Life and Craft
As the cherry blossoms fall, other beautiful and exciting flowers such as shibazakura and tulips begin to bloom. I’m sure when most people think of Hokkaido, their first thought is of a snowy white wonderland. But did you know Hokkaido is also famous for its stunning flower fields? The famous lavender and sunflower fields are […]
Japan is famous for its beautiful cherry blossoms, known as sakura 桜 in Japanese, and its amazing festivals. The cherry blossoms in Hokkaido don’t begin to bloom until the very end of April, but they are the true sign that spring has arrived. Cherry blossoms are so small and delicate that they only bloom for […]
In winter, Hokkaido becomes a magical white wonderland. From the end of December, light fluffy snow falls softly from the sky (and sometimes more heavily in a snowstorm), blanketing everything in a cover of pure white. Along with the snow, the temperature plummets into the negatives, and most rivers and even the ocean in some […]
How did I end up living in the northernmost island of Japan, Hokkaido? Well, let me tell you all about it! My First Encounter To begin with, I’ll tell you what first sparked my interest in Japan, albeit a small one initially. You might be guessing, anime or manga right? That’s close, but not quite! […]