Garmin International Abashiri Beer Factory The people at the Abashiri Brewery have found a use for the icebergs that wash up on Japan’s cost every year. They’ve melted them and used the water to make the world’s first blue beer. The unusual draft looks amazing and is said to taste pretty good as well. Japanese blue beer also contains a fair amount of seaweed. Abashiri’s green beer is also made of seaweed, as well as hops and a mixture of plants from Japan’s Shiretoko peninsula. The red beer contains anthocyans, natural pigments found in plants and fruit. The people at the Abashiri Brewery have found a use for the icebergs that wash up on Japan’s cost every year. They’ve melted them and used the water to make the world’s first blue beer. The unusual draft looks amazing and is said to taste pretty good as well. Japanese blue beer also contains a fair amount of seaweed. Abashiri’s green beer is also made of seaweed, as well as hops and a mixture of plants from Japan’s Shiretoko peninsula. The red beer contains anthocyans, natural pigments found in plants and fruit. Bar SymbolAndName Abashiri Central Hotel Lodging SymbolAndName Abashiri Prison Pin, Blue SymbolAndName Abashiri Prison Museum <DIV><A href="http://www.kangoku.jp/world/">(home)</A> <BR><FONT size="1">n use from 1890 up until about 1984 and located on Mt Tento, this ex-prison which was moved from it’s previous location and reconstructed here, has been preserved in almost it’s original form. It has been converted into a museum, the only one of it’s kind in Japan. It is possible to see how the prisoners lived and worked in the prison confines. The actual detainee housing areas are also still intact and can be seen. The museum has various displays to show aspects of daily prison life, has wax dummies to give a better picture of the prisoners themselves and also displays some of the shackles and chains that were used.</FONT></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>Admission:&nbsp;Adults ¥ 1050<BR>University &amp; H.S. Students ¥ 730<BR>Children ¥ 520<BR>Open:&nbsp;9 am to 6 pm daily Apr to Oct<BR>9 am to 5 pm daily Nov to Mar<BR>Getting There:&nbsp;Approximately 10 min from JR Abashiri Station by the Mt.Tento bus.<BR>Phone:&nbsp;0152-45-2411</DIV> <DIV><A href="http://www.kangoku.jp/world/">(home)</A> <BR><FONT size="1">n use from 1890 up until about 1984 and located on Mt Tento, this ex-prison which was moved from it’s previous location and reconstructed here, has been preserved in almost it’s original form. It has been converted into a museum, the only one of it’s kind in Japan. It is possible to see how the prisoners lived and worked in the prison confines. The actual detainee housing areas are also still intact and can be seen. The museum has various displays to show aspects of daily prison life, has wax dummies to give a better picture of the prisoners themselves and also displays some of the shackles and chains that were used.</FONT></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>Admission:&nbsp;Adults ¥ 1050<BR>University &amp; H.S. Students ¥ 730<BR>Children ¥ 520<BR>Open:&nbsp;9 am to 6 pm daily Apr to Oct<BR>9 am to 5 pm daily Nov to Mar<BR>Getting There:&nbsp;Approximately 10 min from JR Abashiri Station by the Mt.Tento bus.<BR>Phone:&nbsp;0152-45-2411</DIV> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 173.12639999999999 Asahiyama Zoo <DIV><A href="http://www5.city.asahikawa.hokkaido.jp/asahiyamazoo/zoo/English/top.html">(home)</A></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">Asahiyama Zoo is the most northern in Japan and houses a huge number of animals across a wide range of species. Some of the most popular exhibits are the polar bear house where it is possible to see the animals very close up through glass walls (This exhibit is particularly good at feeding time, but be sure to arrive early!). The penguin pool contains a 360° see through walk-way running through the middle of the pool. The seal house has a similar see through area. The large cat house allows visitors to see the animals close up through glass walls. Monkey mountain and the orangutan tower are also popular. There is a farm animal petting area for kids and also a small roller coaster. The zoo is open all year however many animals may be hibernating or closed indoors during the winter season.</FONT></DIV> <DIV>Admission:&nbsp;¥580</DIV> <DIV>Open: 9:30 am to 5:15 pm daily Apr 28th to Oct 21st<BR>10:30am to&nbsp;3:30pm Nov 3rd to Apr 7 <BR>Closed&nbsp;Winter period : closed Wednesdays and Thursdays and December 30 to January 5th.</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>Getting There: From JR Asahikawa Station:</DIV> <DIV>1. By Bus:<BR>It takes about 40 minutes, leaves every hour, ¥400.<BR>Take Asahikawa Denki Kido Bus for Asahiyama Zoo at Bus Stop No.5 in front of Asahikawa Denki Kido &amp;<BR>Asaden Information Center on Midoribashi -dori across from JR Asahikawa Station.</DIV> <DIV>2. By Taxi:<BR>It takes about 25minutes and costs about ¥3k.</DIV> <DIV><A href="http://www5.city.asahikawa.hokkaido.jp/asahiyamazoo/zoo/English/top.html">(home)</A></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">Asahiyama Zoo is the most northern in Japan and houses a huge number of animals across a wide range of species. Some of the most popular exhibits are the polar bear house where it is possible to see the animals very close up through glass walls (This exhibit is particularly good at feeding time, but be sure to arrive early!). The penguin pool contains a 360° see through walk-way running through the middle of the pool. The seal house has a similar see through area. The large cat house allows visitors to see the animals close up through glass walls. Monkey mountain and the orangutan tower are also popular. There is a farm animal petting area for kids and also a small roller coaster. The zoo is open all year however many animals may be hibernating or closed indoors during the winter season.</FONT></DIV> <DIV>Admission:&nbsp;¥580</DIV> <DIV>Open: 9:30 am to 5:15 pm daily Apr 28th to Oct 21st<BR>10:30am to&nbsp;3:30pm Nov 3rd to Apr 7 <BR>Closed&nbsp;Winter period : closed Wednesdays and Thursdays and December 30 to January 5th.</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>Getting There: From JR Asahikawa Station:</DIV> <DIV>1. By Bus:<BR>It takes about 40 minutes, leaves every hour, ¥400.