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• This free foot bath where I didn’t see anyone else around than wild deer in Nukabira

• A small farm where you can pick fruits and buy fresh veggies in Shari (the owner even offered us off-grade potatoes for free, not to waste them)

• A local onsen originally used by the Ainu to take a break during hunting in Rubeshibe

• A tiny cozy cafe with a mountain view you’d miss for sure because it’s right after a tunnel

But many travelers struggle finding clear, credible information about rural spots like these in English or other languages.

This is why I’m creating a new digital guide “Eastern Hokkaido Insider Guide” to help you fill up your itinerary with local gems that you won’t find on social media. 

Launching on November 11✨

✅ Comment GUIDE for the link to join a waitlist so you can get the first access + early-bird bonus 🎁 2025-10-13 14:20:21 .. 233 -43% 47 +125%
👋🏼Hi I’m Yuuka.

I grew up in Eastern Hokkaido and love sharing travel tips so you can explore this beautiful rural region on your next Japan trip. 

Want to take a look at what I share on my account?
myeasternhokkaido 2025-10-11 13:13:19 👋🏼Hi I’m Yuuka. .. 239 -42% 4 -81%
Want to know which destination is best for you in Eastern Hokkaido?

👉🏼 Comment QUIZ & I’ll send you the link!

Just answer 3 question about your travel style, and I’ll match you with one of my favorite places🤭

I had so much fun making this quiz so I want you to try it!

👋🏼 Hi, I’m Yuuka. I grew up in Eastern Hokkaido and love sharing travel tips so you can explore this beautiful rural region on your next Japan trip 🇯🇵✈️ 2025-10-10 14:25:40 .. 405 -2% 166 +695%
If you’ve done Japan’s “Golden Route” and felt overwhelmed by the tourist crowds…

Hi I’m Yuuka👋🏼 I grew up in a rural region of Japan, Eastern Hokkaido.

I love sharing my travel tips on my account so you can explore this amazing place on your next Japan trip. 

Want to take a look?
myeasternhokkaido 

(btw I hate the naming of “Golden Route” because it tricks you into thinking that it’s the BEST route, while it’s not. I believe Japan’s real beauty lies in the countryside. Not in those overcrowded big cities.) 2025-10-08 16:13:28 .. 79 -81% 1 -95%
Location details⬇️

1️⃣♨️ Sunayu beach at Lake Kussharo
Dig your own onsen here! The water is actually hot, heated by a nearby volcano Mount Io. You can also enjoy free foot baths here. In winter, wild swans come here to enjoy the onsen🦢
visit_teshikaga 

2️⃣🐄 Watanabe Experience Farm in Teshikaga
This family-run dairy farm offers many fun experiences, like feeding cows, milking, milk-tasting and also a tractor ride🌾
watanabetaikenbokujyo 

3️⃣🫐 Mima Farm in Shari
Try blueberry picking from mid-July to late August. They grow different varieties so you can taste different ones and find your favorite😋
mima_nouen 

4️⃣🌊 Lake Abashiri
You can catch clams here from mid-July to mid-August. You need to purchase a designated bag (1,000 JPY) at the lakeside campsite, and stuff it as much as you can!

5️⃣❄️ Drift Ice Museum in Abashiri
Here you can enter a -15C/5F temperature room and touch real drift ice that traveled the ocean from Siberia🥶 You can also see some rare creatures that live under drift ice, like sea angels (Clione).
abashiri_city_tourism_section 

👀All of these are in Eastern Hokkaido!

Hi, I’m Yuuka👋 I grew up here and love sharing travel tips so you can explore this beautiful rural region on your next Japan trip 🇯🇵✈️

✅ Follow myeasternhokkaido for Hokkaido travel guides

These are some of the fun activities we did this summer, but yes, I enjoyed them more than my one-year-old boy did😁

Which one do you want to try? Kids at heart welcomed!✨ 2025-10-07 15:12:05 .. 139 -66% 5 -76%
👋🏼Any Hokkaido lovers here?

If you’ve only been to Sapporo, Otaru and Furano… sorry you’re missing out. 

Let me show you a more local, authentic side of Hokkaido here ➡️ myeasternhokkaido

Hi I’m Yuuka! I grew up in Eastern Hokkaido and love sharing travel tips so you can explore this beautiful region on your next Japan trip 🇯🇵✈️ 2025-10-04 21:10:37 .. 132 -68% 7 -66%
My confession…
I didn’t like living in Hokkaido growing up.

