How is Hokkaido different from the rest of Japan?

The region's cool climate with low humidity is hardly affected by the rainy season and typhoons that characterize the rest of Japan during the summer months. Hokkaido is located at the northern tip of Japan at latitudes similar to those of major cities in the U.S. and Europe.



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The relaxed, cool and spacious vibe of Hokkaido contrasts so differently to the hustle and bustle of Japan's megacity capital. Hokkaido frequently tops the charts for the most attractive prefecture in Japan — scoring 73.4 in 2021 on the Regional Brand Survey — in comparison, Tokyo scored fourth, with 47.5.

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Hokkaido province comprises about one-fifth of Japan's total land area. It is characterized by a cool climate and geologically recent mountains and volcanoes along a central north-south spine. Sapporo is the province's industrial, commercial, and tourist centre. Hokkaido University, founded in 1876, is located there.

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Hokkaido has had a different history from that of the rest of Japan. In sharp contrast to Japan's mainland, where a farming-based culture thrived from early on, Hokkaido maintained Jomon culture characterized by hunting and fishing until about 2,000 years ago, which was then followed by Ainu culture.

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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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Hokkaido daily travel costs – a summary This brings us to around 19,000 – 36,000 yen per day, depending on where you stay, what you decided to eat, and the activities that you may want to do each day.

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The region has a cool climate and wide pastures with fresh air that is said to be the optimal, stress-free environment for cows. This environment, in turn, contributes greatly to the best quality of smooth and creamy milk that Filipinos have come to love.

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Hokkaido's mild summers provide relief from Japan's humidity, and the perfect conditions for hiking and exploring the many National Parks. Much of Hokkaido is wild and unspoiled, with natural hot springs, volcanic lakes and unforgettable experiences.

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With its exceptional fall foliage found all around the island, autumn is one of the best seasons to visit Hokkaido. The weather stays pleasant through September, but nights start to get chilly from mid to late October. Leather, fleece, or thick denim jackets are a must during these months.

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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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You can easily spend the whole of 3 weeks solely on Hokkaido for a more in-depth exploration. Your time of visit is good for autumn foliage in central and southern Hokkaido. Start in Sounkyo during early Oct and work down south via Biei and Furano to Sapporo and Otaru.

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Sapporo (??) is the prefectural capital of Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island. As a popular winter resort destination, Japan's fifth-largest city also offers a wealth of culture, art, and natural beauty, alongside its ski slopes, neon nightlife, and compelling food scene.

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