u/RyuRidesJapan

Boarding the overnight ferry from Tsuruga right now. 21 hours to Tomakomai.

Bike: Ninja 400, with a tent, sleeping bag, and mat strapped on.

Riding clockwise. In Japan you ride on the left side of the road, which means counter-clockwise keeps the ocean right next to you the whole way — Ororon Line, Shiretoko, Nemuro. Like having a window seat the entire trip.

Planned route: Tomakomai → Niseko → Otaru → Wakkanai → Shiretoko → Nemuro → Asahikawa → Furano → Sapporo → Tomakomai

Will drop daily updates in the comments.

Anyone ridden Hokkaido? Best spots, campsites, onsen stays, and food — hit me with your recommendations.