Reasons to Choose Japan
Life in Japan by Specific Areas
Hokkaido
Summary
Hokkaido is famous for its prosperous agriculture and the aquatic resouses, which is taking advantage of its huge fertile land. Hokkaido prefecture won the first place on the "National prefectual attractiveness ranking 2018", and keeps its position for 10 years. Not only Japanese but also foreign visitors are fascinated by the attractions in Hokkaido. Special events are held on winter, and winter sports are so popular in Hokkaido.
*This map does not include topographical features and island areas and does not cover the entire area of Japan.
Access
- If arriving by plane
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There is also Hakodate Airport in Hokkaido's Hakodate area, and Asahikawa Airport in the Asahikawa area.
From Tokyo
Haneda Airport
1 hour 30 minutesNew Chitose Airport
- If arriving by Shinkansen or train
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From Tokyo
Tokyo Station
7 hours 35 minutesSapporo Station
Famous places / spots recommended by locals
Noboribetsu-Onsen
Onsen (hot-spring) is one of the best tourist attractions in Japan. Noboribetsu-Onsen is quite popular tourists spot . Natural spring water warms your body and makes your skin smooth. In the fall, you can see red leaves during taking the hot spring !
Mt.Hakodate Observatory
It is one of the three major night views of Japan. You will surely be fascinated by the beautiful view of Hakodate city. Ropeway is available for everyone to reach the top of the mountain, so never mind if you are not confident with climbing.
Foods recommended by locals
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Kaisen-don
It is a rice bowl filled with so much sea foods. In Hokkaido, seafoods are very fresh and delicious, and they are more inexpensive than other regions. Once you eat it, you want it more!
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Ice-cream
Everyone loves ice-cream. It is made from fresh milk from Hokkaido farms.
Climate (temperature / precipitation)
The cool climate makes for refreshing summers. Snow and temperatures below freezing are common even during the day in the middle of winter, making cold-weather gear essential.
Monthly temperature/precipitation
(Source: Japan Meteorological Agency)
Cost of living
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Rent
41,669 yen
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Electricity, gas, and water costs
11,552 yen
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Ramen
(Eating out)
768 yen
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White bread (1 kg)
596 yen
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Milk (1ℓ)
273 yen
*Source
- Rent
“Housing and Land Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Average rent per month (excluding free rent) for privately rented apartments/houses (exclusively residential dwelling) with a total floor area of 29m2 or less in each prefectural capital - Electricity, gas, and water costs
“Family Income and Expenditure Survey: 2023,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Per capita expenditure calculated as the monthly average of total annual expenditures on utilities (electricity, gas, and water) per household in each prefectural capital, divided by the average number of members in each household - Eating out (Ramen) / White bread (1kg) / Milk (1ℓ)
“Retail Price Survey (Trend Survey): August 2024,” Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan
Related links
Number of international students by country
China
Nepal
South Korea
Total number of international students in Japan: 279,274
Total number of international students in Hokkaido: 4,769
Based on 2023 “Annual Survey of International Students in Japan”
List of universities in each area
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