We live in Sapporo and we recently went on a 5 day RV road trip across Eastern Hokkaido, and on the way back we went to the Blue Pond in Biei, something that was definitely a bucket list visit for us in Hokkaido. You’ve probably been lured in by the beauty of its aqua waters…
We moved to Sapporo earlier this year, and we’ve had so much fun exploring everything Sapporo has to offer, as well as finding those hidden, off the beaten track places that no one talks about on social media! If you’re planning a 7 day trip to Sapporo, we’ve pulled together an extensive itinerary to pack…
After living in Sapporo long enough to experience all of the distinct seasons, winter might be the most magical time to visit this capital of the north. Known for being the snowiest metropolitan in the world, it certainly lives up to its expectations, and there are so many things you can only experience here during…
Visiting during the autumn is one of the best times to come to Sapporo, the landscape completely changes and is so distinct with fiery oranges, yellows and reds. It offers a completely different viewing experience to other seasons, and well, autumn is special in Japan! Hokkaido actually gets its red leaves (Kōyō (紅葉) the earliest in…
Where better to kick off an RV trip in Japan than in Hokkaido? Vast, untouched nature and so many places to explore. If you’re planning a road trip from the Sapporo area, we’ve put together a 5 day Eastern Hokkaido RV road trip that is jam packed full of must see locations, the best types…
Winter is one of the best seasons to visit Sapporo, the snowiest metropolitan in the world, and so many different experiences that are only possible during the winter season. After living here through our first winter, we have tried and found some the best winter activities and things to do in Sapporo, that are still…
Sapporo experiences four very distinct seasons, and after moving here from the UK, we can honestly say that each season is so beautiful in its own way. So, how could we possibly pick the best time to visit Sapporo?! However, based on weather conditions and ease of access, spring and autumn would definitely be the…
Living in Sapporo, we’ve been able to explore all of the tourist hot spots, and find those off the beaten track gems and amazing places to eat, that only locals have had the time to know about, and experience. So, in this 4 day Sapporo itinerary, we have pulled together some of the best things…
Recently one of our followers recommended us to visit The Historical Village of Hokkaido (also known as Kaitaku No Mura) and whilst we had heard of it before, we’d barely seen anything online or on social media about it. How good could it be? Anyway, during the end of Golden Week we decided to pay…
We recently moved from the UK to Sapporo with our gorgeous dog, and we have been making the most of our new life here by exploring all of the actually ‘doable’ day trips that are realistic to achieve in one day. And, there are so many amazing places to explore outside of the Sapporo area…