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≪FEATURE≫Eat and Play in the Rose Colored Town of Iwamizawa!

August 27,2016OA

Iwamizawa is a wonderful town with many tantalizing foods to try and activities to experience. Come with us as we visit the beautiful “Iwamizawa Park Rose Garden”, where there is a wide selection of roses with lots of extraordinary hues and colors. You can also take special flower-arranging lessons at “Kangaroo Factory” to learn about the Japanese art of flower arrangement. We also try various delicious and unique foods, such as the smoked goods store where nearly any type of food can be smoked before eating. Iwamizawa is a vibrant, interesting town that we highly recommend for you to visit!

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Spa & Inn The Maple Lodge

Address: 183, Moyo Cho, Iwamizawa-shi, Hokkaidō 068-3188
Phone: 0126-46-2222
Open Hours: Check-in 3pm onwards
Check-out before 10am
-Silver Pine (1 room) 32,400yen (1 to 3 guests) *there is also a half board plan (bed, breakfast, and dinner)
-Chef's Recommended Full-course meal 4,320yen (the menu changes each month)
-Junmai Yuamisawa (Japanese Sake)(720ml) 3,085yen
*All prices include tax
http://www.maplelodge.or.jp/

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Ichikawa Kunseiya Honpo (Smoked Goods Store)

Address: 5 Chome 29, Yamato 3 Jo, Iwamizawa-shi, Hokkaidō 068-0853
Phone: 0126-20-0300
Open Hours:11am to 5pm
Closed: Sundays and Public Holidays
-Salmon Prosciutto (100g) 1,512yen
-Smoked Mackerel (half-length) 1,296yen
-Smoked Onion (one) 540yen
*All prices include tax
http://www.ichikawakunseiyahonpo.com/

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Daichino Terrace

Address: 2203, Kamihoro, Kurisawa Cho, Iwamizawa-shi, Hokkaidō 068-0112
Phone: 0126-33-2020
Open Hours:
Weekdays
-Lunch: 11am to 3:30pm (last order is at 2pm)
-Cafe Time: 3pm to 5pm
-Dinner: 6pm to 9pm (last order is at 7pm)
Weekends
-Lunch: 11am to 5pm (last order is at 3:30pm)
-Dinner: 6pm to 9pm (last order is at 7pm)
Closed: New Year Holidays
Lunch
-Enjoyable Lunch Buffet (90 minutes)
Adults 1,620yen
6 to 12 years old 1,080yen
4 to 5 years old 540yen
3 years old and under is free
-Brazilian Churrasco All You Can Eat Buffet (90 minutes)
Adults 2,700yen
6 to 12 years old 1,620yen
4 to 5 years old 1,080yen
3 years old and under is free
Dinner
-Shurasuko All You Can Eat Buffet (90 minutes)
Adults 3,780yen
6 to 12 years old 2,160yen
4 to 5 years old 1,620yen
3 years old and under is free
*All prices include tax
http://michishitasanchi.com/

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Kangaroo Factory

Address: 59 Miruto no Mori Sanso 1F, Mirutohigashi Cho, Kurisawa Cho, Iwamizawa-shi, Hokkaidō 068-3180
Phone: 080-9268-9775
Open Hours: 10am to 5pm
Open Season: Mid-April to the end of December
Closed: Mondays and Tuesdays
Flower Lessons (need to make a reservation, 90 minutes is required)
Lesson Fee: 1,000yen (incl. tax) *please note that there will be additional costs for the flower materials used
For more information please check the website below
http://kangaroo-factory.cocolog-nifty.com/

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Iwamizawa Park Rose Garden

Address: 794, Shibun Cho, Iwamizawa-shi, Hokkaidō 068-0833
Phone: 0126-25-6111
Open Hours: 9am to 5pm
Open Season: The end of April to the end of October (only the "Color Museum" indoor park is open 7 days a week)
Admission Fee: Free
http://www.iwamizawa-park.com/rose-garden/

There is more to Noboribetsu than just Hot Springs!

