S01E01 Winter in Mt. Yotei, Niseko
Niseko has become synonymous with hitting the slopes in Hokkaido. The fine snow lures skiers from Japan and abroad. Tune in to take a ride on the lift and revel in breathtaking views of Mt....
Wild Hokkaido!
S01E14: The Flowering Mountain, Mt. Furanodake
Today's stage is Mt. Furanodake, located in the Tokachi mountain range within the greater Taisetsu mountain range. Mt. Furanodake is known as the treasure box of alpine plants since it has around 100 species, approximately 1/5th of the entire number of alpine plant species in Japan. Our show's host will try trekking through the Tokachi mountain range with a mountain guide to experience the dynamic mountains that stand over 2000 meters tall. In addition, we will see rare footage of a flower known as the "Queen of Alpine Plants", as well as the Northern Pika, which crossed over from a different continent during the ice age.
Overview
Be immersed in nature's beauty. Discover Hokkaido at its wildest and best as our presenter guides you through its amazing experiences.
Episodes
S01E02 Kushiro: Dancing with Nature
Our new program "Wild Hokkaido!" offers tourist information highlighting the wonderful nature of Hokkaido. In this episode, actress Charlotte Kate Fox visits the Kushiro area of eastern Hokkaido. After taking in the magnificent landscape of...
S01E03 Mt. Hakodate
In this episode, we are visiting Hakodate in southern Hokkaido, which is gathering increased attention since the bullet train started its operation. Right next to the city stands the home to a breathtaking rich nature,...
S01E04 Furano, Torinuma Spring
In this episode, we are visiting Furano in central Hokkaido. The cultivated flat lands have been used to create lavish lavender fields, a popular attraction among foreign tourists. Torinuma is one of the few remaining...
S01E05 Sea of Otaru
In this episode, Charlotte Kate Fox visits Otaru, which is a 45-minute drive from Sapporo. The retro canal is a very popular tourist attraction. Otaru was a prospering town in the past and fished over...
S01E06 Chitose River
In this episode, our stage is the city that is home to the New Chitose airport and is known as the Sky's gateway to Hokkaido, Chitose. The Chitose River, which flows through the city, is...
S01E07 Lake Toya
In this episode, our stage is a popular tourist destination that is also registered as a "UNESCO Global Geopark", Lake Toya. The caldera lake that was created 110,000 years ago creates a myriad of breathtaking...
S01E08 Mt. Usu
Our stage today is Mt. Usu, a registered UNESCO Global Geopark. Our host will visit the Volcano Science Museum and explore the crater that was formed by the eruption of 2000. Steam rises from the...
S01E09 Early Summer in Niseko
In this episode, we will visit the town that is home to numerous world-renowned ski resorts, Niseko. We will introduce a side of Niseko's vast nature that can only be experienced during its short summer...
S01E10 Kushiro Wetland
Our stage today has the largest surface area of its kind in Japan, the Kushiro Wetlands. Our host will canoe down a river that flows through that wetland. Due to the quietness of canoes, it...
S01E11 The Forest of Shimukappu
This episode's stage is Shimukappu, located near the center of Hokkaido and a 90-minute train ride away from Sapporo. Forests cover 90% of Shimukappu's landscape. Mesmerizing fog covers the lush faces of the mountains from...
S01E12 Summer of Taisetsu Mountain Range
This episode’s stage is the Taisetsu mountain range in central Hokkaido, with peaks that reach heights of 2000 meters. The Taisetsu mountain range has been appointed the largest national park in Japan, with an area...
S01E13 The Forest of Higashi-Taisetsu
Today's stage is the forest of Higashi-Taisetsu, located close to the center of Hokkaido. The rich forest of Higashi-Taisetsu has a mixture of coniferous and broadleaf trees as well as over 150 types of birds...
S01E14 The Flowering Mountain, Mt. Furanodake
Today's stage is Mt. Furanodake, located in the Tokachi mountain range within the greater Taisetsu mountain range. Mt. Furanodake is known as the treasure box of alpine plants since it has around 100 species, approximately...
S01E15 Shiretoko, Brown Bears of the Shore
This episode's stage is the Shiretoko Peninsula, a registered World Natural Heritage Site. Shiretoko is well known for having one of the highest Brown bear population densities in the world. Our show’s host, Charlotte Kate...
S01E16 Summer on Mt. Yotei
Our stage today is Mt. Yotei, located in the Niseko area. It is also known as “Ezo Fuji” due to its beautiful figure. The mountain, which can be circled in about an hour by car,...
S01E17 Autumn on the Coast of Shiretoko
The stage today is the coast of Shiretoko, a registered World Natural Heritage Site. A commanding landscape created by volcanic rocks spreads across the coast of Shiretoko. This unique ecosystem created by the symbiosis of...
S01E18 Sapporo in Autumn
This episode features Hokkaido's largest city, its capital Sapporo, with a population of two million. The host of this program will climb Mt. Moiwa (531m), a destination easily accessible from Sapporo's city center by streetcar....
S01E19 Niseko Mountain Range in Autumn
This episode's stage is the Niseko area, which is a 2- to 3-hour drive from New Chitose Airport. With winter approaching, we'll fully enjoy the magnificent nature of the Niseko mountain range, beautifully colored with...
