Hokkaido Highlights • 26/07/2026 Heiseikan Hakodate: refined hot spring stays in yunokawa onsen Discover Heiseikan Hakodate in Yunokawa Onsen, a refined hot spring hotel cluster near Hakodate Airport with ocean view rooms, public and private onsen, and convenient access to Hakodate City. by Yohan Forester
Hokkaido Highlights • 25/07/2026 New Furano Prince Hotel: refined mountain stays in the heart of Hokkaido Discover New Furano Prince Hotel in central Hokkaido: a ski-in/ski-out mountain resort with onsen baths, an Arnold Palmer golf course, forest walks, and easy access from JR Furano Station. by Mikiko Takashima
Hokkaido Highlights • 27/07/2026 Hokkaido's August festival calendar: from Hakodate's harbor parades to Sapporo's Bon Odori Plan a luxury family trip around Hokkaido’s August festivals in 2026. Learn how Hakodate Port Festival, Sapporo Summer Festival and lake and onsen stays shape premium itineraries, with dates, transport tips and booking strategies.
Hokkaido Highlights • 22/07/2026 Yu Kiroro: ski in, breathe deep, and stay in Hokkaido’s quiet luxury Discover Yu Kiroro, a luxury ski-in/ski-out condominium hotel in Hokkaido’s Kiroro resort area, with onsen, spacious residences, and easy access from Sapporo. by Amara Kensington
Hokkaido Highlights • 23/07/2026 The private onsen room: why Hokkaido's best hotels are making the shared bath optional Discover how private onsen rooms in Hokkaido are transforming traditional hot spring stays for couples, with in-room rotenburo, lake views, tattoo-friendly options and tips on choosing the right onsen hotel.
Hokkaido Highlights • 20/07/2026 Heiseikan Shiosaitei hotel Hakodate: refined oceanfront onsen stay in Hokkaido Heiseikan Shiosaitei hotel Hakodate is an oceanfront ryokan in Yunokawa Onsen with 163 rooms, sea-view hot spring baths, buffet dining, and easy access to Hakodate Airport and JR Hakodate Station. by Mikiko Takashima
Hokkaido Highlights • 19/07/2026 Lake Toya Tsuruga Ko No Tsu: an elegant Hokkaido lakeside retreat Detailed guide to Lake Toya Tsuruga Ko No Tsu (Lake Toya Tsuruga Resort Hikari no Uta) in Hokkaido, covering rooms, onsen spa, dining, day trips, booking tips, and comparisons with Lake Akan and Lake Shikotsu. by Juliette-Claire Lemoine
Hokkaido Highlights • 18/07/2026 La’gent Stay Sapporo: refined stays in the heart of Hokkaido’s capital Discover how La’gent Stay Sapporo and La’gent Stay Shin Sapporo work as refined bases for exploring Hokkaido, with direct station access, premium rooms, and clear policies that suit luxury and premium travelers. by Haruki Nakamura
Hokkaido Highlights • 20/07/2026 Kushiro's Robata to Wine K earns a Destination Restaurants 2026 nod Eastern Hokkaido’s Robata to Wine K in Kushiro has been named to The Japan Times Destination Restaurants 2026 list, confirming the region as a serious culinary destination for luxury travelers planning a Hokkaido itinerary.
Hokkaido Highlights • 17/07/2026 Hoheikyo onsen: a refined hot spring escape near Sapporo for luxury travelers Discover Hoheikyo Onsen, a natural hot spring near Sapporo with 100% free-flowing water, open-air baths, Indian curry restaurant, and easy access from luxury hotels in Hokkaido. by Haruki Nakamura
Hokkaido Highlights • 16/07/2026 Niseko accommodation choices for a refined stay in Hokkaido’s snow country Plan a luxury Niseko stay with this concise guide to Hirafu, Niseko Village, and Hanazono accommodation, including ski-in ski-out hotels, chalets, onsen access, and booking tips for peak December–February travel. by Théophile Dupont-Gervais
Hokkaido Highlights • 15/07/2026 Noboribetsu grand hotel: an elegant onsen retreat in Hokkaido’s volcanic heart Discover Noboribetsu Grand Hotel in Hokkaido: a large onsen hotel with 241 rooms, three types of hot spring baths, generous buffets, and easy access to Jigokudani, Lake Kuttara, and Noboribetsu bear park. by Laurent Roussel
Hokkaido Highlights • 16/07/2026 Otaru beyond the canal: the sushi bars, Meiji-era banks and backstreets that reward the curious traveler Plan an elevated Otaru day trip from Sapporo with luxury hotel picks, sushi streets, Meiji-era banks, glass studios, seasonal tips, train details and a sample one-day itinerary.
Architectural Masterpieces • 13/07/2026 WE Hotel Toya joins Dusit Collection: what Kengo Kuma's lakeside retreat means for Hokkaido WE Hotel Toya joins Dusit Collection on Lake Tōya, bringing Kengo Kuma design, private onsen baths and Thai Japanese hospitality to redefine luxury stays in Hokkaido.
Hokkaido Highlights • 12/07/2026 Japan's national park upgrade reaches Hokkaido: what the wilderness strategy means for luxury travelers Discover how Hokkaido’s national parks are embracing luxury travel, from onsen hotels and glamping to upgraded trails and conservation-focused itineraries for couples.
Hokkaido Highlights • 10/07/2026 How the Hirafu welcome center shapes a seamless luxury stay in Niseko Plan a seamless luxury stay in Niseko with this guide to the Hirafu welcome center, including shuttle timings, travel times, hotel transfers, and practical tips for premium guests. by Lydia Morgan
Hokkaido Highlights • 07/07/2026 From Asahikawa to Kamui Ski Links: refined stays, smooth transfers, and deep Hokkaido powder Plan a refined ski trip from Asahikawa to Kamui Ski Links: luxury hotel bases, verified 2023–24 bus and taxi details, sample day itinerary, and tips for enjoying quiet powder, family friendly slopes, and urban comforts in central Hokkaido. by Anjali Patel
Hokkaido Highlights • 05/07/2026 Asahidake ski resort: refined stays and deep powder in central Hokkaido Discover Asahidake ski resort in Hokkaido: a quiet, backcountry-focused mountain with deep powder, the Asahidake Ropeway, luxury onsen hotels, and refined ski touring experiences for advanced travelers. by Yohan Forester
Hokkaido Highlights • 05/07/2026 Brown bears and summer trails: how Hokkaido keeps hikers safe with AI and drones Discover how luxury hotels in Hokkaido manage brown bear safety for summer hiking, from AI drones and real-time alerts to practical trail advice, family-friendly briefings and conservation-focused guest experiences.
Hokkaido Highlights • 06/07/2026 Beyond the Sapporo brewery: Hokkaido's craft whisky, wine, and beer trail Discover how Hokkaido’s craft whisky, wine, beer, and sake scenes shape luxury itineraries, from Sapporo and Yoichi to Niseko, Furano, and Tokachi, with concrete tips on hotels, tastings, and routes.
