Can I get around Hokkaido without car?

Getting around Hokkaido Hokkaido's public transportation network consists of trains, buses, and ferries. The JR Hokkaido trains are the primary mode of transportation for long distances, connecting major cities and towns. You can consider purchasing a Hokkaido Rail Pass for unlimited travel on JR Hokkaido lines.



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Hokkaido is underpopulated, so has huge empty spaces for walking. With mountains up to 2,100m, there is plenty of challenge. There is a huge selection of remarkable walks in Hokkaido, from demanding mountain climbs and long treks to meanders through gorgeous but gentler scenery.

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Being on the northernmost island of Hokkaido, Sapporo isn't really a walkable option in the winter (with the exception of the Snow Festival each February). But in the summer, while the rest of Japan swelters in the heat and humidity, Sapporo and Hokkaido are very attractive options.

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According to Expatisan, the cost of living in Sapporo is significantly cheaper than in Tokyo at 18%. The main contributor to this is housing costs, which are 47% cheaper in Sapporo than in Tokyo.

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