NINGLE TERRACE

This is a shopping area made from 15 log houses in the middle of the forest a two–minute walk from the Shin Furano Prince Hotel. Ningle Terrace displays and sells craft goods full of individuality made from natural materials from Hokkaido and the Furano area. Just looking will warm your heart, but you can also pick up some great souvenir gifts here.

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Hokkaido Powder Belt

The Hokkaido Powder Belt is a powder snow skiing area running 200km north-south in the center of Hokkaido. With shuttle buses and a common lift pass, you can ski freely in the three central ski resorts of the Powder Belt: Tomamu Ski Resort, Furano Ski Resort, and Kamui Ski Links. There are also lessons and guides available, as well as cat skiing and powder riding.

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SNOW MOBILE LAND SAPPORO

This is an outdoor facility 25 minutes by car from the center of Sapporo where you can ride a snowmobile through the hills, go on a banana boat, have a barbie in an igloo, and camp out. Outdoor wear and tools are all provided so you can travel light.（Entry ¥〇）

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HOT SPRING “KIRORO ONSEN”

Kiroro Hot Spring takes as its theme “the Japanese Garden”. The waters are 100% natural hot spring water. From the moment you walk in you will be struck by the quintessentially Japanese design and atmosphere, while the pure hot spring water, and the aroma of cypress wood in the sauna, will heal your body and mind. Ten massage chairs are available free to use in the separate men’s and women’s relaxation rooms. Day visits are possible.（Entry：Adults: ¥1,200）

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MICHIHITO

This Asahikawa store makes and sells the “Midoridohonuno” canvas bag, along with other outdoor bags. There is also a workshop where the bags are made from Japanese canvas. You can choose colors to make your own original bag, and take it back home with you as a perfect souvenir of your trip to Asahikawa. Time required：1 hour or less（Fee：¥3,300／MICHIHITO）

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SHIROI KOIBITO PARK

You can be accessed in 15 minutes by car.  This is the theme park of the famous Japanese sweet “Shiroi Koibito”. Learn about the history of chocolate, watch the sweets being made in the factory, and even try making some for yourself. There is also a café selling Shiroi Koibito soft cream, and a restaurant that does a tasty original curry.（Entrance fee ¥0）

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Yukichichibu

Yukichichibu is a must–see for any visit to Niseko. It is located 15 minutes by car from the center of Niseko, and 600 meters above sea level. With a view from Oyanuma Pond to Nitonupuri, this place has a lovely, expansive atmosphere. Feel the nature of Hokkaido directly on your skin in the many hot spring pools. The waters are effective on rough skin, minor wounds, and for recovering from overwork.

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