Top 50 Fall Viewing Attractions in Hokkaido
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Top 50 Fall Viewing Attractions in Hokkaido

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  • Jozankei Onsentop_1
    󰺂6.8
    Sapporo.Jozankei Onsen>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Viewing red leaves on the river (boat)
    󱓊Soak & enjoy autumn leaves
    󱨠Saved by 1576 users󱨠126 positive reviews
    4.4/5
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    the onsen is beautiful and it is so enjoyable during the very cold frozen weather, you will like the spa experience and enjoy

  • Sounkyotop_2
    󰺂4.5
    Kamikawa56.5 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 19 of Night Attractions in Hokkaido
    Highlights:
    󰋄Observation deck with mountains views
    󱨜Early fall foliage in mid-September
    4.4/5
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    The best place to ski in winter, but it's a bit hard to get there. The two-hour bus ride is a bit too much for your body. It's recommended to charter a car or drive yourself! November to May is a good time to play in the snow!

  • Hokkaido Universitytop_3
    󰺂5.5
    Sapporo>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Kohka Hall (Historic building)
    󰋄Nordic architecture & autumn foliage
    󱨠Saved by 542 users󱨠168 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    Founded in 1876 as Sapporo Agricultural School, Hokkaido University is Japan's oldest institution of higher education. In 1947, Hokkaido Imperial University was renamed Hokkaido University. Located near Sapporo Station, Hokkaido University is a popular tourist attraction. Strolling through the campus, you'll be greeted by lush greenery, birdsong, and the fragrance of flowers. The tranquility and rich academic atmosphere of this world-renowned institution are synonymous with this institution.

  • Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley
    4
    󰺂6.5
    Noboribetsu>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 8 of Best Things to Do in Hokkaido
    Highlights:
    Hot spring vents & mesquite springs
    Chrysanthemum & flower exhibitions
    󱨠Saved by 605 users󱨠195 positive reviews
    4.7/5
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    Located in Noboribetsu, the beautiful and spectacular Noboribetsu Hell Valley is a scenic area. Formed by volcanoes, this valley is blessed with hot springs reaching temperatures of 80 degrees Celsius. The scent of sulfur can be smelled from time to time, and even the hot springs have a yellowish color. The magnificent Oyunuma Pond is truly breathtaking, making it a must-see. Noboribetsu Hell Valley truly lives up to its reputation!

  • Daisetsuzan National Park
    5
    󰺂4.3
    Shintoku33.5 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰋄Volcanic terrain & alpine zone landscape
    󱨜Early fall foliage in mid-September
    󱨠35% positive reviews
    4.5/5
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    Daisetsuzan National Park, Hokkaido Japan has 34 national parks, but the largest and most rugged is the Daisetsuzan National Park in Hokkaido. Covering an area of ​​approximately 2,268 square kilometers, the park is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, including many rare species. The Daisetsuzan volcanic complex consists of Asahidake (2,291 meters), Hokkaido's highest peak, and a number of other active volcanoes. Although the area is shrouded in snow and ice almost year-round, during the brief summer months, a variety of alpine plants flourish, adding a rich variety of colors to the vast, desolate plateau. Hokkaido's indigenous people (the Ainu) call the Daisetsuzan "the playground of the gods." The Daisetsuzan National Park is located in the heart of Hokkaido, Japan's second largest island. With more than 16 peaks over 2,000 meters high, the Daisetsuzan area is often referred to as the "roof of Hokkaido" The source of Hokkaido's two longest waterways (the Ishikari and Tokachi rivers) is also located in the park. The winter in the Snow Mountain area is long, and the summer is very short. It is recommended to visit in late August or early September to enjoy the most colorful and gorgeous scenery of the park. If you are a free traveler, you can spend a whole day hiking.

  • Odori Park
    6
    󰺂6.4
    Sapporo.odori park Surrounding>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Night Attractions in Hokkaido
    Highlights:
    󱓊Park with Sapporo TV Tower autumn views
    󰋄Autumn flowers & seasonal displays
    󱨠Saved by 1531 users󱨠346 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    Odori Park, located near Sapporo Station in downtown Sapporo, isn't particularly large, resembling a typical garden or green space in Japan. However, the famous Sapporo TV Tower is right next to the park, attracting numerous tourists from all over the world. The area is packed with people eager to take photos.

