Does Hokkaido snow all year?
Does Hokkaido snow all year? In addition to the mountains, urban areas such as Sapporo and Asahikawa are also shrouded in snow, and roads become covered with a layer of ice. January and February are the coldest months, during which the central and northern parts of Hokkaido experience heavy snowfall. Snowfall can continue until early May.
What is the best month to visit Hokkaido?
With its exceptional fall foliage found all around the island, autumn is one of the best seasons to visit Hokkaido. The weather stays pleasant through September, but nights start to get chilly from mid to late October. Leather, fleece, or thick denim jackets are a must during these months.
Is Hokkaido better than Tokyo?
The relaxed, cool and spacious vibe of Hokkaido contrasts so differently to the hustle and bustle of Japan's megacity capital. Hokkaido frequently tops the charts for the most attractive prefecture in Japan — scoring 73.4 in 2021 on the Regional Brand Survey — in comparison, Tokyo scored fourth, with 47.5.