2025 Shinhidaka Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

I was impressed by the cherry blossoms along the Nijukken Road Sakura-namiki in Shizunai, Hokkaido❗️ Shizunai is famous as a major horse breeding area, but it is also famous for the cherry blossoms along the Nijukken Road Sakura-namiki. Cherry trees are planted on both sides of the straight road that stretches for about 7 kilometers, and the distance between the cherry trees on both sides is about 20 ken (about 36 meters), which is why it got its name. It has also been selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots, 100 Best Roads in Japan, and a Hokkaido Heritage Site. Most of the cherry trees are mountain cherry trees, and more than half are said to be nearly 100 years old. There were also stalls set up during the cherry blossom festival, making it a very enjoyable cherry blossom stroll! #sakura #hokkaidotourism #hokkaidotrip #shizunai

2025/05/29 Stayed here on a business trip. They gave me water and bath salts when I finished the reception. This time I booked with the room selection plan, so I got a family room even though it was for business. There was also a baby bed. Great view. Breakfast was good with a wide variety of items. Personally, I liked the gratin and meat and potatoes. I also liked Lapin's Hizume bread (is it salt bread?)! Even though I was at work afterwards, I ate until my stomach was about to explode. #Shizunai #Shinhidaka #Hotel

0800 early birds have breakfast to eat, the hotel is very close to "Nijo Market", 5 minutes walk to Nijo Market to eat seafood rice (4580yen), seaweed is very fresh and sweet, great satisfaction! ❤️ Get up early to drive nearly three hours to "Twenty Roads Cherry Blossom Street Tree", to be quite disappointed, because the cherry blossoms have withered, thought they were seeing the red leaves🙈, so do not stay, fly to "Toda Memorial Cemetery Park" See 8,000 cherry blossom trees in full bloom at Toda Memorial Cemetery Park in Atsuta, Hokkaido, Japan. Until recently, it was thought that the cherry trees in the area were impossible to bloom. Atsuta is the hometown of Toda Josei (1900-1958), the second president of the Soka Gakkai. President Toda died on April 2, 1958, at the age of 58. He devoted his life to reviving the spirit of Buddhism in modern times. When the third president Daisaku Ikeda established the Toda Memorial Cemetery Park there on October 2, 1977, he imagined Japan's famous Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms - the cherry blossoms beloved by his mentor, President Toda, would be in full bloom in the park. He imagined how they would delight local residents. However, the trees here never grew. Temperatures that drop below minus 18 degrees Celsius (about 0 degrees Fahrenheit) can freeze the roots of trees, crack their trunks, and have many other natural obstructions. The park’s chief gardener, Tadashi Sasaki, decided to accept the challenge. For ten years, Mr. Sasaki worked tirelessly to carefully wrap the trunk of each tree to keep it warm and meticulously trimmed unnecessary branches and improved soil. Eventually, he succeeded in what many considered impossible challenges—the cherry blossom trees in Atsuta bloomed beautifully and lushly. “Today, Mr. Toda’s statue gazes at his hometown of Hokkaido like a loving father, surrounded by 8,000 cherry blossom trees… This eternal oasis of tranquility is indeed a symbol of Soka’s triumphant struggle,” said President Ikeda. Return to Sapporo for a round of food and drink, to avoid cherry blossom fatigue, in the evening 2000 temporary add trip to AOAO SAPPORO to see penguins (entrance fee 2200yen) Walk to 2200 to have dinner しゃぶしゃぶ豚神開到0400 One person before Shabushabu chose the Shiretoko pork package, plus a drink (2770yen) The portion is not much, the taste is good, the price is not too high value for money for Japan, but satisfies the appetite. Hotel Accommodation: VIA INN PRIME Sapporo Odori - JR West Japan Group

#0yentravel "◆Overview Riding Hills Shizunai is a place where you can experience horse riding, and it is a fun spot where you can interact with horses while surrounded by beautiful nature. Even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind, so it is perfect for visiting with family and friends! ◆Impressions The experience of riding a horse in the great outdoors was very pleasant and refreshing. The gentle movements of the horses were soothing, and the scenery was wonderful, so I was able to spend a truly comfortable time 🐎 ◆Access/Tips ・Easy access by car ・Advance reservations will make the experience smooth ・When riding a horse, it is best to visit in comfortable clothes

Hokkaido is renowned for its sushi, offering prices that are budget-friendly while maintaining a level of freshness comparable to high-end sushi restaurants. The seafood in Hokkaido is plump and tender, and during this visit, 80% of the sushi options were priced under 300 yen! The giant botan shrimp is a must-try, boasting rich flavor and a firm, springy texture. We ordered it multiple times! The fresh salmon is kept alive immediately after being caught, ensuring exceptional freshness. The restaurant is meticulous about the sushi rice, using high-quality rice produced in Hokkaido. The raw scallops from Hokkaido are uniquely sweet and have an unforgettable texture—once you try them, you'll never forget the experience.

It's a nice place with a view of the Pacific Ocean, but the weather changes quickly. This is a cute town called Shinhitakajo, 1 hour and 30 minutes from Sapporo. #Hokkaido #Japan

I visit the cherry blossom-lined road every year. This year, I went later in the year, so it wasn't in full bloom, but the late-blooming cherry blossoms were very beautiful. You can't eat Genghis Khan under the trees like in the old days, but there are now many restaurants where you can eat local Wagyu beef and other dishes. I hope that many people will enjoy it again next year. #Travelwithme #ShizunaiShinhidakamachi #CherryBlossomLinedRoad

#cherryblossom2024 Among the green fields, against the backdrop of the impressive Hidaka mountain range, there is the Nijukken road — an ideal place to admire the cherry blossoms in the city of Shizunai. Recommended To admire the cherry blossoms from early to mid-May Arrive early to park and take a walk in peace Do not forget water, food and a picnic mat: the length of the road is seven kilometers It is interesting The road was built in 1903 to get to the imperial farm Farm workers have been transplanting trees from the mountains for three years How to get there The bus ride from Sapporo Station lasts three hours. Then you need to take a taxi (15 minutes on the way) or take a local bus. If you want to arrive early, rent a car. Sakura Festival The city of Shizunai is always beautiful, but the festival in mid—May is the main event here of the year. Arrive early to park as close as possible to the middle part of the road where the shopping pavilions are located. You can go in any direction. After the walk, return to the pavilions, buy souvenirs and food, and then, like the locals, have a picnic under the sakura tree. Neighbourhood Near the eastern end of the Nijukken Road is the Ryuunkaku Manor, an elegant traditional building that is more than a hundred years old. Guests are allowed here during the festival. Take the chance to admire the beautiful architecture and listen to ancient music.

On the way from the Hidaka area to the Urakawa area, we passed a slightly elevated area and found this observation deck. It was a great observation deck overlooking the Hidaka area. This season, the area is covered in pure white snow. Clouds were rolling in as they crashed into the Hidaka mountain range. #Snowscape #Hokkaido #Observatory