Category Archives: Fun Experiences

Kanzy Acoustic Bar

By Ian | Published: March 9, 2010
Maybe it’s the beautiful sceneries; or perhaps the inspiringly abundance of nature; whatever the reason, I have come across many very talented musicians here in Hokkaido.  And you will find many of them at Kanzy Acoustic Bar in Date.  Whether you are in the mood for a jam session, or simply to enjoy others melody [...]
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Nyoro Nyoro Ice Cave – Ohtaki

By Ian | Published: March 8, 2010
One of the best things about living in Hokkaido is the endless number of outdoor activities.  One of the most famous for us Date city locals is the trek to the Nyoro Nyoro Ice Cave.  Every winter, as spring water drips off the icicles formed on the cave roof onto the floor, icicles grow from [...]
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Holiday Market Toya

By Ian | Published: March 8, 2010
A family business in the truest sense, Holiday Market Toya and her sister shop, Mem House, are treasure troves of trinkets and memorabilia. You will find items for everything from your coffee table to your kitchen table
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Bocca Milking Parlor

By Ian | Published: February 12, 2010
Bocca is a company here in Date that makes excellent diary product such as milk, ice cream, cheese, yogurt drinks and deserts.  They also operate 2 restaurants (one in Date and one in Sapporo) and a diary farm.  While the restaurants serve some of the best Japanese pasta around and is a favorite among the [...]
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Lake Hill Farm

By Ian | Published: February 9, 2010
If you like ice cream and beautiful sceneries, then you will love Lake Hill Farm.  In addition to serving some of the best ice cream in all of Hokkaido, Lake Hill Farm offers it’s visitors a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains and fun for the entire family.  The shop here at the farm offers [...]
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