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5 tasty treats you can only find in Hokkaido – Northern Japan
Drinks / Food / Hokkaido / Sapporo / Seicomart

5 tasty treats you can only find in Hokkaido – Northern Japan

Posted on: September 10, 2024August 1, 2025

Hokkaido is home to Japan’s farm fresh vegetables, meat, and dairy produce. As such, they have an abundance of amazing exclusive delicacies!

Jingisukan is Hokkaido’s Genghis Khan inspired lamb yakiniku dish
Food / Hokkaido / Restaurants / Sapporo / Yakiniku

Jingisukan is Hokkaido’s Genghis Khan inspired lamb yakiniku dish

Posted on: February 11, 2024July 30, 2025

Inspired by the great Mongolian ruler Genghis Khan, Jingisukan is a lamb yakiniku dish that was introduced to Hokkaido in the 1900s.

Life in Japan – a glance at the best prefectures to live in
Kitakyushu / Kyoto / Real Estate / Thoughts

Life in Japan – a glance at the best prefectures to live in

Posted on: October 20, 2023July 30, 2025

Deciding on where to live as opposed to visiting requires a different approach. Here are the best prefectures to live in Japan.

Taking photos in Japan at night (a top 5 list)
Asakusa / Fushimi Inari-Taisha / Ginzan / Kyoto / Osaka / Sapporo / Tokyo

Taking photos in Japan at night (a top 5 list)

Posted on: October 16, 2023October 20, 2023

Japan is home to some of the most aesthetic photo spots in the world! Here are 5 of the best night spots in Japan for taking photos:

The best mountain views in Japan (other than Mt. Fuji)
Kyoto / Mount Fuji / Mountain

The best mountain views in Japan (other than Mt. Fuji)

Posted on: October 6, 2023July 30, 2025

Japan is a mountainous region by nature, its tallest being Mt. Fuji at 3,776 meters. Here are 5 amazing mountain views that aren’t Mt. Fuji.

Soup curry is the pride and joy of Hokkaido
Food / Hokkaido / Restaurants / Sapporo

Soup curry is the pride and joy of Hokkaido

Posted on: September 30, 2023July 30, 2025

Known for its comforting aroma and mildly spicy taste, soup curry is the signature dish of Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido.

Sapporo’s Matsuriya Yamahana offers a premium sushi experience
Food / Restaurants / Sushi

Sapporo’s Matsuriya Yamahana offers a premium sushi experience

Posted on: August 22, 2023July 29, 2025

Sapporo is known for its incredibly fresh seafood produce, so what better way to experience it than with Matsuriya Yamahana premium sushi?

These 5 incredible observation decks in Japan are completely free!
Hokkaido / Kitakyushu / Kyoto / Mountain / Mt. Moiwa / Philosopher's Path / Sapporo / Sendai

These 5 incredible observation decks in Japan are completely free!

Posted on: June 24, 2023July 29, 2025

Nothing beats the feeling of being on top of the world! These 5 observation points in Japan are not only stunning but 100% free to access!

Hassamu Riverside Park – the most beautiful park in Sapporo?
Cherry Blossom / Hokkaido / Park / Sakura / Sapporo

Hassamu Riverside Park – the most beautiful park in Sapporo?

Posted on: June 23, 2023July 29, 2025

Another hidden gem I found without meaning to is the scenic Hassamu Riverside Park in Hokkaido’s capital city of Sapporo!

Sapporo’s Lestel Maru is a freelancer’s dream accommodation
Accommodation / Hokkaido / Sapporo

Sapporo’s Lestel Maru is a freelancer’s dream accommodation

Posted on: May 26, 2023July 29, 2025

With unmatched cleanliness, maximum comfort, and state-of-the-art facilities, it almost feels insulting to call Lestel Maru a hostel.

A trip to Shiroi Koibito – Hokkaido’s “Chocolate Entertainment Park”
Food / Hokkaido / Sapporo

A trip to Shiroi Koibito – Hokkaido’s “Chocolate Entertainment Park”

Posted on: May 19, 2023July 29, 2025

Shiroi Koibito is a must-visit! This chocolate-themed entertainment park takes you back to the old English Victorian era.

Hiking up Mt. Moiwa, the best free observation deck in Japan!
Hokkaido / Mt. Moiwa / Sapporo

Hiking up Mt. Moiwa, the best free observation deck in Japan!

Posted on: May 18, 2023July 29, 2025

Mt. Moiwa is another one of Sapporo’s gems that simply has to be experienced. Without spending a dime, you’ll get the best views in Japan!

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