I was the typical teenager girl dreaming of big cities🙈

But the funny thing is, after living abroad for years, I started to miss the things I used to hate about my hometown.

A boring countryside that’s peaceful and calm, with no crowds.

Empty nature that actually has everything — mountains, lakes, the ocean, farms and hot springs.

Simple food that’s far from fine dining, because the ingredients are so fresh that they don’t need fancy cooking to taste amazing.

Now I feel so lucky that I was able to see my hometown from the outside, realize how special it is, and share it with you.

If you’ve been enjoying what I’m sharing about Eastern Hokkaido…

Please tell me something you’re proud of about your hometown. I’d love to know!👇🏼🧡 2025-10-03 17:10:45 .. 1,894 +360% 65 +211%
I mean… seriously?

Hokkaido has so much more than those tourist spots. 

Come over to my account myeasternhokkaido and I’ll show you beautiful rural parts of Hokkaido that you’ve never heard of. 

Your next Japan trip will be so special! 2025-10-01 22:34:22 I mean… seriously? .. 71 -83% 3 -86%
Enjoy October in Eastern Hokkaido🍁

Foliage is expected peak in…

• Sounkyo: October 4
• Akan: October 10
• Shiretoko: October 15

Who’s coming here this month?👋🏼 2025-10-01 08:04:08 Enjoy .. 310 -25% 3 -86%
I’m all about helping you find local gems in rural Hokkaido, Japan.

If this is your vibe, I think I can make your trip feel so special. 

👋🏼 Hi I’m Yuuka! I grew up in Eastern Hokkaido and share travel tips so you can explore this beautiful, rural region🧡 myeasternhokkaido 2025-09-29 19:53:51 I’m all abou.. 29 -93% 0 -100%
Welcome to my beautiful home region👇🏼
myeasternhokkaido

If you want to travel in Japan without tourists crowds, Iet me show you rural parts of Hokkaido. 

Wild nature, hot springs, fresh seafood.
We have everything you are looking for! 2025-09-25 17:44:02 Welcome to my beaut.. 870 +111% 15 -28%
👀Looking for a cozy, local stay in Shiretoko, Eastern Hokkaido?

👉🏼 Stay at sekka_shiretoko

The owner, Souko-san is charming and caring, and made me feel like I was visiting my auntie. 

She was a Superhost of Airbnb before opening this hotel✨She’s really passionate about welcoming travelers in this beautiful region of Hokkaido. 

Here, you’ll be welcomed like family:
🍣 Homemade meals with seasonal Hokkaido ingredients
♨️ A silky-smooth onsen, 100% natural and straight from the source
🛏️ Cozy rooms that feel like a home away from home
🌲 Easy access to Shiretoko’s wild nature (just 30 min to Utoro)

If you don’t like big hotels and want a real connection to the people who live here, stay at  sekka_shiretoko 🧡 2025-09-25 12:24:13 .. 207 -50% 1 -95%
I just dropped “3 things to do to avoid crowds in Japan” in my profile. 

Go check now!💨
👉🏼myeasternhokkaido 2025-09-23 13:27:02 I just dropp.. 5,018 +1,118% 103 +393%
Here’s what you need to do⬇️

No one wants to keep hopping around overcrowded places on their holidays. 

So here’s the exact 3 things you need to do, if you want to go off the beaten path in Japan (from someone who helped 300+ travelers explore rural Japan.)

1️⃣ Give up on “hidden gems” in big cities

I see too many posts about “10 hidden gems in Tokyo” or “5 unknown temples in Kyoto” … but are they, really? (often posted by another tourist)

You’ll still be surrounded by crowds while taking trains and walking on the streets.

Instead, go all in for lesser-known destinations.

2️⃣ Accept that lesser-known destinations are difficult to get to

I also see many people complaining “Hokkaido is too far!”

But sorry, if you only stick to convenient places, you’ll stay stuck in the crowds.

Yes, it might take an extra train ride or even a flight. But that’s the trade-off for going off the beaten paths.

3️⃣ Avoid booking large-size affordable hotels

Because that’s where many group tours stay. Check-in feels hectic, buffet meals are overwhelming.

Instead, choose small hotels, family-run inns, hostels, or high-end stays. You’ll feel more connected.

✨ If you’re ready to discover Japan’s countryside, come to Eastern Hokkaido.

I grew up here and now help adventurous travelers plan the perfect trip to this beautiful rural region.

