat operator was a special experience. Buy fish food right before the boat to feed the fish and ducks along the way. Afterwards there is likely a 2 hour wait for the next train, this provided time to eat at Delika and see the Yugendo cave nearby.

good

(Translated by Google) The parking lot at Umi no Ichi was full, so we used the rooftop parking lot at the market. We were looking for a vantage point for the Kesennuma Bay Crossing Bridge in the city, and this spot we happened to park in was the best. We were able to see not only the Kesennuma Bay Crossing Bridge, but also the double arch of the Kesennuma Oshima Bridge on the other side! (Original) 「海の市」の駐車場がいっぱいだったので、市場の屋上駐車場を使わして頂きました。市内で気仙沼湾横断橋のビューポイントを探していましたが、たまたま止めたこの場所がベストポジションでした。気仙沼湾横断橋だけでなくて、更に向こう側に有る気仙沼大島大橋とのダブルアーチを見る事も出来ました!

(Translated by Google) Arrived after 8am. If you go up the slope and use the rooftop parking lot on the left, you can smoothly go to the observation deck on the second floor. If you want to see the catch, the best time is first thing in the morning. You can check entry information and closures on the Kesennuma City Fish Market website, so if possible, we recommend checking before going to visit. (Original) 朝8時過ぎに到着。スロープを上り、左側の屋上駐車場を利用すると2階の見学デッキまでスムーズに行けます。水揚げを見るなら、朝一番がおすすめ。気仙沼市魚市場のサイトで入船情報や休場が確認できるので、できれば確認して見学に行くことをオススメします。

(Translated by Google) From 7am to 8am, you can watch the fish being unloaded from the observation deck on the second floor. The fish market is closed on Sundays (and a few other days a month), but you can enter the observation deck. (Original) 朝7時~8時頃、2階の見学デッキから水揚げの様子が見学できるそうです。日曜日(他に月に数日間)は魚市場がお休みですが、見学デッキは入場可能でした。

(Translated by Google) There is a wide selection of fresh fish on display, including crab, spiny lobster, and saury. Spiny lobster from neighboring Sanriku has been featured in the news, causing prices to rise? Shrimp from Kesennuma are better, even though they cost the same 5,000 yen. (Original) カニ、伊勢海老、秋刀魚他、鮮魚が多数並んでいます。 伊勢海老はお隣の三陸産がニュースで取り上げられ、価格が上振れ？ 同じ５０００円の海老が気仙沼産の方が良い。

(Translated by Google) There is no problem finding a large parking lot. It was great for sightseeing as well as for sightseeing and learning. You can see a variety of freshly caught fish. (Original) 駐車場は大きく停めれる場所には困らない。 観光としても、見学や学びと共に良かった。 新鮮でとれたての魚が色々見られます。

(Translated by Google) Kesennuma City Fish Market... It seems you can visit it 😃 (Original) 気仙沼市魚市場…見学出来るようです😃

I have no idea what any of these manga are, but that is not their fault, I am a foreigner. I think if you knew the manga, especially if you grew up with it you would appreciate the museum. They even had a movie filmed at the museum that reminded me of power rangers, but probably preceded it.

It's a legendary Manga artist memorial mesium, you have to check if that's your childhood favourite, not all the Manga stuff is here, but if you like Maskman, it's the place.

Kamen Rider!! It’s a great place to see the characters of Manga which I like. You can see the drawings… some of the suits that it was wore too. They even have video games for Kamen Rider which you can hop on and drive.

A really well put together museum with lots of interactive parts. Would definitely recommend if you are in the area 😊 We visited on a Friday afternoon and had the place almost to ourselves. Reduced prices for elementary aged children and our 5 year old was free. Friendly staff and we would visit again!

This is just more than a museum, all the characters very funny and It was like it is actually alive, if you notice the road to the museum, the post box or any seat the anime status are been made, it was like they are welcoming you, It is worth visiting the museum, the museum has anime merchandise with action figures, if you are visiting ishinomaki don’t miss the museum, there are 3floors, 1st and 2nd is entry free whereas 2nd floor you have get a ticket which is worth visiting

From the station to the manga museum you can see many figures such as kamen rider and other tokusatsu characters. The museum itself has an special exhibition which covered by the entrance ticket. For tokusatsu fans such Kamen rider, this place is recommended. Although place is not too big, but definitely it puts a smile on every fans of this genre (at least to the people when I visitor there). There is a also some short films you can watch here. The souvenir shop was also pretty cool, and staff are very friendly. This place was one the place where the tsunami hits 8 years ago, and today the manga museum is still standing which by itself is pretty amazing.

I love the manga vibes here. Stunning. I was amazed with all the manga displays. No wonder why people from all ages really enjoy their visits. The entrance fee during golden week holiday is ¥900 for adult, bought directly from the machine. The staffs are very friendly and helpful.