Itinerary
Nature's Hidden Treasures of Eastern Hokkaido
7 days · 16 stops · ¥120,000–¥180,000
Explore the untouched beauty of Shiretoko, the serene landscapes of Akan, and the vibrant Yosakoi Soran Festival in Sapporo.
Days
Former Hokkaido Government Office Building (Akarenga Red Brick Office)
Hokkaido
Schedule
Day 01 of 07Land at CTS · Thu, Jun 3 · 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
Thu, Jun 3 → Fri, Jun 4 · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
北海道庁旧本庁舎（赤れんが庁舎）
Stay ~1h 30m
Sapporo Station
The Former Hokkaido Government Office Building, known locally as Akarenga, is an 1888 American neo-Baroque brick building of about 2.5 million bricks that served as Hokkaido's seat of government for eighty years and is now a National Important Cultural Property. It reopened on 25 July 2025 after a five-year closure for seismic retrofitting and restoration, and now runs as a visitor attraction with a history and culture floor upstairs, a regional information floor with a shop, cafe and restaurant at ground level, and exhibits on Sakhalin and the Northern Territories in the basement. Admission is ¥300 for adults and the building stays open until 9:00 PM. Its octagonal tower and front garden pond are among the most photographed sights in central Sapporo.
~8 min on foot
15:38
EXPLORE
北海道大学植物園
Stay ~1h 30m
Sapporo Station
The Hokkaido University Botanic Garden is a serene oasis in Sapporo, showcasing a diverse collection of native and exotic plants. It features beautifully landscaped gardens, walking paths, and a peaceful atmosphere perfect for relaxation and exploration.
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.
Shiretoko & Eastern Hokkaido → Mashu & Bihoro · Days 2–6
Rural — a rental car reaches spots no train or bus serves.
Sapporo & Otaru · Day 7
Dense rail network — trains and the metro beat driving here.
Rental car: Shiretoko & Eastern Hokkaido · Days 2–6
Skip it for the city legs.
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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
¥21,500–¥37,000 / person / day
¥150,000–¥260,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 15 travel legs and 6 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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JR Hokkaido Rail Pass (7-Day)
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