➡️ Next up: 3 things to do DURING your trip to actually find local gems in Japan.

Follow along!✈️ myeasternhokkaido 2025-09-23 13:19:36 .. 114 -72% 2 -90%
Most of Hokkaido is known for Jingisukan (grilled lamb), but in my hometown Kitami, we proudly love beef and pork yakiniku✨

🤔Here’s why.

Back in the early 1900s, there was a meat processing plant in the town, and thanks to that, locals had easy access to fresh cuts of beef and pork. That’s how the city’s love for yakiniku started!

Today, Kitami has the highest number of yakiniku restaurants per capita in Hokkaido🥇

We even have own style:
🔥 Grill with shichirin charcoal grills
🥩 Fresh, unseasoned meat
🥢 Signature dipping sauce with fruits and onions
✨ Lots of offals (local’s favorite!)

👉 Comment “grill” and I’ll send you my top 5 favorite yakiniku restaurants in Kitami! 2025-09-18 15:30:08 .. 83 -80% 23 +10%
Visit my home region 🇯🇵❤️

👋🏼 Hi, I’m Yuuka, a local from Hokkaido!
I share insider travel tips at myeasternhokkaido to help international travelers (like you!) plan unforgettable trips to rural Hokkaido ✨

Can’t wait to show you this beautiful region.

#hokkaido #japan #japantravel #ruraljapan 2025-09-17 13:05:05 Vis.. 63 -85% 3 -86%
🍁Hokkaido Autumn Festivals 2025🍁
(September Part 2.)

👉🏼 Follow myeasternhokkaido for more Hokkaido travel tips

📆 Late September
Sep 20–21, Harvest Fair 📍Betsukai
Sep 20, Fruits & Wine Marathon 📍Niki
Sep 20, Sea & Land Harvest Festival 📍Toyokoro
Sep 21, Cycling Fun Ride 📍Biei
Sep 21, Food Festival 📍Fukushima
Sep 21, Salmon Festival 📍Sapporo
Sep 21, Marathon Festival 📍Niseko
Sep 21, Beef & Tomato Gourmet Festival 📍Hiratomi
Sep 21, Sky Festival 📍Shibetsu
Sep 21, Tuna Festival 📍Matsumae
Sep 23, Potato Queen Festival 📍Obihiro
Sep 23, Community Festival 📍Tsurui
Sep 23, Forest Festival 📍Otobe
Sep 24–26, Autumn Festival 📍Kuriyama
Sep 27–28, Sun Festival 📍Tomakomai
Sep 27–28, Gourmet Wonder Park 📍Hakodate
Sep 27–28, Rausu Harvest Fair 📍Rausu
Sep 28, Local Harvest Fair 📍Shikaoi
Sep 28, Shiretoko Harvest Festival 📍Shari
Sep 28, Horse Festival 📍Obihiro
Sep 28, Autumn Story Fair 📍Ashoro
Sep 28, Cheese Festival 📍Furano
Sep 28, Gourmet Fair 📍Mashike
Sep 28, Harvest Festival 📍Urahoro
Sep 28, Tourism & Local Fair 📍Hokuto
Sep 28, Seafood & Gourmet Fair 📍Oumu
Sep 28, Food Festival 📍Yoichi 2025-09-10 12:24:36 .. 75 -82% 4 -81%
Who can relate?

#japantravels #japanlover #japan 2025-09-04 18:49:52 Who can relate? #japantr.. 1 -100% 0 -100%
👉 Comment “red” & get my autumn itinerary🍁

Hokkaido Autumn Forecast 2025 is here! 
The map shows the latest forecast announced just today✨
(Source: WeatherNews)

Anyone planning to an autumn trip in Japan here?👋 2025-09-04 17:53:26 👉 Comment .. 72 -83% 29 +39%
👀 At first, just a rock…
But look closer… it’s Godzilla!?

📍Utoro, Hokkaido, Japan

Would you believe this is 100% natural? 2025-09-03 14:05:06 👀 At first, j.. 70 -83% 5 -76%
You can’t skip ice creams in Hokkaido🍦

✨Comment “cone” here & I’ll send you a link to my full blog post on 10 Hokkaido ice creams I had this summer!

Growing up in Hokkaido, I’ve had countless soft serves across the island… so, I think you can trust my judgement😎 2025-09-02 15:54:28 You c.. 108 -74% 29 +39%
✨Hokkaido Festivals in September 2025✨
 (1st Week Schedule)

You’ll be surprised how many festivals Hokkaido has, because there are so many more that I couldn’t cover!

