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Hokkaido’s Daisetsuzan mountain range is home to the earliest autumn foliage in Japan, beginning around mid to late September. 🍁

By early October, the first snowfall usually arrives, and Mt. Asahidake looks absolutely beautiful covered in snow! ❄️🏔️

On clear days, the views from the summit are breathtaking as well.

(If you plan to hike Mt. Asahidake after the first snowfall, be sure to wear lightweight crampons and dress warmly.)

During summer in Hokkaido, many people visit Shakotan to enjoy its beautiful coastline and ocean views. 🌊

If you’re visiting Shakotan, I highly recommend Cafe Stand Mado, a cozy little shop serving soft-serve ice cream and coffee. 🍦☕

Their soft-serve ice cream is made with locally sourced Hokkaido milk and is delicious! Their hand-dripped coffee is also worth trying.

If you’re traveling around Shakotan, be sure to stop by! 😊✨

https://maps.app.goo.gl/mA7wzJg7QypAic3V6?g\_st=ac

I recently visited the Hokuryu Sunflower Village 🌻

The sight of millions of sunflowers covering a vast 23-hectare field is absolutely breathtaking!

The best viewing season lasts until mid-August.

https://portal.hokuryu.info/sunflower/

If you're visiting Hokkaido, I highly recommend stopping by! 😆🌻

Japan's largest beer garden has started in Sapporo! 🍺

You can enjoy beers from Japan's major breweries—Asahi, Suntory, Kirin, and Sapporo—as well as beers from around the world and local craft beers from Hokkaido!

It's open until August 18! 🍻

Today is the perfect day to enjoy the beer garden! ☀️🍺

I met this adorable fox during my recent trip. 🦊💕

It seemed quite used to people and stayed relaxed even when I got a little closer.

As cute as they are, please remember not to touch or feed wild foxes in Hokkaido. They can carry Echinococcus, a parasite that can be harmful to humans.

A hidden gem in Yoichi, Hokkaido — Ebisu Rock and Daikoku Rock. 🌅

This is one of my favorite places to watch the sunrise. In July, the sun rises right between the two rocks, creating a truly beautiful view.

They say the rock on the left looks like a piece of fried chicken. Haha! 😂🍗

There are only 3–4 parking spaces available. Since there are private homes nearby, please be respectful and avoid disturbing the local residents if you visit. 😊

The crystal-clear waters of the Shakotan Peninsula, often considered the most beautiful sea in Hokkaido. 🌊

On a sunny day, this place is truly breathtaking.

For those planning to visit Mt. Tokachidake in Hokkaido:

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Today, the volcanic alert level for Mt. Tokachidake was raised, and access to the area around the crater has been restricted.

Hiking on Mt. Tokachidake is still possible, but please be sure to stay informed and take extra care if you plan to visit. 🌋