Haunted Yubari School

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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 ....

Toya Fireworks

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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 ....

Ishikarihama Coastal Plants Conservation Center

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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 ....

Hokkaido University Museum

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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 ....

Sosei River

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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 ....

Kotan Hachiman Shrine

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Kotan Hachiman Shrine was founded in 1856 and was officially named a township shrine in 1875. It was listed as a local shrine on the 28th of April 1911. The purpose of the shrine is to follow the great principles of the deity, Hondawake no Mikoto. Hondawake no Mikoto is also more commonly known as the Emporer Ōjin. Read More ....

Otaru Canal Museum & Information Center

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Otaru City General Museum Canal Museum has an extensive collection that introduces the history of Otaru City including information on the natural environment. The exhibition includes 20,000 objects and materials in its collection. The museum is located by Otaru Canal and can be found in the 'former Otaru warehouse'. Read More ....

Tokai Lavender Fields

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On the Tokai Sapporo School campus the grounds really comes alive with lavender. It is said that the south district of Sapporo, where the campus is located, is known as the birthplace of lavender cultivation in Japan. Read More ....

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Tasuku Soba

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Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person)	¥1000
Opening Hours	11:00 - 19:00 11:00 - 16:00 Sundays 11:00 - 17:00 Tuesdays
Closed	Wednesday
Contact	011-826-5388
Notes	Soba restaurant, parking for 3, seating 20, counter seating 5, Japanese menu only
Location	This restaurant is located on the eastern side of Sapporo. It is a 10 minute walk from Hiragishi subway station. Take exit 3 and walk east. The restaurant is on the left hand side across from 2nd street store. 7 Chome-2-29 Hiragishi 5 Jo, Toyohira Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 062-0935

Tasuku Soba is a popular soba restaurant in the eastern district, Hiragashi, in Sapporo. It is a small restaurant but well known to the locals in this area. You can find some great soba meals that are perfect for lunch. The lunch sets here are really cheap and you can fill up for an affordable price! These set meals range from ¥680 to ¥980. There are different types of extras that come with the soba meal, such as a side dish of tempura. Extras can be added onto the soba bowl for a few extra yen. Customers receive a welcome buckwheat tea to sip on from the friendly staff while going over the menu.

Hokkaido Guide

– All Hokkaido, Japan Tourist Information

Haunted Yubari School

Toya Fireworks

Ishikarihama Coastal Plants Conservation Center

Hokkaido University Museum

Sosei River

Kotan Hachiman Shrine

Otaru Canal Museum & Information Center

Tokai Lavender Fields

Tasuku Soba