👉🏼 Follow myeasternhokkaido for more Hokkaido travel tips & festival updates!

📆 1st Half of September

Sep 4–6 | Shrine Festival 📍Nakafurano
Sep 4–6 | Food Festival 📍Bibai
Sep 5–7 | Tokachi Marche (big food festival)📍Obihiro
Sep 6–7 | Seven Gods Festival 📍Abashiri
Sep 6–7 | Community Festival 📍Rusutsu
Sep 6 | Fireworks Festival 📍Otaru
Sep 7 | Gourmet Festa 📍Mukawa
Sep 7 | Community Festival 📍Shibetsu
Sep 7 | Wine & Grape Festival 📍Furano
Sep 7 | Harvest Festival 📍Kiyosato
Sep 7 | Air Show 📍Chitose
Sep 7 | Potato Harvest Festival 📍Makkari
Sep 7 | Mushroom Festival 📍Aibetsu
Sep 7 | Cosmos Festival 📍Engaru
Sep 9–10 | Community Festival 📍Tsubetsu
Sep 12–Oct 13 | Sake & Snack Market 📍Otaru
Sep 12–Oct 4 | Autumn Fest 📍Sapporo
Sep 13–15 | Food Marche 📍Asahikawa
Sep 13–15 | Food Festival 📍Rusutsu
Sep 13–14 | Water Wheel Festival 📍Chitose
Sep 13–14 | Food Festival 📍Iwamizawa
Sep 13–14 | Fireworks & Food Festival 📍Kushiro
Sep 13–14 | Mochi Festival 📍Iwamizawa
Sep 14–Oct 13 | Illumination Event 📍Sounkyo 2025-08-30 11:11:39 .. 1 -100% 0 -100%
Autumn is all about food😋

✨Hokkaido Festivals in 2025✨
(September Part 1. )

You’ll be surprised how many festivals Hokkaido has, because there are still so many more that I couldn’t cover.

Should I make this into a series?🤔Let me know if you like this kind of event updates!

👉🏼 Follow myeasternhokkaido for more Hokkaido travel tips

📆 1st Half of September

Sep 4–6 | Shrine Festival 📍Nakafurano
Sep 4–6 | Food Festival 📍Bibai
Sep 5–7 | Tokachi Marche (big food festival)📍Obihiro
Sep 6–7 | Seven Gods Festival 📍Abashiri
Sep 6–7 | Community Festival 📍Rusutsu
Sep 6 | Fireworks Festival 📍Otaru
Sep 7 | Gourmet Festa 📍Mukawa
Sep 7 | Community Festival 📍Shibetsu
Sep 7 | Wine & Grape Festival 📍Furano
Sep 7 | Harvest Festival 📍Kiyosato
Sep 7 | Air Show 📍Chitose
Sep 7 | Potato Harvest Festival 📍Makkari
Sep 7 | Mushroom Festival 📍Aibetsu
Sep 7 | Cosmos Festival 📍Engaru
Sep 9–10 | Community Festival 📍Tsubetsu
Sep 12–Oct 13 | Sake & Snack Market 📍Otaru
Sep 12–Oct 4 | Autumn Fest 📍Sapporo
Sep 13–15 | Food Marche 📍Asahikawa
Sep 13–15 | Food Festival 📍Rusutsu
Sep 13–14 | Water Wheel Festival 📍Chitose
Sep 13–14 | Food Festival 📍Iwamizawa
Sep 13–14 | Fireworks & Food Festival 📍Kushiro
Sep 13–14 | Mochi Festival 📍Iwamizawa
Sep 14–Oct 13 | Illumination Event 📍Sounkyo 2025-08-29 13:03:56 .. 38 -91% 5 -76%
🤔 Do you think it’s natural or man-made?

📍Godzilla Rock in Utoro, Hokkaido, Japan
Follow myeasternhokkaido for Hokkaido travel tips✨ 2025-08-28 13:56:26 🤔 Do you think .. 2 -100% 0 -100%
myeasternhokkaido ⬅️Follow for more Hokkaido tips✨

One of Hokkaido’s best summer food is… corn🌽
The best season is August and September.

✅ Seicomart sells boiled ones, easy to grab while traveling!

😋 Have you ever have corn in Hokkaido yet? 2025-08-25 15:12:35 myeaste.. 49 -88% 2 -90%

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