Itinerary
Winter Wonders of Eastern Hokkaido
6 days · 16 stops · ¥100,000–¥150,000
Discover the serene winter landscapes of eastern Hokkaido, from the majestic red-crowned cranes to the mesmerizing drift ice and the untouched beauty of Shiretoko.
Days
Former Hokkaido Government Office Building (Akarenga Red Brick Office)
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
北海道庁旧本庁舎（赤れんが庁舎）
Stay ~1h
Sapporo Station
Explore this iconic historical building in Sapporo, known for its beautiful neo-Baroque architecture and serene garden.
~6 min by car
15:06
EXPLORE
狸小路商店街
Stay ~1h 30m
Sapporo Station
Stroll through this lively shopping arcade in Sapporo, perfect for finding unique souvenirs and enjoying local snacks.
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.
Mashu & Bihoro → Shiretoko & Eastern Hokkaido · Days 2–3
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Sapporo & Otaru · Day 4
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Hakodate area · Day 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.
Rental 1: Mashu & Bihoro · Days 2–3
Rental 2: Hakodate area · Day 5
Separate rentals — you fly (or ferry) between these regions, so return each car before you leave it.
Browse rental cars on Klook →Getting around
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JR Hokkaido Rail Pass (7-Day)
Matched to your route — one pass instead of point-to-point tickets on the rail legs.
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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.
Browse rental cars on Klook →01 / 06
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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 15 travel legs, 5 hotel nights and 1 ticketed event. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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Passes for this trip
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JR Hokkaido Rail Pass (7-Day)
Covers the rail legs on this route — one pass instead of point-to-point tickets.
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