Did you know that Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost prefecture, occupies about a quarter of the country’s total surface area by itself?

With such a vast area to explore, visitors can certainly expect to encounter a number of attractive natural sights here that can’t be found in Honshu, the main island of Japan. This is especially true in summer when nature is in full swing!

Some must-visit scenic spots in Hokkaido that fall into this category are the sea and mountains of Shiretoko, the clear and beautiful Lake Shikotsu, the breathtaking lavender fields of Furano, as well as the award-winning Tokachi Millennium Forest, just to name a few.

What are some of the more unique features of these places that make them worth making a summer trip down for? You’re about to find out!

Read full article: 7 Spectacular Hokkaido Summer Spots to Put on Your Must-Visit List

Location:  Hokkaido, Japan, Asia

Places: 7

Highlights: Sea / Mountains / Lake / Lavender Fields / Forest