August 20,2016OA

This time we are exploring the beautiful location of Noboribetsu. It's famous for its hot springs, but there is so much more hidden within this gorgeous area of Hokkaido. This locale is also famous for its delicious milk products; come with us as we try out drinkable fromage, pudding, ice cream and the milk itself. You can also do river trekking where you can actually walk in a local river on foot and experience the beautiful nature of Noboribetsu firsthand. There are also many amazing restaurants with tasty and often unique food, they need to be experienced to be believed!

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Noboribetsu Hot Spring Hotel Mahoroba

Address: 65, Noboribetsuonsen Cho, Noboribetsu-shi, Hokkaidō 059-0551
Phone: 0143-84-2211
-3 Large Crab Servings Dinner Plan for 2 people in 1 room 18,650yen per person (includes tax)
http://www.h-mahoroba.jp/

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Daikokuya Folk Craft Shop

Address: 60, Noboribetsuonsen Cho, Noboribetsu-shi, Hokkaidō 059-0551
Phone: 0143-80-3114
Open Hours: 9am to 10pm
-Noboribetsu OV9 Facial Mask (3 Sheets) 1,512yen
-Scented Gourd Candy 378yen
-Devil Boy Soft Toy 1,944yen
*All prices include tax
http://daikokuya-m.com/

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Wakasaimohonpo Noboribetsu Store

Address: 2 Chome 29-3, Wakayama Cho, Noboribetsu-shi, Hokkaidō 059-0026
Phone: 0143-85-4110
Open Hours: 10am to 9pm (Wakasaimo)
11am to 9pm (Katsukichi)
-Noboribetsu Demon Fried Noodles 1,004yen (includes tax)
http://www.wakasaimo.com/index.html

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Noboribetsu Nature Center “Forest Kōzan”

Address: 8-3, Kōzan Cho, Noboribetsu-shi, Hokkaidō 059-0021
Phone: 0143-85-2569
It is possible to rent the shoes, helmet and other equipment that is needed for river trekking. Please phone or email ahead of time to make a reservation.
http://npo-momonga.org/

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Noboribetsu Rakunoukan

Address: 73- 3, Satsunai Cho, Noboribetsu-shi, Hokkaidō 059-0461
Phone: 0143-85-3184
Open Hours: 10am to 4pm
-Noboribetsu Milk 1ℓ 340yen
200mℓ 120yen
-Drinkable Fromage (Plain, Aronia) 240yen
-Noboribetsu Creamy Pudding 324yen
-Soft Serve Ice Cream 330yen
*All prices include tax
http://www.rakunoukan.com/

≪FEATURE≫Exploring Sapporo in Yukata Style!

August 13,2016OA

Sapporo is an amazing city with lots of exciting places to visit. Try on and rent traditional Japanese clothing and experience the beauty of Japan's past at “Furisode Furifuri - Mode, ” a traditional clothing shop. Experience the fine art of Japanese calligraphy at “Flower Calligraphy Classroom.” Visit the specialty shop “Yoyo Space As” to try out and also buy “Kendama” (a traditional Japanese toy) and many different yoyos! Lastly, we recommend visiting the Japanese cabbage pancake “Okonomiyaki” restaurant called “Fugetsu” for a fun, delicious meal. Sapporo is a city filled with many wonderful experiences; let's explore Sapporo together!

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Fugetsu (Tanuki Koji 2 Chome Store)

Address: Tanuki Koji 2 Chome Minami 3 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō, Liberty Tower Building 2F 060-0063
Phone: 011-231-6665
Open Hours: 11am to 10:30pm Monday to Thursday and on Sunday, 11am to 11pm Fridays, Saturdays and the day before holidays
Open all year round.
-Stamina Bowl 900yen
-Shrimp Bowl 750yen
-Rice Cake (Topping) 90yen
*All prices include tax
http://fugetsu-sapporo.co.jp/

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Yoyo Space As

Address: 5 Chome 1-20 Nishimachiminami, Nishi-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō, Umeya Sports Building 2F 063-0062
Phone: 011-688-5744
Open Hours: 3pm to 7:30pm on weekdays, 11am to 7:30pm on weekends and public holidays
Closed: Mondays and Tuesdays (this may change when there are public holidays)

