We originally planned to see the snow monsters, but because of the weather, only the bare branches were left.
It was a little disappointing, but on that cold, rainy, snowy day, a special cup of hot coffee really warmed me up.
It made the trip feel warm and sweet.
Ani Gondola | Review by 10BRENDA
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Calbee Jaga Pokkuru Okhotsk Sea Salt taste
Calbee Jaga Pokkuru is a popular snack produced by Calbee, one of Japan’s leading snack manufacturers. Manufactured at their Chitose factory in Hokkaido and primarily sold locally, it's become a beloved souvenir from Hokkaido. The name "Jaga Pokkuru" combines "jagaimo" (potato) with "Korpokkur," legendary fairy-like beings from Ainu folklore.
I found the Hokkaido Butter Fries, a duty-free exclusive flavor, at New Chitose Airport.
I’ve always loved their products. No matter the flavor, they’re hard to put down, and I just keep reaching for more. The small individual packs are especially convenient to take on the go and don’t take up much space. -
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Takasago Shuzo Inc.
Established in 1899, Kohiyama Shuzo, a historical Sake brewery, called as Nada in Hokkai, was the 4th-established Sake brewery in Asahikawa. Merged with Ishizaki Shuzo in 1965, a new company restarted as the name of Takasago Shuzo.
I’d heard the name Kokushi Muso for a long time, but never really knew its background. This time, I finally had the chance to step inside the brewery and see its brewing world with my own eyes. The aroma of sake filled the air, making me want to stop and take it all in.
Besides tasting seasonal limited-edition sake, there were all kinds of related items to shop for.
From sake ware to sake lees products, each one carried a distinct local character.
By the time I left, my hands were full of great finds. -
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Rishiri Island
A small island floating in the Sea of Japan, about 50 km west of Wakkanai City at the northern tip of Hokkaido. The almost perfectly round island spreads out around Mt. Rishiri, which rises 1,721 m above sea level, and most of the island is designated as part of Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park. The island has a circumference of Approx. 60 km, and you can drive around it in about 1.5 hours or cycle all the way around it.
This is the mountain known as the “Shiroi Koibito” mountain, and its appearance changes constantly with the time of day and the weather.
Sometimes it feels gentle and poetic, and other times grand like a painting. I couldn’t stop taking photos of it.
June through October is the best time to visit the island. The weather is pleasant and great for hiking.
The information center at the ferry terminal also has helpful materials, which is very convenient.
Be sure to pay close attention to the ferry schedule when visiting.
The ferry service is limited, so our stay wasn’t very long.
But if you can stay one extra day, you’ll be able to fully enjoy the island’s relaxed atmosphere.
And you can feast on fresh seafood to your heart’s content.
That’s truly one of the happiest moments of traveling. -