<BR>Take Asahikawa Denki Kido Bus for Asahiyama Zoo at Bus Stop No.5 in front of Asahikawa Denki Kido &amp;<BR>Asaden Information Center on Midoribashi -dori across from JR Asahikawa Station.</DIV> <DIV>2. By Taxi:<BR>It takes about 25minutes and costs about ¥3k.</DIV> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Cape Soya <STRONG><EM>Cape Soya is the most northern point in Japan</EM></STRONG> and is marked by a small monument commemorating the north and the northern frontier spirit. From here, on clear days it is possible to see the Russian Island of Sakhalin which is only 43 kilometers away. Cape Soya is also part of Japanese northern exploration history and a monument to one of Japan’s famous explorers is here. This site is quite amazing and very beautiful. In winter huge ice flows from the north pass by and It is possible to take boat rides on various kinds of ice breakers to enjoy the spectacle more. Located on top of the cape above the area for the most northern pont, there are several monuments and a small lighthouse. One of them is "The Bell for World Peace", which is a replica of the bell situated in the garden in front of United Nations Building in New York City. Another is the “Tower of Prayer”, which was built as a memorial to the passengers of a Korean Airlines flight which was shot down by the Soviet Union just north of the cape.</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">Along the sea of Japan, the coastline running north and south of Wakkanai, is known as “the Wakkanai Western Coast”. This seaside highway which commands ocean views and views of the Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park area is an extremely popular driving course and many motorcycle and car touring groups head this way. From the coastal road it is possible to see Mt. Rishiri Fuji, rising from the sea to a height of 1,721 meters. The national park consists of sand dunes and seasonally changing wild flowers and some magnificent sunsets on good days. A must see for nature lovers. <STRONG><EM>Cape Soya is the most northern point in Japan</EM></STRONG> and is marked by a small monument commemorating the north and the northern frontier spirit. From here, on clear days it is possible to see the Russian Island of Sakhalin which is only 43 kilometers away. Cape Soya is also part of Japanese northern exploration history and a monument to one of Japan’s famous explorers is here. This site is quite amazing and very beautiful. In winter huge ice flows from the north pass by and It is possible to take boat rides on various kinds of ice breakers to enjoy the spectacle more. Located on top of the cape above the area for the most northern pont, there are several monuments and a small lighthouse. One of them is "The Bell for World Peace", which is a replica of the bell situated in the garden in front of United Nations Building in New York City. Another is the “Tower of Prayer”, which was built as a memorial to the passengers of a Korean Airlines flight which was shot down by the Soviet Union just north of the cape.</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">Along the sea of Japan, the coastline running north and south of Wakkanai, is known as “the Wakkanai Western Coast”. This seaside highway which commands ocean views and views of the Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park area is an extremely popular driving course and many motorcycle and car touring groups head this way. From the coastal road it is possible to see Mt. Rishiri Fuji, rising from the sea to a height of 1,721 meters. The national park consists of sand dunes and seasonally changing wild flowers and some magnificent sunsets on good days. A must see for nature lovers. Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Cockatoo Road Station Lookout Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Dormy Inn Wakkanai Lodging SymbolAndName 188 Farm Tomita Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Flower Land Kamifurano Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Fort Goryokaku <DIV><IMG height="66" src="http://web-japan.org/atlas/historical/photo/goryokaku01.jpg" width="102"><FONT size="1">Constructed from 1857 to 1864 as Japan's first Western style fort Goryokaku, is now a park and home to some 1 600 cherry trees. Shaped like a star boats can be rented for use in the moat that completely surroundsthis beautiful area. The fort is also famous as the area where the Edo Shogunate Samurai had there last stand against the newly formed Meiji Imperial Army. Inside the park there is a small museum that displays weapons, uniforms and other historical articles related to these events. The whole area can be viewed from the Goryokaku Tower. Approximately 50 meters high and standing near the park entrance it gives you a great view of the star shape and the general area.</FONT> <br>&nbsp;</div> <DIV>Admission:&nbsp;Tower - Adults ¥520 <BR>Open:&nbsp;8 am to 8 pm Daily <BR>Getting There:&nbsp;From JR Hakodate Station, take a tram to the "Goryokaku Koen Mae" stop (10 minutes). From there, the fortress is another 5-10 minutes on foot.<br>&nbsp;</div> <DIV><IMG height="66" src="http://web-japan.org/atlas/historical/photo/goryokaku01.jpg" width="102"><FONT size="1">Constructed from 1857 to 1864 as Japan's first Western style fort Goryokaku, is now a park and home to some 1 600 cherry trees. Shaped like a star boats can be rented for use in the moat that completely surroundsthis beautiful area. The fort is also famous as the area where the Edo Shogunate Samurai had there last stand against the newly formed Meiji Imperial Army. Inside the park there is a small museum that displays weapons, uniforms and other historical articles related to these events. The whole area can be viewed from the Goryokaku Tower. Approximately 50 meters high and standing near the park entrance it gives you a great view of the star shape and the general area.</FONT> <br>&nbsp;</div> <DIV>Admission:&nbsp;Tower - Adults ¥520 <BR>Open:&nbsp;8 am to 8 pm Daily <BR>Getting There:&nbsp;From JR Hakodate Station, take a tram to the "Goryokaku Koen Mae" stop (10 minutes). From there, the fortress is another 5-10 minutes on foot.