Autumn comes early in Hokkaido

The Japanese often rate Hokkaido as a very different part of the land of the rising sun because of its majestic, wild scenery, beautiful nature and peaceful life. No matter what season it is, this island attracts tourists: winter is like a big sports park for ice and snow sports, summer is an ideal resort, spring is full of flowers and Hokkaido is the place where autumn comes earliest with full range of romantic and gentle emotions. As the second largest island and located in the northernmost part of Japan, the forests in Hokkaido will turn yellow and red early in this country. Only from mid-September to early October, the forests and grasses compete to dye themselves yellow autumn colors.

Lake Toya

Japan has 35 national parks distributed across 47 prefectures, of which Hokkaido has 6 national parks, spread across the island with enchanting landscapes from forests, volcanoes to clear blue lakes like giant mirrors. If you come to Hokkaido, you must immerse yourself in nature in one of these national parks. Near Sapporo - the capital of Hokkaido province is Shikotsu - Toya Park, where Lake Toya is likened to a "sky mirror" reflecting the mountains and trees around the lake. In autumn, visitors flock to resorts near Toya to admire the lake, admire the forest and enjoy relaxation in the nearby hot springs. Those who love science should visit the Toyako Visitor Center and the Volcano Science Museum in the south of Lake Toya. Here, they will provide details on the best times and places to see the beautiful scenery around the lake as well as instructions on how to enjoy nature while respecting the local ecosystem. The museum's most interesting displays revolve around the flora and fauna of the area, and include videos of Usu eruptions and the effects of this common natural phenomenon in Japan. Visitors can also experience a special area that simulates the shaking of a volcanic eruption and learn basic skills to deal with a real-life situation.

Enjoying autumn by ropeway is a popular way in Daisetsuzan Park

If you want to experience autumn on the roads with wild nature, come to Daisetsuzan - the largest national park in the land of the rising sun, with an area of ​​over 2,000km2. The scenery is majestic and surreal when the forests change color. Asahidake is the highest mountain on Hokkaido Island and this is also the area where the leaves turn red and yellow the earliest, then gradually spread down the valley like a waterfall of red leaves pouring down. A cable car tour up high to see the colorful vegetation is the most relaxing way to enjoy autumn. Those who are healthy and active can sign up for mountain climbing tours with many suggestions on itineraries and times. Daisetsuzan Park is also home to the most famous gorge in Japan in autumn, Sounkyo Gorge. The vivid picture is drawn from the steep cliffs, covered with maple and birch trees changing color, stretching along both banks of the Ishikari River. Ginga and Ryusei Falls, which drop from hundreds of meters high, sparkle silver under the golden sunlight. The only word to describe this majestic scene is “overwhelming”.

Dishes made from Hokkaido's abundant seafood resources

The list of autumn natural destinations in Hokkaido is diverse with colorful experiences. And tourists who love the hustle and bustle of the festival atmosphere should definitely not miss the annual Sapporo Autumn Fest. This year, this autumn festival is held from September 6 to October 4 at Odori Park located in the city center. In the cool weather, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy street art, especially cuisine with famous delicacies on this island: from seafood with king crab, salmon, scallops, cod roe to dishes prepared in local ways such as curry soup, ramen noodles, grilled lamb. Hokkaido is also known as the land of butter, milk and cakes with a series of famous Japanese brands. If you don't have the opportunity to visit the cake factories or the farms that raise cows and process butter and milk products, then definitely visit the tea shops and product display stalls to enjoy and buy as gifts the soft and smooth cheese cakes of LeTAO brand or the crispy, fragrant cookies with the impressive name - "white snow lover", in Japanese Shiroi Koibito.

The nature and autumn experiences in Hokkaido are the most attractive invitations for tourists to explore the northern island of Japan.

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