Play Space Entrance Fee
Weekdays:
-Ages 16 and above, 200yen per hour
-Ages 15 and under, 100yen per hour
(the maximum limit is 500yen)
On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays:
- the fee for everyone is 500yen
*All prices include tax
http://yoyospaceas.com/

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Flower Calligraphy Classroom

Address: 5 Chome 2-41 Kita 23 Jōnishi, Kita-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō, Hosokawa Building 3F 001-0023
Phone: 011-214-0261
Open Hours: 9am to 2pm, 3:30pm to 8pm
Closed: Wednesdays, Sundays
- Calligraphy Experience 3,000yen (inc. tax)
http://syodouhana.com/

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Furisode Furifuri - Mode

Address: 2 Chome-31 Kita 2 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō, Keiwa Kita 2 Jō Building 4F 060-0002
Phone: 011-207-5877
Open Hours: 10am to 6pm
Closed: Irregular Days
- Yukata Rental Plan 5,000yen (inc. tax)
http://www.furifuri-mode.com/

≪FEATURE≫Enjoy the East Side of Sapporo City!

August 06,2016OA

Sapporo is a must-visit location for visitors to Hokkaido, being the largest city on the island. But this big metropolis offers more than just the Clock Tower and Susukino Ramen! This week, we introduce Sapporo’s East District, famous for its onion production! After learning the farming history of the area, visit a fancy French restaurant to try some of the local produce! How about a rare sweet at Kinotoya sweets shop? Though Sapporo is a major urban city, you can enjoy plenty of nature in Moerenuma Park and Sapporo Satoland. Even try making your own sausages and butter there!

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Sapporo Satoland

Address: 584-2 Okadamachō, Higashi-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 007-0880
Phone: 011-787-0223
Open Hours (2016):
9am to 6pm (Apr 29 to Sept 30)
9am to 5pm (Oct 1 to Apr 28)
Summer Season: Apr 29 to Nov 3, open every day.
Winter Season: Nov 4 to Apr 28, closed Mondays (or the next day if Mon is a national holiday, and closed for New Years 12/29-1/3)

Handmade Sausage (takes 1 hour)
From 1pm (on the 1,3,5th Saturday of each month)
Cost: 900yen (incl. tax)

Handmade Butter (takes 30min)
11am, 2pm (on weekdays)
11am, 1pm, 3pm (Sat, Sun, Holidays)
Cost: 350yen (incl. tax)

Rental Bicycle 9am to 4pm
Two-wheel bicycle 100 yen
Four-wheel bicycle 300 yen
(price per hour, incl. tax)

Sheep and Goat Feed, 100yen (incl. tax)

http://www.satoland.com/

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Moerenuma Park

Address: 1-1 Moerenumakōen, Higashi-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 007-0011
Phone: 011-790-1231
Open Hours: 7am to 10pm (last entrance to the park is 9pm)
Closed: Open All Year
Admission: Free
Ocean Fountain Season: Apr 29 to Oct 20 (2016)
http://moerenumapark.jp/

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Kinotoya Higashi-Naebo Factory Direct Sales Store

Address: 3 Chome-7-36 Higashinaebo 5 Jō, Higashi-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 007-0805
Phone: 011-786-6161
Open Hours: 10am to 6pm
Closed: January 1
-Strawberry Chantilly, 216 yen
-Elm no Kakera, 324 yen
*Prices incl. tax
http://www.kinotoya.com/

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RESTAURANT LE POURQUOI PAS...

Address: 16 Chome-4-27 Kita 19 Jōhigashi, Higashi-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 065-0019
Phone: 011-785-5455
Open Hours: 11:30am to 2pm
6pm to 8pm
Closed: Mondays, Every first Sunday
-Onion Souffle, Onion Confit 800 yen
-Onion Mousse, Consomme Jelly 1,000 yen
*Prices incl. tax
http://www.h3.dion.ne.jp/~pourquoi/

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Sapporo Village Local Memorial Hall

Address: 16 Chome-2-6 Kita 13 Jōhigashi, Higashi-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō 065-0013
Phone:011-782-2294
Open Hours: 10am to 4pm
Closed: Mondays, the day after national holidays
Admission: Free