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Junsumi Temple

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:09:50 +0000

Tucked away in the coastal town of Mashike, Junsumi Shrine is the kind of place you’re unlikely to find in guidebooks. It is best known for its large wisteria trees that can be found in its spacious courtyard. Read More ....

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Haunted Yubari School

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:34:45 +0000

For those who enjoy haunted stories, like dark and eerie places, and are ghost chasers, Yubari is definitely a place you need to stop and check out. Yubari was once a thriving town and due to the coal mine closing down and the town going bankrupt, it has seen a massive population decline. The abandoned infrastructure and silent streets create a stark, haunting environment, with some specific locations linked to paranormal stories. Read More ....

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Toya Fireworks

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 01:56:22 +0000

Lake Toya is a popular spot for locals and overseas travelers alike. The lake is a caldera lake and has a stratovolcano, Mt Usu, near the southern edge of the lake. This volcanic activity feeds the many onsens (hot springs) that make up the Toya onsen village which also lies on the southern side of the lake. Read More ....

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Ishikarihama Coastal Plants Conservation Center

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 02:51:09 +0000

The Ishikarihama Coastal Plant Conservation Center is located just a stone throws away from Aso-Ishikari Beach. Around that area, there is an abundance of coastal plants and flora and fauna. To fully appreciate the area, you should also visit Hamanasu No Oka Park which is close by. The Ishikarihama Coastal Plant Conservation Center is a small center with an observation area on the second floor. Read More ....

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Hokkaido University Museum

Fri, 02 May 2025 12:07:31 +0000

Walking around the grounds of Hokkaido University is a nice day out unto itself, and finding the museum here is a nice little bonus. The museum is free to enter and has some great exhibits. What makes this museum good is the old corridors that the visitors get to wander around. Read More ....

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Sosei River

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 04:11:22 +0000

This is a very small river that runs through or past many iconic areas of Sapporo. It is a well recognized river though most people don't know much about it. It breaks off from Toyohira River and begins its journey north and runs all the way along Nakajima Park. From here it cuts through the northern part of Susukino. Read More ....

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