<br>&nbsp;</div> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Furano La Terre Lodging SymbolAndName Ginga Falls Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Gin’numa Great Crater Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Hamatonbetsu Onsen Wing Lodging SymbolAndName 0 Historical Village <DIV><A href="http://www.kaitaku.or.jp/info/info.htm">(home) <BR></A></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;<IMG style="width:80px" height="141" src="http://www.kaitaku.or.jp/go/view.jpg" width="190"></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>Fee: ¥680 (S$9)</DIV> <DIV><A href="http://www.kaitaku.or.jp/info/info.htm">(home) <BR></A></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;<IMG style="width:80px" height="141" src="http://www.kaitaku.or.jp/go/view.jpg" width="190"></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>Fee: ¥680 (S$9)</DIV> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Hokutan Shimizusawa Power Plant Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Hotel Kawanami Lodging SymbolAndName Hotel Lavenir Lodging SymbolAndName Hotel Masyu Lodging SymbolAndName Hotel Shiretoko Lodging SymbolAndName Indigirka Cenotaph <P>During a blizzard in December 1939 the Indigirka was stranded on a reef 1.4 kilometers offshore of Sarufutsu Village. The ship then capsized and local people helped rescue over 400 people facing certain death. Thus for a long time it had been believed to be a touching tale. <P>But after Soviet breakup, it was revealed what actually took place. Guards fired on prisoners trying to evacuate, keeping them in the holds. When the ship capsized they were sealed below decks. It then took 3 days to begin rescue of the prisoners. A hole had to be cut in the side of the ship to free them, 741 were dead, only 28 survived. The captain was later convicted of negligence and executed. <P>During a blizzard in December 1939 the Indigirka was stranded on a reef 1.4 kilometers offshore of Sarufutsu Village. The ship then capsized and local people helped rescue over 400 people facing certain death. Thus for a long time it had been believed to be a touching tale. <P>But after Soviet breakup, it was revealed what actually took place. Guards fired on prisoners trying to evacuate, keeping them in the holds. When the ship capsized they were sealed below decks. It then took 3 days to begin rescue of the prisoners. A hole had to be cut in the side of the ship to free them, 741 were dead, only 28 survived. The captain was later convicted of negligence and executed. Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Isaribi Business Hotel Lodging SymbolAndName Jigokudani (Hell Valley) A cloud of steam, hot water and volcanic gas are given off from the surface which make the whole space smell strongly of sulfur.You can experience this impressive image of hell in JIGOKUDANI, which was a volcano mouth made about 10,000 years ago.The hot water produced at JIGOKUDANI sent to Japanese inns (or Ryokan) and hotels.It is worth visiting this vigorous scenery. There are foot paths that lead to all around JIGOKUDANI and obsevation deck of O-Yu Numa. A cloud of steam, hot water and volcanic gas are given off from the surface which make the whole space smell strongly of sulfur.You can experience this impressive image of hell in JIGOKUDANI, which was a volcano mouth made about 10,000 years ago.The hot water produced at JIGOKUDANI sent to Japanese inns (or Ryokan) and hotels.It is worth visiting this vigorous scenery. There are foot paths that lead to all around JIGOKUDANI and obsevation deck of O-Yu Numa. Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Kaiyo Inn Lodging SymbolAndName Kamiyubetsu Tulip Park From early May to early June, Kamiyubetsu takes centre stage as the most popular day-trip destination following the Hokkaido winter. Local and international tourists descend on the town in large numbers to enjoy over 120 varieties of tulips, with more than 1.2 million tulips in total. From early May to early June, Kamiyubetsu takes centre stage as the most popular day-trip destination following the Hokkaido winter. Local and international tourists descend on the town in large numbers to enjoy over 120 varieties of tulips, with more than 1.2 million tulips in total. Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Kamuiwakka Falls Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Kamuiwakka Hot Spring Falls The Kamuiwakka Falls are one of Japan's more amazing natural wonders, and the Ainu name means "river of the gods". The road to the falls is closed to private traffic. The shuttle bus (¥1180) from the Shiretoko Shizen Center goes 11 km up a bumpy dirt road, (53 min). At the end of the track. The 30 min. climb up the river in water that gets gradually warmer as you ascend, and the rocks more slippery from the algae. At the end the waterfalls cascade into a free natural hot spring pool large enough for half a dozen people. Only the very first part of the river up from the bus terminal at the road bridge was open to the public because of falling rocks. The Kamuiwakka Falls are one of Japan's more amazing natural wonders, and the Ainu name means "river of the gods". The road to the falls is closed to private traffic. The shuttle bus (¥1180) from the Shiretoko Shizen Center goes 11 km up a bumpy dirt road, (53 min). At the end of the track. The 30 min. climb up the river in water that gets gradually warmer as you ascend, and the rocks more slippery from the algae. At the end the waterfalls cascade into a free natural hot spring pool large enough for half a dozen people. Only the very first part of the river up from the bus terminal at the road bridge was open to the public because of falling rocks. Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Kawayu Onsen <a href="http://www10.ocn.ne.jp/%7Ehpw/">(home)</a><br> <a href="http://www10.ocn.ne.jp/%7Ehpw/">(home)</a><br> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Kitami Comfort Hotel Lodging SymbolAndName Kitami Flower Paradise The Kitami Flower Paradise is panoramic flower garden designed by famous biologist Yoichi Azuma. This massive 28 hectare mountain is filled with 30,000 flowers of 85 different kinds. See Chinese cherry blossoms in May, peonies in June, Japanese roses in July, bulbaceous flowers in August and chrysanthemums in September. The Kitami Flower Paradise is panoramic flower garden designed by famous biologist Yoichi Azuma. This massive 28 hectare mountain is filled with 30,000 flowers of 85 different kinds. See Chinese cherry blossoms in May, peonies in June, Japanese roses in July, bulbaceous flowers in August and chrysanthemums in September. Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Koshimizu wild flower gardens Koshimizu wild (aka Primeval) flower gardens are situated on an 8km long sand dune that is bordered by the Sea of Okhotsk on one side and Lake Tofutsu on the other. The blooming of the Chocolate Lily announces the arrival of the short Okhotsk summer, as the clusters of the Japanese bush clover and iris gradually spread across the gardens. Koshimizu wild (aka Primeval) flower gardens are situated on an 8km long sand dune that is bordered by the Sea of Okhotsk on one side and Lake Tofutsu on the other. The blooming of the Chocolate Lily announces the arrival of the short Okhotsk summer, as the clusters of the Japanese bush clover and iris gradually spread across the gardens. Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Lake Mashu <IMG style="width:239px" src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/3/3c/Lakemashu-winter.jpg/300px-Lakemashu-winter.jpg"><SPAN>Considered to one of the most beautiful lakes in Japan this lake can also one of the most elusive. Known for its crystal clear and stunning blue water, the lake is often hidden by thick fog. The summer period especially often sees a lot of fog in the area. Those lucky enough to get a glimpse of this beautiful area can do so from two different observation areas overlooking the lake. Deck one has a large parking area and tourist facilities. Deck two is smaller, with a smaller parking area and no facilities but the parking is free. Lake Masshu is about one hour drive from Akankohan Village or about 15 minutes from Kawayu Village.</SPAN> <IMG style="width:239px" src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/3/3c/Lakemashu-winter.jpg/300px-Lakemashu-winter.jpg"><SPAN>Considered to one of the most beautiful lakes in Japan this lake can also one of the most elusive. Known for its crystal clear and stunning blue water, the lake is often hidden by thick fog. The summer period especially often sees a lot of fog in the area. Those lucky enough to get a glimpse of this beautiful area can do so from two different observation areas overlooking the lake. Deck one has a large parking area and tourist facilities. Deck two is smaller, with a smaller parking area and no facilities but the parking is free. Lake Masshu is about one hour drive from Akankohan Village or about 15 minutes from Kawayu Village.</SPAN> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 647 Lake Okotanpe Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Lake Toya <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Toya">(wiki)</a> <a href="http://www.laketoya.com/top.html">(home)<br></a>Lake Toya ($$$, Toya-ko?) is a volcanic caldera lake in Shikotsu-Toya National Park, Abuta District, Hokkaido, Japan. The stratovolcano of Mount Usu lies on the southern rim of the caldera. It is a nearly circular lake with 10 kilometers diameter in east-west direction and 9km in north-south direction.<br><br>Lake Toya is said to be the northernmost lake in Japan that never ices, and the second most transparent lake in Japan. Nakano-shima, an island in the middle of the lake, houses the Toya Lake Forest Museum. <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Toya">(wiki)</a> <a href="http://www.laketoya.com/top.html">(home)<br></a>Lake Toya ($$$, Toya-ko?) is a volcanic caldera lake in Shikotsu-Toya National Park, Abuta District, Hokkaido, Japan. The stratovolcano of Mount Usu lies on the southern rim of the caldera. It is a nearly circular lake with 10 kilometers diameter in east-west direction and 9km in north-south direction.<br><br>Lake Toya is said to be the northernmost lake in Japan that never ices, and the second most transparent lake in Japan. Nakano-shima, an island in the middle of the lake, houses the Toya Lake Forest Museum. Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Lavender East Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Log Bear Lodging SymbolAndName Makkausu Cave Luminous Moss Luminous Moss Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Mitsubishi Oyubari Railway Iron bridge Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Moyoro Shell Mound Moyorokaizuka Moyorokaizuka Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Mt Io Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Mt Usu-zan West Crater #1 Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Mt Usu-zan West Crater #2 Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Mt. Hakodate Ropeway <div><img src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5f/Mt-Hakodate-Ropeway-05.jpg/180px-Mt-Hakodate-Ropeway-05.jpg" height="52" width="70"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mt._Hakodate_Ropeway">(wiki)</a>&nbsp;<span><font size="1">Lying at the southern end of the central Hokkaido peninsula Mount Hakodate (Hakodateyama) is 334 meters high and allows a spectacular view of both the city and the Tsugaru Strait. On clear days and especially at night, the view of Hakodate from the mountain is quite amazing and is said to be amongst the three most beautiful views in the world. The cable car connects to an observatory at the top of the mountain. Inside there are souvenir shops, a restaurant with incredible views, and an events hall where monitors play a show about the four seasons of Hakodate. The temperature at the top of the mountain, even in summer, is slightly cool and winds can cause even cooler temperatures. The cable car which holds up to 125 people will depart every ten minutes in peak times. It is possible to drive to the top of the mountain in the warm months after the cable car service has finished operation for the day. (After approximately 10 pm)</font><br></span></div> <div><span>Admission:&nbsp;¥640 one way / ¥1,160 return<br>Open:&nbsp;10 am to 10 pm Apr 26&nbsp;- Oct 31<br>10 am to 9 pm Nov 1 to Apr 25<br>Closed:&nbsp;For a short time in early Nov for yearly service. <br>Phone:&nbsp;138-23-3105 <br>Address (Ropeway):&nbsp;19-7 Motomachi Hakodate</span></div> <div><img