Itinerary
Winter Wonders of Eastern Hokkaido
6 days · 17 stops · ¥70,000–¥150,000
Discover the enchanting landscapes of eastern Hokkaido, from drift ice adventures to the serene beauty of red-crowned cranes and the untouched wilderness of Shiretoko National Park.
Days
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Tanukikoji Shopping Street
Hokkaido
Schedule
Day 01 of 06Land at CTS · Sat, Feb 20 · from JFK · 1 traveler
Renting a car? Check the license rules
Some licenses (FR/DE/CH/BE/TW) need a JAF translation, not an IDP — 5-min guide.
Stay
Sapporo · 1 night
Sat, Feb 20 → Sun, Feb 21 · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
狸小路商店街
Stay ~1h
Sapporo Station
Stroll through Tanukikoji Shopping Street for a taste of local culture and shopping. It's a great way to ease into your trip with some leisurely exploration.
~7 min by car
15:07
STAY
豊平館
Stay ~1h 30m
Visit Hoheikan, a historic hotel in Sapporo that offers a glimpse into the Meiji era. The architecture is beautifully preserved, providing a nice cultural send-off.
~8 min by car
16:45
EXPLORE
北海道庁旧本庁舎（赤れんが庁舎）
Stay ~1h 30m
Sapporo Station
Visit the iconic Akarenga, a historic building that showcases Hokkaido's architectural heritage. The surrounding garden is especially beautiful under a blanket of snow.
~8 min on foot
18:23
EXPLORE
北海道大学植物園
Stay ~2h
⚠ likely closed by then — usually closes ~4:30 PM; double-check before going
Sapporo Station
Explore the serene Hokkaido University Botanic Garden, a peaceful oasis in the heart of Sapporo.
~36 min by car
20:30
EXPLORE
小樽オルゴール堂
Stay ~2h
⚠ likely closed by then — usually closes ~6:00 PM; double-check before going
JR Minami-Otaru Station
The Otaru Music Box Museum (Otaru Orgel-do) occupies a red-brick building dating to 1902 in Otaru's historic Sakaimachi Street district, and has operated as a museum/shop since 1967.
Getting around, region by region
Your route mixes city and countryside — here's the best mode for each leg.
Sapporo & Otaru · Day 1
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Okhotsk Coast → Mashu & Bihoro · Days 2–5
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Sapporo & Otaru · Day 6
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Getting around
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JR Hokkaido Rail Pass (7-Day)
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Rental car recommended
Several stops on this route are in rural areas with limited rail access. A rental car from the nearest city hub gives you the freedom to reach places no bus serves.
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Trip budget · お見積り
¥20,000–¥32,500 / person / day
¥120,000–¥195,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 16 travel legs and 5 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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