10 days in Hokkaido Itinerary

Perched on the confluence of four rivers and surrounded by green hills, Asahikawa combines a modern city experience with the pristine nature nearby.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Sun): explore the activities along Blue Pond.

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Singapore, Singapore to Asahikawa is an approximately 13-hour combination of flight and train. You can also fly; or do a combination of flight and train. The time zone changes from Singapore Time (SGT) to Japan Standard Time (JST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Plan for much colder temperatures traveling from Singapore in October, with highs in Asahikawa at 10°C and lows at 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Furano.

Situated in the center of the island, Furano has become known for its idyllic rural landscape, and the drastic changes it experiences as seasons shift.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Sun): indulge your taste buds at Furano Budogaoka Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Mon): cool off at Mina-Mina Beach, then tee off at Hoshino Resort Tomamu Ski Area, and then don't miss a visit to Popuri no Sato Herb Garden.

To find reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Furano online tour planner .

You can drive from Asahikawa to Furano in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. When traveling from Asahikawa in October, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Furano: temperatures range from 14°C by day to 5°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Wed) so you can go by car to Sapporo.

A modern, bustling city known for its beer brewery, Sapporo attracts millions of visitors with its Snow Festival, during which elaborate ice and snow sculptures are exhibited all over town.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Clock Tower (Tokei-dai), then contemplate the long history of Former Ishiyama Post Office (Pozutokan), then admire the masterpieces at Sapporo Art Museum, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Otaru Canal. On your second day here, hit the slopes at Mt. Okura Observatory, then get engrossed in the history at Karafuto Kankei Museum, then ponder the world of politics at Former Hokkaido Government Office Building, and finally take a stroll around Sapporo Underground Pedestrian Space.

For reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Sapporo holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Furano to Sapporo takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Furano in October, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Sapporo, with lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) early enough to travel to Hakodate.

A gateway to the island, Hakodate has gained a reputation for its waterfront attractions, its proximity to some of the island's most popular natural sites, and its seafood.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Fri): wander the streets of Motomachi, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Yafurai Tenmangu, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Trappist Monasteries, and finally browse the eclectic array of goods at Hakodate Morning Market. On the next day, take in the awesome beauty at Mount Hakodate, contemplate the long history of Hakodate Gokoku Shrine, then admire the landmark architecture of Kyu Soma-tei, and finally stop by Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse.

For where to stay, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Hakodate itinerary planner .

Traveling by combination of flight and shuttle from Sapporo to Hakodate takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In October in Hakodate, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.