src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5f/Mt-Hakodate-Ropeway-05.jpg/180px-Mt-Hakodate-Ropeway-05.jpg" height="52" width="70"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mt._Hakodate_Ropeway">(wiki)</a>&nbsp;<span><font size="1">Lying at the southern end of the central Hokkaido peninsula Mount Hakodate (Hakodateyama) is 334 meters high and allows a spectacular view of both the city and the Tsugaru Strait. On clear days and especially at night, the view of Hakodate from the mountain is quite amazing and is said to be amongst the three most beautiful views in the world. The cable car connects to an observatory at the top of the mountain. Inside there are souvenir shops, a restaurant with incredible views, and an events hall where monitors play a show about the four seasons of Hakodate. The temperature at the top of the mountain, even in summer, is slightly cool and winds can cause even cooler temperatures. The cable car which holds up to 125 people will depart every ten minutes in peak times. It is possible to drive to the top of the mountain in the warm months after the cable car service has finished operation for the day. (After approximately 10 pm)</font><br></span></div> <div><span>Admission:&nbsp;¥640 one way / ¥1,160 return<br>Open:&nbsp;10 am to 10 pm Apr 26&nbsp;- Oct 31<br>10 am to 9 pm Nov 1 to Apr 25<br>Closed:&nbsp;For a short time in early Nov for yearly service. <br>Phone:&nbsp;138-23-3105 <br>Address (Ropeway):&nbsp;19-7 Motomachi Hakodate</span></div> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Mt. Usu-zan Gondola Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Mt. Usu-zan Nishiyama Crater Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 1004.9256 Mt.Tarumae Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Noboribetsu Onsen Biggest mineral water hot spring area in Hokkaido Biggest mineral water hot spring area in Hokkaido Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Noboribetsu Ropeway Bear park at peak with 104 bears and 1 squirrel<BR> Ropeway & Park Adult: ¥2520 Bear park at peak with 104 bears and 1 squirrel<BR> Ropeway & Park Adult: ¥2520 Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Nonky Land Moss Pink Phlox Festival Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Northern Lodge Hotel Lodging SymbolAndName 0 Odori Park <DIV><A href="http://www.welcome.city.sapporo.jp/english/sites/odori.html">(home)</A></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">Odori Park, originally laid out as the fire-break, divides the city center into the north-south, stretching about 1.5 km, covering 12 blocks with TV tower in west 1 is an oasis for the citizens situated in among office-buildings.</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">In every block of this park, we find attraction, monuments , artworks, play-areas, fountains, not to mention the beauty of the seasonal flowers and trees. Among the artworks, the great work of Isamu Noguchi is well known.</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">All along the park, we have about 92species 4,700 trees such as lilacs, elms, Japanese zelkovas, azaleas and about 50 cherry trees.</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">In every season, many events are held here including the world-famous Snow Festival.</FONT></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV> <DIV><STRONG>Sapporo White Illumination <BR></STRONG>Time:Middle Nov. - Early Jan. <BR>Fantasy with illumination ,visual and audio effect in the white world.</DIV><STRONG>Sapporo Snow Festival</STRONG><BR>Time:Early February <BR>Odori Park lined with gigantic snow statues, ice sculptures with various kinds of events for visitors.</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>Sapporo Lilac Festival</STRONG> <BR>Time:Late May <BR>About 400 lilac in full bloom.</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>YOSAKOI Soran Festival</STRONG> <BR>Time: June 6-12, 2011<BR>Based on Hokkaido local song of Soran, dozens of thousands of dancers perform, marching along.</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>Sapporo Summer Festival</STRONG> <BR>Time:Late July - Late Aug. <BR>Beer Garden and Bon Dance.</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>German Christmas Market <BR></STRONG>Time:Late Nov. - Middle Dec. <BR>Sister city Munich brings in traditional Christmas market in west 2 block.</DIV> <DIV><A href="http://www.welcome.city.sapporo.jp/english/sites/odori.html">(home)</A></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">Odori Park, originally laid out as the fire-break, divides the city center into the north-south, stretching about 1.5 km, covering 12 blocks with TV tower in west 1 is an oasis for the citizens situated in among office-buildings.</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">In every block of this park, we find attraction, monuments , artworks, play-areas, fountains, not to mention the beauty of the seasonal flowers and trees. Among the artworks, the great work of Isamu Noguchi is well known.</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">All along the park, we have about 92species 4,700 trees such as lilacs, elms, Japanese zelkovas, azaleas and about 50 cherry trees.</FONT></DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1">In every season, many events are held here including the world-famous Snow Festival.</FONT></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV> <DIV><STRONG>Sapporo White Illumination <BR></STRONG>Time:Middle Nov. - Early Jan. <BR>Fantasy with illumination ,visual and audio effect in the white world.</DIV><STRONG>Sapporo Snow Festival</STRONG><BR>Time:Early February <BR>Odori Park lined with gigantic snow statues, ice sculptures with various kinds of events for visitors.</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>Sapporo Lilac Festival</STRONG> <BR>Time:Late May <BR>About 400 lilac in full bloom.</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>YOSAKOI Soran Festival</STRONG> <BR>Time: June 6-12, 2011<BR>Based on Hokkaido local song of Soran, dozens of thousands of dancers perform, marching along.</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>Sapporo Summer Festival</STRONG> <BR>Time:Late July - Late Aug. <BR>Beer Garden and Bon Dance.</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>German Christmas Market <BR></STRONG>Time:Late Nov. - Middle Dec. <BR>Sister city Munich brings in traditional Christmas market in west 2 block.