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Coastline Adventure Drive - Yakumo Edition

March 23,2024 OA

Did you know that Yakumo Town is the birthplace of the iconic Hokkaido souvenir, the "wooden bear carving"? (There are various theories about its origin.) And it's celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, marking a significant milestone! Nowadays, these bears come in various expressions, perfectly fitting the times, and some tourists even have their favorite picks among them.
Our journey leads us to visit the farms producing Yakumo Town's specialty, the "soft white onions." It's the perfect season for them, so we couldn't resist tasting them fresh from the harvest! What do you think they taste like?
When it comes to the specialties of the Kumaishi area on the Sea of Japan side, "abalone" stands out. We heard about a place offering great eats for an unbelievable price, so we couldn't resist checking it out – a lively sushi restaurant run by a cheerful couple. What appeared before our eyes was truly a "mountain" of fresh seafood, living up to its reputation, and the price? Surprisingly reasonable!

destinations

kodamado

Address: Hokkaido, Futami District, Yakumo, Honcho, 87 Futaba Building 2F
Phone: 0137-63-2917
Remarks:
Open hours, Weekdays
9:00-12:00
14:00-17:00
Saturday & Sunday 13:00-15:00

Yukimura Noen (Farm)

Address: 161-1 Nodaoi, Yakumo, Futami District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0137-66-2550

Oka no Eki

Address: 368-8 Hamamatsu, Yakumo, Futami District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0137-65-6100
Remarks:
Open hours 10:00-18:00
Closed on Mondays (if it falls on a national holiday, the next weekday will be closed)
・Milk Ball Mozzarella 632 yen
・Pork Thigh Shouga-Yaki 789 yen
・Hokkaido deep sea water beer: Kumaishi Densetsu (Pilsner) 715 yen

Sushi Dokoro Kakita

Address: 52-1 Kumaishiunsekicho, Yakumo, Futami District, Hokkaido
Phone: 01398-2-3148
Remarks: Open hours 11:00 - 21:00
(Lunch: 11:00-14:00 on weekdays)
Closed Irregularly
・Abalone Dancing Grill Set (seafood bowl or 10 pieces of sushi): 3,500 yen
・Kumaishi Dokamori Kaisen Don: 3,100 yen

1 Year Since Es Con Field’s Grand Opening! Buzzing with Excitement in Kitahiroshima

March 16,2024 OA

It's been a year since “Es Con Field Hokkaido” opened its doors in March 2023, and the city of Kitahiroshima is buzzing with even more excitement! Join us to explore this lively area, with new and unique shops!
First up, have you heard of the "Awajishima Burger," making its Hokkaido debut? Featuring Awaji beef patties with locally grown sweet onions, and drinks with unique twists. It's a must-visit spot!
And did you know Kitahiroshima has yet another new stadium? The "Yakiimo Stadium" is an unattended vending shop that offers a variety of carefully selected sweet potatoes, like the popular Beni-haruka and Silk-Sweet.
Craving a hearty and affordable lunch? Head over to "Niji no Kakaru Tokoro!” This spot, with a view of Es Con Field from its windows, is famous for its curry and meticulously crafted melon bread.
With convenient access from Sapporo, why not plan a trip to Kitahiroshima? It's waiting for you to explore and enjoy!

destinations

SHIMAUMA　BURGER

Address: Hokkaido, Kitahiroshima, Central, 5 Chome−7−5
Phone: 011-300-9644
Remarks:
Open hours 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Awajishima Burger (single item) 980 yen
Seared cheeseburger (single item): 1,250 yen
Onion rings + drink set: 600 yen
Awajishima Craft Cola (single item) 450 yen
Awajishima Sea Salt Lemonade (single item) 500 yen

Yaki-imo Stadium (Sweet Potato Stadium)

Address: Hokkaido, Kitahiroshima, Kyoeicho, 1 Chome−20−3
Phone: 070-4423-1010
Remarks: Open hours 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Beni-Haruka, Silk Sweet: 500 yen each

Niji no kakaru tokoro

Address: 276-44 Kyoei, Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido
Phone: 011-373-4896
Remarks: Open Hours 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
（Last Order 2 p.m.)
Melon bread 180 yen
Niji no Krunge 180 yen
（Lunch menu)
Soup Curry: 980 yen
Ume Pork, Pork on Rice Bowl: 900 yen

Darumaji

Address: 242-20 Tomigaoka, Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido
Phone: 011-373-8883

Hokkaido Coastline Adventure Drive - Exploring Urakawa

March 09,2024 OA

Hopping into the on-chan car, our hosts embark on the traditional spring drive through the town of Urakawa, where the early signs of spring are already in the air. Their first stop? The renowned strawberry farm, "Suga Farm," representing the town's specialty produce. Mr. Suga's strawberries, sampled even in private by Li Qiang before, have left him awestruck like never before! These strawberries, said to be almost impossible to obtain due to their immense popularity, are indeed a delicacy. Even Yurie, who adores strawberries, gives them her seal of approval!
Next, they indulge in sweets made with Mr. Suga's strawberries at a local confectionery in the town center. Among them is the strawberry daifuku, still in the experimental stage but impressively delicious with its unique twist added to the red bean paste. The duo can't help but sing its praises. (Note: This delicacy is scheduled for release on March 9th, coinciding with this show’s on-air date.)
Invited by the energetic Mr. Okubo, a born and bred Urakawa local, the pair is whisked away to the snowy mountains, where they encounter rare creatures seldom seen in the area...

