5 stories surrounding Nissho peninsula

Hidaka and Tokachi are geographically adjacent, yet with different historical paths.
Food and culture, plants and natural landscape that exist there.
When you look at each aspect, the characteristics of each region emerge distinctly.
A special experience through the comparison of 2 regions.
In that experience, you may find your unique “story.”

A travel story surrounding a horse

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A travel story surrounding a horse

Hidaka, the largest horse producing region in Japan. In Tokachi, workhorses established the pioneering foundation, and its history remains in Banei Races. They are both deeply involved with horses, yet the 2 regions have fostered different horse cultures. You can experience the history of Hokkaido development by examining the regions through horses.

Personal Story

a young female horseback riding guide

Came to Urakawa, from a school in Chiba Prefecture, for the horses: a young female horseback riding guide

Banei Horse Racing jockeys

Father and son, 2 generations devoted to the profession: Banei Horse Racing jockeys

A travel story surrounding plants and flowers

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A travel story surrounding plants and flowers

There are many colorful, large-scale gardens in Tokachi, where extensive open fields spread. Hidaka has Mount Apoi, a UNESCO Global Geopark, which is a treasury of numerous valuable endemic alpine plant species. 2 types of beautiful scenery and nature welcome those who visit.

Personal Story

Tokachi cheese missionary

Opened a cheese factory from the love of the water in Nakasatsunai: Tokachi cheese missionary

Mount Apoi Geopark guide

Grew up in Samani, and protects and passes along the history and culture of Samani: Mount Apoi Geopark guide

A travel story surrounding wild animals and the forest

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A travel story surrounding
wild animals and the forest

Seals gather at Cape Erimo, where you can enjoy the beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean. Rekifune River has had the honor of having the most limpid water in Japan. Deep forest to the Hidaka Mountains, and the animals that live there. Surrender your body to the magnificent nature to experience the unique taste of nature in Hokkaido.

Personal Story

Sea kayak tour guide

Made the seals at “Erimo” into a tourist attraction: Sea kayak tour guide

Expert of the forest in Taiki town

Utilizing life experience and work on the mountains for activities in nature: Expert of the forest in Taiki town

A travel story surrounding the ocean

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A travel story surrounding
the ocean

Nissho peninsula is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean. There is a gathering spot for the seals, perfect for the sea kayak tour, and one of the best surfing spots in Japan in this ocean with an amazing view. You can fully enjoy the ocean, with the unique environment of this region.

Personal Story

A high school surfer

A transfer student, who came from Chiba Prefecture seeking the waves in Hiroo: A high school surfer

A travel story surrounding food

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A travel story surrounding food

Konbu (Kelp) and Tsubu (Whelk) grown in the ocean of Hidaka, and fish from the nearby waters. Natural cheese and soft-serve ice cream made with milk created naturally in Tokachi. A newly popularized “Sumomo (Japanese plums).” Obihiro’s famous Butadon (Pork rice bowl). It is packed with Hokkaido foods to satisfy both your stomach and heart.

Personal Story

Sarabetsu Agricultural High School school project

Developed many products featuring local specialties: Sarabetsu Agricultural High School school project

Artisan from the cheese kingdom of Tokachi

Developed his own cheese from raw milk produced at a 100-year old farm: Artisan from the cheese kingdom of Tokachi

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