[2024 Noboribetsu Stay] Travel Guide for Dai-Ichi Takimotokan (Updated Nov)

Hokkaido: A Dreamy Winter Wonderland.

Here is a travel guide for Hokkaido: Must-Visit Attractions - Mount Hakodate: Take a cable car to the top of the mountain to enjoy a panoramic view of the bay at night. The view is one of the world's top three night views, along with Hong Kong's Victoria Harbor and Italy's Naples. - Lake Toya: This volcanic lake and active volcano, Mount Usu, are part of the Toya-Usu UNESCO Global Geopark. The lake never freezes in winter, and there are fireworks in summer. - Otaru Canal: Made famous by the movie "Love Letter," the canal is lined with unique craft shops. The winter scenery is especially romantic and nostalgic. - Blue Pond: A famous tourist attraction in Biei, the pond's blue water and surrounding scenery are like a fairy tale. - Cape Kamui: Enjoy the breathtaking view of the deep blue sea, known as Shakotan Blue. - Lake Akan: The fifth largest freshwater lake in Hokkaido, known for its marimo algae balls. The beautiful round marimo balls, over 15 cm in diameter, are a sight to behold. Food Recommendations - Jingisukan: Grilled lamb with onions, bean sprouts, and special sauce. The meat is tender and not gamey. - Butadon: Pork rice bowl from Obihiro, Hokkaido. The rice and pork are of high quality, and the original butadon is a must-try. - Soya Black Beef: A premium Japanese beef. Try it at SteakHouseVin in Hokkaido, which has a Michelin star. - Sapporo Ramen: A representative dish of Hokkaido, including Sapporo miso ramen, Hakodate salt ramen, and Asahikawa soy sauce ramen. Try them at the original Sapporo Ramen Yokocho or other ramen streets. - Uni Don: Loved for its delicious taste and nutritional value. The uni don at Hakodate Mura is authentic. Accommodation Recommendations - The Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa: Ideal for ski season, with a Michelin-starred restaurant. - Hoshino Resorts OMO7 Asahikawa: Convenient location with many nearby facilities. - Hotel WBF Hakodate Watatsuminoyu: Enjoy the hot springs and relax. - Dai-ichi Takimotokan: A historic Japanese-style hot spring hotel. Note that check-out time is early. Transportation Guide - Air: Hokkaido has New Chitose Airport, Hakodate Airport, and more. New Chitose Airport is the largest. Take the JR express train or bus from the airport to Sapporo. - Train: JR Hokkaido's rail network covers the entire region. Buy a JR Hokkaido Rail Pass for unlimited rides on JR trains for a certain period. - Car: Self-driving allows for flexible itineraries. Hokkaido's roads are in good condition. Other Tips - Festivals: Hokkaido has popular festivals like the Yosakoi Soran Festival, Sapporo Lilac Festival, and Sapporo Snow Festival. - Souvenirs: Try Shiroi Koibito and Rokkatei Marusei Butter Sandwich.

Largest onsen hotel

Dai-Ichi is the largest onsen hotel in Noboribetsu, the hotel is so huge that is divides into different wings. There are two types of room here, there are western room ( which means with proper beds) and the traditional Japanese room ( with Futon beds and tatami mat). We booked the traditional Japanese room and we love it! The tatami is so comfortable and the bed is soft as well, the toilet is well equipped and the TV is huge and modern enough. They also gave us some welcome snacks and green tea. The onsen here are really huge! There are 3 outdoors onsen and a few different indoor onsen. I personally love the outdoor one. The onsen is hot enough and the snow make the onsen extra satisfying! There are also steam room and sauna in the onsen. You can just shower here after the onsen, they provide facial cleanser, toner and moisturiser. The shampoo selection is good too! I think this is a perfect place for family trip, all ages will love this place! There are direct bus from Sapporo station, we also took a direct bus from here to the airport. It’s the best way to end your trip!

Free slow sashimi and snow crab leg

It’s definitely a food heaven if you love sashimi and snow crab! We stayed at Dai-Ichi at Noboribetsu and we booked for their buffet dinner as recommended by our friends. I am so glad that I booked this place, there are so many sashimi and all of them are very fresh! I created my own sashimi bowl with overflowing ikura, I’ve never eaten such delicious bowl of sashimi bowl like this!! There are also free flow of giant snow crab leg, it was so sweet and meaty!! I don’t think you can find anything like this in Sg :( I had so many of this and it was so so good!! I also love the sweet potato salad , I was told that the sweet potato in Hokkaido it’s extra sweet and it’s true! There are also a great selection of dessert corner, with free flow soft serve ice cream and daifu! I was so full at the point and such a pity that I can’t try all of them, I’ll definitely come back again and stay at this place!

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🐻The pasture is near the hotel. The first picture is Lake Judd, very beautiful. The hotel has so many hot springs! They have various effects. The outdoor ones are so comfortable. It's amazing to soak in the hot springs while it's snowing. The lower body is hot while the upper body is cold. 🥶

How can I go to Hokkaido without a hot spring? How can I stay in a hot spring hotel? It is a very famous hot spring hotel in the local area. It is also very good on the Internet. It has been 159 years old since its opening. It has a quaint Japanese traditional style and a very good location. It is very close to Hell Valley. , you can walk. The room was specially selected. The room was quite spacious. On the tatami floor, the tea table was placed on the tatami. You can sit and drink tea and rest. After returning in the evening, the waiter has already laid the bed and feels very warm. The yukata in the room is very nice. When you go to the hot springs, you must change it. There are five kinds of hot springs in it, the pools are very large, and there are open-air hot springs, which are very cool. Its interesting to have a big golden stick in the lobby of the hot springs. Every hour there will be a little ghost coming out to report the time. In addition, the hotel's buffet breakfast and dinner are very good, a wide variety, a variety of sashimi, seafood and Japanese cuisine are super delicious, cost-effective.