</DIV> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Oshinkoshin Falls Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Oyunuma Pond Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 6.096 Poroto Kotan Ainu Museum Ainu Museum Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Rausu Daiichi Hotel Lodging SymbolAndName Rausu Geyser (Kanketsusen) Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Rausu Hot Spring Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Rausu Kunashiri Tenboto (Observation Tower) Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Rausu Visitor Center Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Red Brick Warehouses <DIV><A href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=%E9%87%91%E6%A3%AE%E8%B5%A4%E3%83%AC%E3%83%B3%E3%82%AC%E5%80%89%E5%BA%AB&amp;sll=41.766591,140.724757&amp;sspn=0.007202,0.019484&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;latlng=41766246,140715636,1042983134241268216&amp;ei=fobvRqmTDJScjQPTl9GTDQ&amp;cd=1&amp;dtab=5"><IMG src="http://base.googlehosted.com/base_media?q=maps:www.rurubu.com/sight/image/A0302030a.jpg&amp;size=2&amp;hl=en"></A><FONT size="1">Originally built in 1909 by the Kanemori Beer and Shipping Company, these warehouses were remodeled in 1988 into a beer hall, shopping area and multi use hall. The harbor area and warehouse area a lovely place to spend a relaxing morning or a romantic stroll at night. Try the famous Hakodate beer which has been in production since 1898.</FONT></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><A href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=%E9%87%91%E6%A3%AE%E8%B5%A4%E3%83%AC%E3%83%B3%E3%82%AC%E5%80%89%E5%BA%AB&amp;sll=41.766591,140.724757&amp;sspn=0.007202,0.019484&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;latlng=41766246,140715636,1042983134241268216&amp;ei=fobvRqmTDJScjQPTl9GTDQ&amp;cd=1&amp;dtab=5"><IMG src="http://base.googlehosted.com/base_media?q=maps:www.rurubu.com/sight/image/A0302030a.jpg&amp;size=2&amp;hl=en"></A><FONT size="1">Originally built in 1909 by the Kanemori Beer and Shipping Company, these warehouses were remodeled in 1988 into a beer hall, shopping area and multi use hall. The harbor area and warehouse area a lovely place to spend a relaxing morning or a romantic stroll at night. Try the famous Hakodate beer which has been in production since 1898.</FONT></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Rishiri Fuji hot spring Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Ryusei Falls Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Saika-no-sato Lavender fields Lavender fields Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Sapporo Clock Tower <DIV><BR><A href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=%E6%9C%AD%E5%B9%8C%E6%99%82%E8%A8%88%E5%8F%B0&amp;sll=43.039599,141.351471&amp;sspn=0.029735,0.05785&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;latlng=43062568,141353626,1989368697453858283&amp;ei=cTXvRtPGBqOcjQOMkZGODQ&amp;cd=1&amp;dtab=5"><IMG src="http://base.googlehosted.com/base_media?q=maps:www.rurubu.com/sight/image/A0300010a.jpg&amp;size=2&amp;hl=en"></A></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>Admission:&nbsp;Adults ¥200<BR>Opening Hours&nbsp;9 am to 5 pm : Tue to Sun.<BR>Closed:&nbsp;Mon and Dec 29th to Jan 3rd.</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><FONT style="background-color:#ffffff" color="#000000" size="1">Clock Tower ($$$ Tokeidai), close to Odori station. This rather diminutive building has become a symbol of Sapporo, mostly by being the oldest building still standing. It was constructed in 1878 for the Sapporo Agricultural College (now the Hokkaido University) and would not look out of place in Smalltown USA. 200 yen for entry, the inside is a small retrospective of its history. However, visitor beware, this is a mecca for Japanese tourists coming to Sapporo (no trip to Sapporo would be complete without a photo in front of the Tokedai), but was actually recently rated as Japan's third "most disappointing" tourist attraction!</FONT></DIV> <DIV><BR><A href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=%E6%9C%AD%E5%B9%8C%E6%99%82%E8%A8%88%E5%8F%B0&amp;sll=43.039599,141.351471&amp;sspn=0.029735,0.05785&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;latlng=43062568,141353626,1989368697453858283&amp;ei=cTXvRtPGBqOcjQOMkZGODQ&amp;cd=1&amp;dtab=5"><IMG src="http://base.googlehosted.com/base_media?q=maps:www.rurubu.com/sight/image/A0300010a.jpg&amp;size=2&amp;hl=en"></A></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>Admission:&nbsp;Adults ¥200<BR>Opening Hours&nbsp;9 am to 5 pm : Tue to Sun.<BR>Closed:&nbsp;Mon and Dec 29th to Jan 3rd.</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><FONT style="background-color:#ffffff" color="#000000" size="1">Clock Tower ($$$ Tokeidai), close to Odori station. This rather diminutive building has become a symbol of Sapporo, mostly by being the oldest building still standing. It was constructed in 1878 for the Sapporo Agricultural College (now the Hokkaido University) and would not look out of place in Smalltown USA. 200 yen for entry, the inside is a small retrospective of its history. However, visitor beware, this is a mecca for Japanese tourists coming to Sapporo (no trip to Sapporo would be complete without a photo in front of the Tokedai), but was actually recently rated as Japan's third "most disappointing" tourist attraction!</FONT></DIV> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Sarobetsu National Park <DIV><SPAN><A href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu_National_Park">(wiki)</A></SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN>Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park ($$$$$$$$$$$$ Rishiri Rebun Sarobetsu Kokuritsu Koen?) is a national park on the Rishiri Island, Rebun Island, coasts of Wakkanai and Wakkasakanai and Sarobetsu Plain and the north-western edge of Hokkaido, Japan.</SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN></SPAN><BR><SPAN>$$$$$$$$$$$$$</SPAN><BR>0163-82-1362<BR><A href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=%E5%88%A9%E5%B0%BB%E7%A4%BC%E6%96%87%E3%82%B5%E3%83%AD%E3%83%99%E3%83%84&amp;sll=45.494676,141.942501&amp;sspn=0.223813,0.418854&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;latlng=45246974,141218516,11373975928157012860&amp;ei=UuXwRqz8IpnIjAPL5oD4AQ&amp;cd=7&amp;dtab=5"><IMG src="http://base.googlehosted.com/base_media?q=maps:www.jalan.net/jalan/images/pictM/7/00117/00117595.jpg&amp;size=2&amp;hl=en"></A></DIV> <DIV><SPAN><A href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu_National_Park">(wiki)</A></SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN>Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park ($$$$$$$$$$$$ Rishiri Rebun Sarobetsu Kokuritsu Koen?) is a national park on the Rishiri Island, Rebun Island, coasts of Wakkanai and Wakkasakanai and Sarobetsu Plain and the north-western edge of Hokkaido, Japan.</SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN></SPAN><BR><SPAN>$$$$$$$$$$$$$</SPAN><BR>0163-82-1362<BR><A href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&amp;hl=en&amp;geocode=&amp;q=%E5%88%A9%E5%B0%BB%E7%A4%BC%E6%96%87%E3%82%B5%E3%83%AD%E3%83%99%E3%83%84&amp;sll=45.494676,141.942501&amp;sspn=0.223813,0.418854&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;latlng=45246974,141218516,11373975928157012860&amp;ei=UuXwRqz8IpnIjAPL5oD4AQ&amp;cd=7&amp;dtab=5"><IMG src="http://base.googlehosted.com/base_media?q=maps:www.jalan.net/jalan/images/pictM/7/00117/00117595.jpg&amp;size=2&amp;hl=en"></A></DIV> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Seikan Tunnel <span>$$</span><br><span>$$$$$$$$$$$$</span><br>0139-47-3001<br> <span>$$</span><br><span>$$$$$$$$$$$$</span><br>0139-47-3001<br> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Sewage Plant Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Shikisai Hill Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Shiretoko Noble Hotel Lodging SymbolAndName Shiretoko Pass Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Snow Crystal Museum <DIV><STRONG>Snow Crystal Museum</STRONG></DIV> <DIV>In "Ice Gallery", which has been kept under -15C to -20C, the great ice-fall designated "Nature in Taisetsu-Winter"represents severe beautiful winter world. The amazing pictures of snow crystals which have been taken for over 20 years at Taisetsu National park are exhibited in "Snow Crystal Museum".<BR>Admission fee:&nbsp;¥550<BR>Open:&nbsp;Apr-Nov [9:00AM-17:30PM],<BR>Dec-Mar [9:00AM-17:30PM]</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>Hokkaido Folk Arts and Crafts Village</STRONG></DIV> <DIV>The other two museums in these village are International Dyeing &amp; Weaving Art Museum &amp; the Yukara-ori Folk Craft Museum.</DIV> <DIV>Free Shuttle Bus Service: from Kureyon-Parking (1-jyo 6 chome, Asahikawa). Approx. 15 min. May-Oct 7 services a day. Nov-Apr 4 services a day.</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>The International Dyeing and Weaving Museum</STRONG></DIV> <DIV>From 90 countries in the world and all over Japan,about 5,000 dyeing and weaving arts are exhibited. All arts are classified so orderly that you can appreciate them comparing each difference. <BR>Admission fee:&nbsp;¥550</DIV> <DIV>Open:&nbsp;Apr-Nov [9:00AM-17:30PM],<BR>Dec-Mar [9:00AM-17:30PM]<BR>&nbsp;&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>The Yukara-ori Folk Craft Museum</STRONG></DIV> <DIV>"Yukara facric" is weaved with wool threads dyed into hundreds of colors.<BR>The fabric represents great nature and natural features of Hokkaido. Lots of masterpieces including the ones, which won each international or domestic weaving competition.</DIV> <DIV>Admission fee:&nbsp;¥450<BR>Open:&nbsp;Apr-Nov [9:00AM-17:30PM],<BR>Dec-Mar [9:00AM-17:30PM]</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>Snow Crystal Museum</STRONG></DIV> <DIV>In "Ice Gallery", which has been kept under -15C to -20C, the great ice-fall designated "Nature in Taisetsu-Winter"represents severe beautiful winter world. The amazing pictures of snow crystals which have been taken for over 20 years at Taisetsu National park are exhibited in "Snow Crystal Museum".<BR>Admission fee:&nbsp;¥550<BR>Open:&nbsp;Apr-Nov [9:00AM-17:30PM],<BR>Dec-Mar [9:00AM-17:30PM]</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>Hokkaido Folk Arts and Crafts Village</STRONG></DIV> <DIV>The other two museums in these village are International Dyeing &amp; Weaving Art Museum &amp; the Yukara-ori Folk Craft Museum.</DIV> <DIV>Free Shuttle Bus Service: from Kureyon-Parking (1-jyo 6 chome, Asahikawa). Approx. 15 min. May-Oct 7 services a day. Nov-Apr 4 services a day.</DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>The International Dyeing and Weaving Museum</STRONG></DIV> <DIV>From 90 countries in the world and all over Japan,about 5,000 dyeing and weaving arts are exhibited. All arts are classified so orderly that you can appreciate them comparing each difference. <BR>Admission fee:&nbsp;¥550</DIV> <DIV>Open:&nbsp;Apr-Nov [9:00AM-17:30PM],<BR>Dec-Mar [9:00AM-17:30PM]<BR>&nbsp;&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><STRONG>The Yukara-ori Folk Craft Museum</STRONG></DIV> <DIV>"Yukara facric" is weaved with wool threads dyed into hundreds of colors.<BR>The fabric represents great nature and natural features of Hokkaido. Lots of masterpieces including the ones, which won each international or domestic weaving competition.</DIV> <DIV>Admission fee:&nbsp;¥450<BR>Open:&nbsp;Apr-Nov [9:00AM-17:30PM],<BR>Dec-Mar [9:00AM-17:30PM]</DIV> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Takinoue Park Pink Moss Phlox Pink Moss Phlox Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Takushinkan Photo Gallery Photo Gallery Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Tokoro Observation Tower Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Tower of Prayer Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Toyako Forest Museum Nakano-shima, an island in the middle of the lake, houses the Toya Lake Forest Museum. Nakano-shima, an island in the middle of the lake, houses the Toya Lake Forest Museum. Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Toyako Onsen The main town is Toyako Onsen ($$$$$), on the western shore. The town Toyako is located on the other side of the lake.