destinations

Urakawa Yushun Village AERU

Address: 141-40 Nishicha, Urakawa, Urakawa District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0146-28-2111
Remarks: Horse trekking beginner course, 40 min. 7,000 yen

Suga Farm

Address: 441-1 Mukobetsu, Urakawa, Urakawa District, Hokkaido
Phone: 090-6990-9966

Tedori Shoten

Address: 3 Chome-19 Odori, Urakawa, Urakawa District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0146-22-3221
Remarks: Open hours 9:00-18:00
Closed: Sundays
- Urakawa Kouta (strawberry flavor) 170 yen
- Strawberry Cake 180 yen
- Okurumi Strawberry 350 yen

Tsubaki Sunset Cafe

Address: 77-1 Okaribe, Niikappu, Niikappu District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0146-47-6888
Remarks: Seasonal parfait: Green tea and strawberry
1,250 yen (until mid-March)

Niikappu Kitchen, sweets marche Miruto

Address: 1-20 Chuocho, Niikappu, Niikappu District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0146-49-0321
Remarks:
・Anpan: 120 yen
・Wiener rolls: 200 yen
・Mame-pan (Bean bread) 120 yen
・Half-boiled cheese cake (plain, chocolate, and maple): 170 yen each

Yaki Curry Dining Freesia

Address: 4 Chome-14-5 Shizunaiaoyagicho, Shinhidaka, Hidaka District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0146-42-7670
Remarks:
・Mitsuishi beef Hamburg steak on top of grilled curry 1180 yen
・Grilled Tsubu Curry 1100 yen

Masago-yu hot springs

Address: 1 Chome-11-1 Sakaimachihigashi, Urakawa, Urakawa District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0146-22-2645
Remarks:
・Admission fee
Adults 490 yen
Elementary school students 150 yen

Ramen Masago

Address: 1 Chome-11-1 Sakaimachihigashi, Urakawa, Urakawa District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0146-22-2645
Remarks:
・Miso curry milk ramen 950 yen
・Hidaka kelp gyoza 400 yen

GUEST HOUSE MASAGO

Address: 1 Chome-11-1 Sakaimachihigashi, Urakawa, Urakawa District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0146-22-2645
Remarks:
・1 night stay 5,500 yen

Exploring the Winter Charms of Tokachi Region Part 2

March 02,2024 OA

Discover the deep winter delights of Tokachi through this trip!
While “buta-don” pork bowls are the area's popular delicacy, we've heard rumors of a rival delicacy being made in Shimizu Town. Our hosts take a visit to try this new dish featuring miso-seasoned beef as a counter to the sweet and savory soy sauce-based pork bowl. Is it a worthy dish to satisfy our Tokachi meat cravings?
In Obihiro, the latest snack sensation on the market is none other than "Potato Kenpi." But wait, these aren't made with sweet potatoes; they're from regular Tokachi-grown potatoes! Dip them in honey made from Tokachi sugar beets for an unforgettable taste experience.
Seeking the ultimate winter adventure, we head to Niikappu Town. Along the frozen lake shore lies a row of saunas known as the "holy land." But there's more to it than meets the eye. Rumor has it, there's an ultimate ice bath experience where you plunge into a hole cut into the frozen lake... What awaits? Tune in to find out!

destinations

Shimizu drive-in, Tokachi-tei Restaurant

Address: 437-5 Shimizu, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0156-62-4121
Remarks: Business hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Tokachi Shimizu beef ball steak rice bowl 1,480 yen

Tokachi Gardens Hotel

Address: Hokkaido, Obihiro, Nishi 2 Jominami, 11 Chome−16−16
Phone: 0155-26-5555
Remarks:
Deluxe Twin Room
From 11,550 yen per person, per room, per night

Brand New Tokachi

Address: 11 Chome-16 Nishi 2 Jominami, Obihiro, Hokkaido (Located in Tokachi Gardens Hotel)
Phone: 0155-26-5555
Remarks:
Open Hours Monday-Saturday 11:00-17:00
Sunday 11:00-15:00
- Potato Kenpi [Fresh Honey] 520 yen
- Premium An-Butter Croissant [Tiramisu] 300 yen

Kamome Spice Laboratory

Address: 11 Chome-6 Nishi 3 Jominami, Obihiro, Hokkaido
Website: https://www.instagram.com/kamomespicelab/
Remarks:
Open Hours 11:30 - 14:30 (last order at 14:00)
Closed Mondays & Tuesdays *Closed Saturdays & Sundays when out for events
　 - Bacon and mushroom tacos & homemade meat tacos: 1,000 yen

Tokachi Lake Inn

Address: 808 Kuttari, Shintoku, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0156-65-2141
Remarks:
Moderate twin room
From 8,000 yen per person per night per room

Hokkaido Avanto

Address: 808 Kuttari, Shintoku, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido
Phone: 0156-65-2141
Remarks:
Available From January 13, 2024 to March 10, 2024
Weekdays: 20,000 yen / Weekends and holidays: 22,000 yen
*Sauna facility fee, bathrobe, bath towel, hand towel, sandals, onsen bathing fee, and insurance included.

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