2 Day Trip from Sapporo to Hakodate | japan-guide.com

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In this video we are traveling from Sapporo to Hakodate. Along the way we'll explore Moerenuma Park and the Sapporo Beer Museum in Sapporo before stopping for the night at the quaint lakeside town of Toyako Onsen. On day two we'll visit the area affected by the 2000 eruption of Mt. Usu, then walk around Onuma Park before finally finishing in Hakodate to take in one of the top three night views in all Japan.

- Video Credits -
Host and Narrator: Raina Ong
Videographer: Andrew Marston
Maps: Charles Sabas
Producers: Raina Ong, Stefan Schauwecker & Export Japan

[herbertthiery]

What I like about this trip report is that, unlike those vlogs, too much raptures, don't know what they are talking, too long mehh while this one is full of information, to the point and quite short. Really like it!!

[RyuSaga]

I was selected to go live in Hakodate for a year as part of an exchange program. I was initially bummed out that they would send me to a small port town whereas my other friends were sent to tokyo, osaka etc... but i was glad they did. If i had a choice and could do it again, ild live in Hakodate all over again. I might be biased but .. it has the nicest people, best food and most homey feel out of other areas in Japan ( in my opinion..).

[Jhvxgir]

I did the same last August, starting from Hakodate, I spend one full day in Hakodate coming early morning from Aomori. Then I went to Toya very early next morning and spent a full day and then went to Noboribetsu to enjoy their onsen and finally Sapporo and Moerenuma park, shiroi koibito factory, sapporo beer factory, Odori park, Susukino, Otaru, etc. Great video, good memories!!! felt so nostalgic

[aph]

Great video guys - keep them coming!

I actually undertook a similar itinerary back in October 2016 when I visited Hokkaido (and which I will be doing again in May 2019).

This trip can actually be stretched out to 3 days as there is definitely another worthwhile stop in between Sapporo and Lake Toya - Noboribetsu.

To the unfamiliar, Noboribetsu is Hokkaido's most famous onsen town, home to many hot spring resorts with Dai-ichi Takimotokan as arguably the best in the whole of Japan.

Close by is Jigokudani (aka Hell Valley) - a valley with walking trails where you can gain first hand insight into the volcanic geothermal activity which provides Noboribetsu it's hot spring water.

I would definitely recommend including Noboribetsu as a must see stop - but if you're limited by time and need to stick to a 2 day trip, I would substitute Noboribetsu for Lake Toya.

That's not to say Lake Toya is not without it's charms, the Kompirayama Walking Trail (as shown in the video) is a harrowing reminder of the destruction caused by nature's fury with abandoned buildings, homes and even a kindergarten (the last scene with the playground and bus) - an urban explorer's dream come true!

Whilst the view from Mt Hakodate is quite nice at night, the highlight of any Hakodate visit is the view of Fort Goryokaku - a star shaped fort which can be viewed from nearby Goryokaku Tower or explored at ground level.

Either way, like everything in life, there's always so much to do, but so little time!

[johnnymarky]

I've been to Hokkaido twice. 1st trip was mainly in Sapporo, and the last one I went to Wakkanai, Biei, Sapporo and Furano. This October I will be back for 23 days. I initially don't intend to visit Hokkaido because I want to visit other prefectures too, but because of this video, makes me want to review my itinerary and might squeeze in Hokkaido again. The island is really wonderful.

[obiwon]

You can hike to the top of mount hakodate too. It is a pretty cool trail.

[ouagadougou]

A beautiful place indeed. I like to visit by bicycle, you can see a lot more and smell and feel the environment. Was there 10 years ago, should be time to go back.

[garp]

One of the best videos from Japan-guide so far. Very good pace and informative.

[iAceBlack]

Went to Hakodate for Spring Break, and boy do I want to retire there, man

[santamonica]

Wonderful guide! Glad that you put Moerenuma Park in the first spot, it's my favorite spot in Sapporo.

[JasonSputnik]

This trail is awesome, I might copy it since Hokkaido is still missing from my japanese list.

[sarathhettiarachchi]

Definitely, Sapporo is another Wonderful Destination in Japan, Its very worrh to Spend some days there . There're nice View Points, a Winter Stadium, nice small towns like Otaru, in near by. And some time has to be spend in, Very Interesting & Lively SUSIKINO too.

[panlasangpinayvlogs]

My family of six visited japan last month and we stayed for a few days in Sapporo. We were able to explore few places in Hokkaido and really enjoyed them especially its powdery snow. We’re gonna be back next year to see more of Japan, such a beautiful country :-)

[nyonyopraia]

One of these days... I'll be there. 😿

[shoked]

Japan looks so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[teratikkoanan]

I can't wait to visit Hokkaido in this October.

[nuddshp]

I am traveling to Sapporo this winter. It's a great travel destination as I saw it in advance on the video. I'm looking forward to the future trip. I want to see you soon.

[theresaheyer]

i love the no car thing....Japan is soooo beautiful and so spacious!thank you for this video...

[Ryan-isqo]

Leaving for Hokkaido tomorrow. Will definitely check out the places in the vid

[dece]

Love Hakodate, love Sapporo, will definitely return one day 💗🇯🇵 🗾