Hokkaido Highlights • 02/07/2026 Eastern Hokkaido without the crowds: the case for Tokachi, Kushiro, and the Okhotsk coast Plan a luxury trip to eastern Hokkaido with this practical guide to Tokachi, Kushiro, Akan Mashu, the Okhotsk coast, and Shiretoko, including self-drive tips, onsen stays, and key travel stats.
Neo-toji and the new wellness: how Hokkaido's onsen hotels are reinventing the spa stay Hokkaido Highlights • 29/06/2026 Neo-toji and the new wellness: how Hokkaido's onsen hotels are reinventing the spa stay Discover how neo-toji is transforming Hokkaido onsen wellness hotels into multi-night spa retreats, with private hot springs, Ainu culture, design-led ryokans and sample pricing for couples planning a restorative stay.
Hokkaido Highlights • 22/06/2026 Niseko Village's new Morino Gondola brings VIP cabins and glass floors to the mountain Discover how Niseko Village’s new Morino Gondola, opening in phases through 2026, will transform luxury ski holidays and year-round stays with VIP cabins, glass-floor views and improved access across the Niseko United resort.
Hokkaido Highlights • 19/06/2026 Sapporo's beer garden season is here: a field guide to the city's best outdoor pours Plan a refined Sapporo beer garden summer stay with Odori Park tips, craft beer venues, Susukino nights and luxury hotel strategies for couples in Hokkaido.
Hokkaido Highlights • 18/06/2026 Self-driving in Hokkaido: the scenic routes that make renting a car non-negotiable Plan a refined Hokkaido self drive road trip with expert routes, car rental tips, luxury hotel stops, and key driving rules for Japan’s northern island.
Hokkaido Highlights • 18/06/2026 Hokkaido's new wave of design hotels: where Nordic minimalism meets Japanese craft Discover how design hotels in Hokkaido blend Nordic minimalism with Japanese craft, from Sapporo and Jozankei hot spring retreats to Niseko ski lodges and lakeside stays, plus practical tips on choosing and booking the right luxury hotel.
Hokkaido Highlights • 12/06/2026 Forest bathing in Hokkaido: the hotels where shinrin-yoku is more than a buzzword A curated guide to forest bathing Hokkaido hotels where shinrin-yoku, onsen and architecture around the forest create genuinely restorative luxury stays.
Hokkaido Highlights • 12/06/2026 Rishiri and Rebun: a guide to Hokkaido's wild northern islands Plan a refined escape to Rishiri and Rebun, Hokkaido’s wild northern islands. Ferries, seasons, hikes, and the best ryokan-style stays for couples.
Hokkaido Highlights • 04/06/2026 The Hokkaido hotels to book now for peak summer Plan a summer trip to Hokkaido with this guide to booking hotels in Sapporo, Furano, Otaru, Niseko and Lake Toya, including ADR data, ideal lead times and onsen-focused stays.
Market Insights • 01/06/2026 Yubari melons smash their own auction record at ¥5.8 million On May 23, 2024, a pair of Yubari King melons sold for a record ¥5.8 million at Sapporo Central Wholesale Market, underscoring Yubari’s status as Japan’s top luxury fruit and shaping high-end travel and dining experiences across Hokkaido.
Hokkaido Highlights • 30/05/2026 Hokkaido with kids: family-friendly luxury stays that adults will love too Plan a luxury family holiday in Hokkaido with child-friendly ski resorts, onsen hotels and lakeside retreats. Compare Niseko, Rusutsu, Lake Toya, Furano, Biei and eastern Hokkaido to find the best family-friendly stays across all seasons.
Hokkaido Highlights • 26/05/2026 Niseko beyond the slopes: what the resort village offers when the snow melts Niseko in green season swaps powder for rafting, hiking, golf and onsen. An insider guide to luxury hotels, dining and curated summer activities in Hokkaido.
Hokkaido Highlights • 28/05/2026 Why the Japanese ryokan model is Hokkaido's strongest luxury card Discover how Hokkaido luxury ryokan stays blend private onsen baths, Kita Kaiseki cuisine and lake or forest views into a quiet, romantic alternative to standard five-star hotels.
Hokkaido Highlights • 25/05/2026 Your Hokkaido summer checklist: lavender fields, festivals and hidden beaches Plan a Hokkaido summer trip from Sapporo to Furano with lavender fields, lakes, festivals and hidden beaches. Learn ideal dates, train tips and family‑friendly luxury stays.
Hokkaido Highlights • 24/05/2026 Hokkaido resort guide: finding your perfect onsen, ski lodge or lakeside stay Plan a romantic resort stay in Hokkaido with this guide to onsen ryokan, ski resorts, lakeside retreats, seasonality, pricing and practical booking tips for couples.
Hokkaido Highlights • 23/05/2026 Upopoy and beyond: experiencing Ainu culture across Hokkaido Discover how luxury travelers are engaging with Ainu culture in Hokkaido, from Upopoy National Ainu Museum and Park in Shiraoi to Lake Poroto and Lake Akan, with respectful hotel choices and curated itineraries.
Hokkaido Highlights • 19/05/2026 Whale watching from Rausu: the summer window to see orcas off Hokkaido's coast Plan a luxury family trip to Rausu on Hokkaido’s Shiretoko Peninsula, with practical tips on whale watching cruises, best seasons, stays in Rausu and Utoro, and how to time your summer itinerary.
Hokkaido Highlights • 17/05/2026 Luxury hotels in Hokkaido: an insider's guide to the island's finest stays Discover how to choose the best luxury hotels in Hokkaido, from Niseko ski resorts and private onsen suites to lakeside retreats near Lake Shikotsu and Jōzankei, with concrete tips on routes, seasons and budgets for couples.
Hokkaido Highlights • 16/05/2026 Biei's tourism crisis: how Hokkaido's most photographed village is fighting to survive How Biei in Hokkaido is tackling overtourism in 2024, from birch tree removal to Blue Pond parking rules, and what luxury travelers should do to visit responsibly.
Hokkaido Highlights • 12/05/2026 Aman Niseko: Japan's first destination wellness retreat takes shape on Mount Moiwa Aman Niseko on Mount Moiwa is set to become Japan’s first true destination wellness retreat, combining branded residences, onsen-focused spa rituals and alpine architecture within protected Hokkaido nature ahead of its planned 2030 opening.
