Hokkaido Adventure Travel Blog

The insider’s look into Hokkaido


  • Gallery

    Oct 9, 2024 by Hattie

    Daisetsuzan to Akan–Mashu Hiking Tour 2024

    Our July departure of the Daisetsuzan to Akan-Mashu 9 Day Hiking Tour was blessed with exceptionally good weather. Here's some choice photos from the tour, courtesy of guides Yuka and Zac!

    A group of hikers smile at the camera at the summit of Mt. Mokoto in Hokkaido. It is a beautifully clear day and a lake is visible behind them. A pole with Japanese text reads "Mt. Mokoto, 1000m".
  • Activity Guide

    Jul 17, 2024 by Hattie

    A Local’s Guide to Photography in Hokkaido

    From wildlife to weddings, Hokkaido is fast on the rise as a photography haven. Often, our guests join us with cameras in tow and ask for our advice on kit to bring, as well as advice on how to get around Hokkaido with their gear. As part of our locals series, our resident shutterbug Hattie will share her tips on photography in Hokkaido.

    A photographer takes a photo of Stellar's Sea Eagles gathered on broken drift ice off the coast of Rausu, Shiretoko.
  • Travel Tips

    Jul 10, 2024 by Hattie

    What to eat in Hokkaido? Adventure Hokkaido Team’s favourite foods!

    One of the most commonly-asked questions of guides on our tours is, “What should I eat?” Well, you’re in luck… in this blog, members of the Adventure Hokkaido Team share their favourite Hokkaido foods with you, complete with recommendations on where and when to enjoy them.

    Dinner prepared with in-season produce
  • Activity Guide

    Jun 27, 2024 by Richard

    The Hiker's Guide to Weather in Daisetsuzan National Park

    What’s the weather like in Daisetsuzan National Park? That has got to be our most frequently-asked question from hikers! The park is vast and at the mercy of some extreme conditions at times. Guide Richard breaks down the weather by month and outlines some things that may surprise you.

    A hiker takes a photo of a cloudy sky and snow lingering on mountains along the Asahidake-Kurodake Traverse in Hokkaido.
  • Activity Guide

    May 8, 2024 by Hattie

    Bloomin’ Lovely! Hokkaido’s Trees and Flowers

    Hokkaido’s summers may be short, but during its brief tenure, its flowers burst into bloom and its trees become a vibrant green. On our tours from June through to September, we often come across plenty of these beautiful trees and flowers. In today’s blog, Hattie will introduce some of the flora we encounter more regularly on our tours.

    Aleutian Avens in bloom in July at the base of Mt. Asahidake.
  • Gallery

    Apr 5, 2024 by Michael

    Shikotsu-Toya Winter Hiking Tour 2024

    Our guests from New Zealand had an amazing time with Adventure Hokkaido guides Tobaji and Yuka on the custom 3 day version of our Shikotsu-Toya 6 Day Winter Hiking Tour. The group enjoyed snowshoeing up Mt. Monbetsu's snowy slopes for sweeping views of frigid Lake Shikotsu, learning more about Ainu culture, taking a closer look at volcanic hot springs and trying out the delectable local cuisine.

    Three guests pose triumphantly at the top of Mt. Mobetsu, holding the summit sign which shows elevation.
  • Travel Tips

    Mar 28, 2024 by Zac

    Independent Travel to Hokkaido

    Independent travel in Hokkaido doesn’t need to be intimidating! While a little more planning and flexibility is needed, Adventure Hokkaido Guide Zac is here to guide you through everything you need to know and to show you that travelling alone in Hokkaido is an unforgettable experience.

    Admiring a fantastic view of Lake Mashu.
  • Travel Tips

    Mar 27, 2024 by Michael

    Going Gluten Free in Hokkaido

    Like veganism and vegetarianism, gluten free diets have yet to make a splash here in Hokkaido. Culturally important ingredients also mean that avoiding gluten completely can be a challenge. However, as Adventure Hokkaido Guide Michael will demonstrate, with a bit of careful planning it’s perfectly possible to navigate Japanese cuisine with a gluten free restriction!

    A hand uses metal tongs to grill meat on a meat grill. There are plates of meat and side dishes around the grill.