  • Mt. Moiwa
    7
    󰺂6.3
    Sapporo>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 5 of Night Attractions in Hokkaido
    Highlights:
    󰋄Overlook Sapporo's fall scenery from the summit observation deck
    󱓊Kogetsu-kyo Bridge with foliage views
    󱨠Saved by 1140 users󱨠133 positive reviews
    4.5/5
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    It's worth a visit. In the afternoon, I went to Mt. Moiwa from JR Sapporo. I took a taxi to the entrance of the Mt. Moiwa cable car for 2,900 (the driver drove the wrong way, it should be less than 2,700). I bought the ticket directly on Ctrip. When I arrived, I went directly to the window to scan the code to get the ticket. I thought there were not many people on Mt. Moiwa during the day, but it was not the case. There were quite a few people waiting for the cable car. The cable car is divided into two sections. There is a cafe where you can sit down after the first section, or go to the top to see the scenery at the foot of the mountain. There are many elderly people who hiked up the mountain. They are very thin and carry hiking sticks. They look very impressive. In fact, there is not much to see at the top of the mountain. You can take a rest and take the cable car down. There are no shops at the foot of the mountain. Just walk forward and take the tram. You can transfer to the subway in the city. The fare is not expensive. Looking at the old man walking briskly, I suddenly feel that the meaning of travel may lie in these inadvertent moments-not how beautiful the scenery on the top of the mountain is, but the people and things encountered along the way, which make the ordinary journey vivid and unforgettable.

  • Asahiyama Zoo
    8
    󰺂7.0
    11.39
    Asahikawa68.4 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Best Things to Do in Hokkaido
    󱨠Saved by 966 users󱨠323 positive reviews
    4.7/5
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    Asahiyama Zoo, located in Asahikawa City, Hokkaido, isn't very large, but it attracts visitors from all over the world. There's a polar bear show and a variety of other animals, including penguins, seals, and deer. Zoo commemorative coins are available for purchase at the entrance.

  • Lake Akan
    9
    󰺂5.6
    Kushiro>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in Best Things to Do
    Highlights:
    󱓊Boat tour: 4 islands & autumn
    󱓊Numerous hot springs & fall scenery
    󱨠50% positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    Lake Akan is a popular tourist destination in Hokkaido. In winter, Lake Akan is like a dreamy ice and snow kingdom. The temperature drops to minus 20 degrees Celsius, the lake is frozen, and the snow is covered, which is beautiful. • Fireworks viewing: From February 1st to March 17th, fireworks will be set off on the surface of Lake Akan at 8 o'clock every night. A warm-up performance will be held on the stage 15 minutes in advance, and the fireworks show will last for 5-6 minutes. • Ice activities: The ice park offers a variety of winter activities during the day, such as snowmobiles, banana boats, four-wheel off-road driving projects, and ice fishing entertainment activities. • Ainu Village: It is within a 10-minute walking distance from all hot spring hotels. The market shops with ethnic minority styles are dazzling and worth visiting. The wood carvings inside are worth buying. There are many winter activities in Lake Akan, but you need to keep warm. It is recommended to wear waterproof, non-slip and warm shoes. Snow boots are the best choice.

  • Maruyama Park
    10
    󰺂5.5
    Sapporo>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in Best Things to Do
    Highlights:
    Over 170 species animals (Maruyama Zoo)
    Autumn sports & recreation facilities
    󱨠Saved by 467 users󱨠30% positive reviews
    4.4/5
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    Maruyama Park (円山公園) is located in Miya-no-Oka, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Japan, covering approximately 600,000 square meters. Originally a tree experimental site established by the Meiji-era Development Commission, the park now boasts cedar forests and jacaranda trees. The renowned Hokkaido Jingu Shrine is also located here, attracting tourists from around the world.

What Fall Viewing Attractions are there in Hokkaido?
These are all Fall Viewing Attractions in Hokkaido:Jozankei Onsen, Sounkyo, Hokkaido University, Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley, Daisetsuzan National Park
What are some highly-rated Fall Viewing Attractions in Hokkaido?
Some highly-rated Fall Viewing Attractions in Hokkaido include:Jozankei Onsen:4.4, Sounkyo:4.4, Hokkaido University:4.6, Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley:4.7, Daisetsuzan National Park:4.5
At what locations in Hokkaido can Fall Viewing Attractions in Hokkaido be found?
The Fall Viewing Attractions in Hokkaido are mainly located in:Jozankei Onsen:Sapporo, Sounkyo:Kamikawa, Hokkaido University:Sapporo, Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley:Noboribetsu, Daisetsuzan National Park:Shintoku
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