How much does it cost to travel to Hokkaido?

How much does it cost to travel to Hokkaido? Latest cost analysis and hot topic summary

With the arrival of the summer tourist season, Hokkaido has become a popular destination for domestic and foreign tourists. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the various costs of Hokkaido tourism and provide structured data reference.

1. Recent hot topics in Hokkaido tourism

1. The exchange rate of the Japanese yen continues to fall, making travel to Japan more cost-effective
2. The lavender season in Hokkaido is at its best.
3. New Chitose Airport adds new international routes, making transportation more convenient
4. Hokkaido Michelin Guide 2024 released
5. Summer Music Festival and Fireworks Display Schedule Announced

2. Details of Hokkaido travel expenses

3. Price comparison between peak season and off-season

4. Tips for saving money

1.Book in advance: It is recommended to book air tickets and hotels 3 months in advance during peak season to save 20-30%.
2.Travel during peak hours: Avoid Japan’s Golden Week (end of April to early May) and Bon Festival (mid-August)
3.Transportation package: Purchase the JR Hokkaido Pass. The three-day pass costs about ¥1,000 and allows unlimited rides on JR trains.
4.Food options: Choose a Michelin restaurant for lunch, the price is usually 30-50% cheaper than dinner
5.Duty free shopping: You can enjoy tax-free discounts when you spend 5,000 yen or more in a single store.

5. Recommendations for recent hot activities

1.Furano Lavender Festival(Mid-July to early August): Free admission, special lavender ice cream about ¥30
2.Sapporo Summer Festival(July 21-24): Free admission, surrounding hotel prices increase by an average of 50%
3.Otaru Canal Light Festival(July 1st - August 31st): Free visit, recommended accommodation budget ¥800-1200/night
4.Lake Toya Fireworks Display(Every night from July 1st to August 31st): Free to watch, surrounding hot spring hotels need to book in advance

6. Visa and insurance fees

7. Summary

The cost of traveling to Hokkaido varies greatly depending on the season, itinerary and consumption level. A budget trip for 5 days and 4 nights costs about ¥7,000-9,000, a comfortable trip costs about ¥12,000-18,000, and a luxury trip costs more than ¥25,000. It is recommended that tourists plan reasonably according to their own budget, pay attention to exchange rate changes and promotions, and book in advance to get better prices. The current exchange rate of the Japanese yen is at a historical low, making it a good time to travel to Japan.

Finally, a reminder that in addition to budget, itinerary planning also needs to consider weather factors and attraction opening hours. The average summer temperature in Hokkaido is 20-25℃, which is very suitable for summer travel. I hope this article can provide valuable reference for your trip to Hokkaido!