| Opening Hours | 9:00 - 20:30 |
| Closed | – |
| Contact | 0142-75-2158 http://toyako-bokutou.com/ |
| Notes | Souvenir store and local goods store Tax free |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the southern shore of Lake Toya, along the central street through Toyako Onsen district. 71 Toyakoonsen, Toyako, Abuta District, Hokkaido 049-5721 |
Wood craft goods
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The engraved Bokken
They also specialize in ‘Bokken’ which is a wooden Japanese sword. For thirty years, Tōyako Echigoya has had experienced skilled craftsmen engraving these swords in the shop. There are many different sizes to choose from. The prices of these swords range from ¥3000 to ¥20,000. Other items include confectionary, t-shirts, handbags, and Japanese style teapots and cooking items. Everyday products can also be found here. The second floor of the building has a sweets and toy cafe.
| Opening Hours | 7:00 - 22:00 9:00 - 18:00 Coffee shop |
| Closed | – |
| Contact | – |
| Notes | Souvenir store and coffee shop |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the southern shore of Lake Toya. Toyakoonsen, Toyako, Abuta District, Hokkaido 049-5721 |
Modern Design
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Special wines
Among the ornaments and crafts, Select 108 also sells clothing. Here you can find some great Japanese ‘yukatas’ (casual style of a kimono, usually worn during the summer and at onsen hotels). They also sell some fantastic wines, sweets and other snacks that are home to Hokkaido. Select 108 also has a small cafe on its premises, with plenty of outside seating in which to enjoy a cup coffee, or one of their delicious cakes. After shopping, there is a nice restaurant across the road, Toya Arts & Crafts that you can have a nice lunch.
| Dates | 1st weekend of June (3 days) |
| Opening Hours | 9:00 - 22:00 |
| Contact | kagai@academic.hokudai.ac.jp |
| Notes | Alcohol not permitted, no parking |
| Location / Getting There | 5 minute walk from Sapporo station. Take the north exit from the station, head one block north. The university is on the left hand side 5 Chome Kita 8 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0808 |
International food festival
One of the cosplayers
Besides the International Food area, there are further stalls set up along the road. These stalls sell Japanese cuisine, and include games and events. There are student performances on stage, a rock festival, haunted house, and a cosplay event. Simply take a long stroll down the main road that runs through the campus and take in the sights and smells. The stalls run for a few hundred meters so there is a lot to see! The event starts during the first week of June and runs through the weekend. If you are in Sapporo around that time, make sure to put the Hokkaido University Festival into your schedule.
| Opening Hours | 10:00 - 23:00 Sapporo 07:30 - 21: 00 New Chitose Airport |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-223-3566 Sapporo 0123-45-0050 New Chitose Airport |
| Notes | Hokkaido produce store |
| Location / Getting There | In Sapporo, 3 minutes on foot from Subway Namboku Line Susukino Station. 2F in New Chitose Airport Chuo-ku, Minami-Sanjo 5-Chome No. 1 No. 1 Norbesa 1st Floor & New Chitose Airport |
Classic beer
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Well stocked to peruse at your leisure
The Kurashi Store of Hokkaido has a large selection of sweets, seasonings, cheese, and dairy products to name but a few. There is also a variety of seasonal vegetables. In the drinks department they have bottled beer, teas, and sake, plus a wide choice of coffees to try. At the Kurashi Store there are some tasting tables where you can sample the different blends. At the Sapporo store there is a take out corner where you can try Hokkaido-produced milk ice cream which is a popular treat. The Chitose branch has equally delicious gelato on offer. Whatever you are looking for, The Kurashi Store of Hokkaido has a variety of the best produce of Hokkaido.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | - |
| Opening Hours | 9:00 - 19:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0133-78-2300 |
| Notes | Rest stop, Museum, Food available, Souvenir store, Observation deck, Parking available |
| Location / Getting There | Found on the Ishikari coastal road, route 231. It's a 1 hour drive from Sapporo. 12-4 Atsutaku Atsuta, Ishikari-shi, Hokkaidō 061-3601 |
Observation deck
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Energy for the drive from Ishikari Fumiichi
The small museum has information on the surrounding flora and fauna. With miniatures, small exhibits, and photographs, its an interesting place to have a wander around. For those wanting to grab a bite to eat, there are a couple of food stalls on the middle floor. The ‘Ishikari Fumiichi’ store has a few fish meals, Chinese dumplings, and beers to buy. ‘Home’ is a bakery & pizza restaurant that has delicious pastries, pizzas, and fresh juices available. And the popular ‘Gelato Lico Lico’ sells (you guessed it) gelatos. Simply order your meal from the vending machines and go to the counter. There are plenty of tables to rest, eat, and drink.
| Opening Hours | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0134-33-9390 |
| Notes | Glass shop, dishes, and ornaments Glass blowing studio |
| Location / Getting There | 15 minute drive from Otaru station. Otaru Station, 17min by Chuo Bus. Get off at "Tenguyama" (last stop) 2-chōme-16-16 Mogami, Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0023 |
Entrance to the store
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Talented artists
Glass Studio in Otaru consists of two floors. The first floor is a large space that is full of wares, that have been expertly crafted in the studio. It is here that you can purchase these glass ornaments. They make for a great gift or a souvenir to take home. The ground floor is where the studio is located, and is available for viewing. It is here, in the heat of the furnaces, you can see the glass makers creating their work. It is fascinating to watch them spin, heat and mould their creations. It is just a short walk from the bus station, so drop in and take a look!