<br><br><font size="2"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial" lang="EN-US"><img src="http://www.laketoya.com/gallery/image/Christmas_Tree.jpg" border="0" height="197" width="239"></span></b></font> <font size="2"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial" lang="EN-US"></span></b></font><font size="2"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial" lang="EN-US">Holy Light Christmas in Toya</span></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial" lang="EN-US"> is a night event held on 23, 24 &amp; 25 of December at the illumination street in Toyakoonsen. In the romantic snowscape the fireworks light up the brightly decorated Christmas tree and candle tree.</span></font><br> The main town is Toyako Onsen ($$$$$), on the western shore. The town Toyako is located on the other side of the lake.<br><br><font size="2"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial" lang="EN-US"><img src="http://www.laketoya.com/gallery/image/Christmas_Tree.jpg" border="0" height="197" width="239"></span></b></font> <font size="2"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial" lang="EN-US"></span></b></font><font size="2"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial" lang="EN-US">Holy Light Christmas in Toya</span></b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial" lang="EN-US"> is a night event held on 23, 24 &amp; 25 of December at the illumination street in Toyakoonsen. In the romantic snowscape the fireworks light up the brightly decorated Christmas tree and candle tree.</span></font><br> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Toyoko Inn Abashiri Ekimae Lodging SymbolAndName 0 Trappistine Convent <DIV><FONT size="1"><IMG style="width:78px" height="58" src="http://homepage2.nifty.com/kazn/trappistine6.jpg">This beautiful brick building with a green tinted roof was Japans first all female convent and was constructed in 1898 by eight nuns from France. Today, there are about 70 nuns still living and working in the convent. They are self sufficient and support themselves by managing fields and dairy farms. While visitors are not permitted to enter the convent itself you may enter the front yard and there are also some photographs displayed in the visitors reference room that show the history of the convent and its inhabitants. There is also a convent store where particularly delicious and well known home-made biscuits, sweets, butter and handicrafts are for sale. Top<BR>* Please note that whether you are religious or not this is a fully working convent and some Nuns may have taken vows of silence. Please be respectful at all times.</FONT></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>Getting There:&nbsp;Approximately ¥ 2,500 by taxi from JR Hakodate station or Five minutes from Hakodate Airport. <BR>Phone:&nbsp;138-57-3331<BR>Address:&nbsp;346 Kamiyunokawa-cho Hakodate</DIV> <DIV><FONT size="1"><IMG style="width:78px" height="58" src="http://homepage2.nifty.com/kazn/trappistine6.jpg">This beautiful brick building with a green tinted roof was Japans first all female convent and was constructed in 1898 by eight nuns from France. Today, there are about 70 nuns still living and working in the convent. They are self sufficient and support themselves by managing fields and dairy farms. While visitors are not permitted to enter the convent itself you may enter the front yard and there are also some photographs displayed in the visitors reference room that show the history of the convent and its inhabitants. There is also a convent store where particularly delicious and well known home-made biscuits, sweets, butter and handicrafts are for sale. Top<BR>* Please note that whether you are religious or not this is a fully working convent and some Nuns may have taken vows of silence. Please be respectful at all times.</FONT></DIV> <DIV>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV>Getting There:&nbsp;Approximately ¥ 2,500 by taxi from JR Hakodate station or Five minutes from Hakodate Airport. <BR>Phone:&nbsp;138-57-3331<BR>Address:&nbsp;346 Kamiyunokawa-cho Hakodate</DIV> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName 0 Wakkanai Breakwater Dome <IMG height="59" src="http://hokkaidoguide.com/images/jpegs/north_breakwaterdome_wakkanai.jpg" width="87"><A href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakkanai,_Hokkaid%C5%8D">(wiki)</A> <DIV><BR>This unusual sea wall is the symbol of Wakkanai and is located very near the sea terminal for ferries to Sakhalin, Rebun and Rishiri Islands. Named “The North Breakwater Dome”, it is 427 meters in length, has 70 pillars and there is also a walkway inside. The dome was built to protect the port from the strong winds and waves that are almost constant in this area. The dome was used as a pier for boats servicing the islands from 1923 to 1945, and now the dome is a popular tourist attraction and the main area for some of Wakkanai’s yearly events / festivals.</DIV> <IMG height="59" src="http://hokkaidoguide.com/images/jpegs/north_breakwaterdome_wakkanai.jpg" width="87"><A href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wakkanai,_Hokkaid%C5%8D">(wiki)</A> <DIV><BR>This unusual sea wall is the symbol of Wakkanai and is located very near the sea terminal for ferries to Sakhalin, Rebun and Rishiri Islands. Named “The North Breakwater Dome”, it is 427 meters in length, has 70 pillars and there is also a walkway inside. The dome was built to protect the port from the strong winds and waves that are almost constant in this area. The dome was used as a pier for boats servicing the islands from 1923 to 1945, and now the dome is a popular tourist attraction and the main area for some of Wakkanai’s yearly events / festivals.</DIV> Flag, Blue SymbolAndName Yakumo Yurakutei Onsen Hotel Lodging SymbolAndName Yuubari Business Hotel Lodging SymbolAndName 01 Hakodate - Yakumo Red 15.998950000000001 15.998950000000001 14.9992 12.99972 12.99972 15.998950000000001 16.99869 25.99944 17.998429999999999 18.998180000000001 13.999459999999999 5.99846 5.99846 8.99769 9.99743 10.99718 2.99923 4.99871 3.99897 6.9982 4.99871 5.99846 13.999459999999999 17.998429999999999 43.997880000000002 48.999639999999999 57.997340000000001 69.997320000000002 67.997829999999993 67.997829999999993 79.997799999999998 79.997799999999998 79.997799999999998 79.997799999999998 102.99800999999999 102.99800999999999 100.99852 120.9995 120.9995 120.9995 140.99743000000001 140.99743000000001 138.99794 138.99794 134.99896000000001 155.99968000000001 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