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Simple Ways to Get Over the Ups and Downs
When was the last time you went to a museum? To tell the truth, I don't understand much about art unfortunately, but I like to go to museums, maybe because I enjoy trying mysteries that can never be solved by me. And also, we can learn a lot about marketing tips in museums. -
Giant Tree Hunt in Hokkaido #1
【Giant trees are symbolic of the nature 】 Giant trees are nurtured over a long period of time to be symbolic of the nature or climate of the land. They have been the home of various creatures, the object of people's faith, and the symb... -
First Road Racing Experience in Niseko, Hokkaido
【What's the Niseko HANAZONO hill climb?】 The 11th running of the Niseko HANAZONO hill climb was held on August 7th. This is a road race time trial to Niseko Annupuri Goshiki Onsen (Niseko Town boundary, elevation 796m). The total lengt... -
The Shockwave of Summer: Why Japanese Fireworks Festivals Prove We Need Physical Experience
What is the limit of the online experience? We argue it’s the soundwave that hits your internal organs during a Japanese fireworks festival. We explore the 'Sliding Peony' innovation, revealing how fierce skills competitions in pyrotechnics (and woodworking) fuel continuous craftsmanship. -
All About Beginner Cyclist’s Preparation for His/Her First Rode Race
Hokkaido is blessed with mountains, and there are so many ways to enjoy them. Climbing, jogging, driving, rafting, bird watching, sightseeing, photograph, skiing and snowboarding, and cycling. Which do you want to do here? The other day,... -
What Kind of Fun in the Playground of the Gods?
【A virtual hotel built on the bedrock of Daisetsuzan】 Recently our company launched a virtual hotel, Hokkaido Rock House designed by Sou Fujimoto. It is built on the bedrock of Daisetsuzan in Hokkaido. I am sure that anyone who was bor... -
How about Cycling in Hokkaido?
【What would you like to do on your free time in Hokkaido? 】 If you were to move to Hokkaido and start a new life, what hobbies would you like to do on your free time? Hokkaido is one of the most comfortable places in Japan for cycling.... -
Flourishing July
In 2021, due to the epidemic, foreign tourists can't come to Japan. Otherwise, this period of the year (I'm writing this in July) is usually the peak period of tourism in Hokkaido in early summer, though flowers bloom brilliantly as usua... -
How Train Travel Can Make Your Trip More Fun
Travel by train in Japan is safe, punctual in time, etc. There are many advantages, but in Hokkaido, the infrastructure may be gone in the not-so-distant future. Please come here to travel around by rail before that happens. -
The Paradox of Elegance: Why Soba is First Date Material (and You Should Eat it in Hokkaido)
Why is Soba, a grain historically associated with poverty, considered Japan's most elegant noodle—the ultimate first date material? I explore the Paradox of Elegance and the Pavlovian ritual of Shin-Soba (New Soba) season. I conclude with local pride, recommending OKADA, an exquisite Soba restaurant in our buckwheat heartland of Asahikawa—a Tangible Cultural Property where the historic garden view will enhance your appreciation of the elegant grain.