Hokkaido

Photos by Brent Verco
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Head north to Niseko, Hokkaido for first-class skiing, snowboarding and more

Niseko is a world-famous ski resort deep in Japan’s northernmost prefecture Hokkaido. The Niseko resort area is about a two-hour bus ride from Japan’s 5th largest city of Sapporo.
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Stationed in Japan? Breathtaking views you must see for yourself!

Around every corner of Japan lies an unforgettable sight. From the nostalgic and quaint to the grand and breathtaking, Japan’s diverse scenery is second to none! Here we present some of the most stunning views in the Land of the Rising Sun.
Photos courtesy of United Airlines
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United Invites MileagePlus members to donate miles to help Afghanistan Evacuee Aid Efforts

MileagePlus®Members can donate miles to non-profits providing air travel, medical care and meals to Afghan evacuees through United's mile crowd-sourcing platform, Miles on a Mission. United will match all donations up to five million miles.
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Visiting Hokkaido in Summer 2021: Ultimate Guide to Hokkaido Weather and What To Pack!

Here we'll share all about the weather in Hokkaido in summer, and the perfect clothing to wear. We'll also share why summer is the best time to visit Hokkaido!
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Company helping military community in Japan set up travel to Hokkaido

Stars and Stripes was able to chat to Brent Verco from Niseko Military Leave, who is currently setting up tours for U.S. servicemembers in Japan to experience Hokkaido.
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Sakuraco Snack Box: Take your taste buds on a trip around Japan!

I first started ordering subscription boxes starting with Try the World around 2013 or so, so when I saw the Sakuraco Authentic Japanese Snack Subscription Box popping up on friends’ social media recently, I was intrigued.
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The legend behind Sapporo Beer - Exploring the tastes and history of Japan’s pioneering beer

For lovers of Japanese beer, Sapporo is the holy land! The capital city of the northern island of Hokkaido and the birthplace of the beloved Sapporo Beer, Sapporo is home to Japan’s first beer brewery, only beer museum, and brims with countless mouthwatering attractions for a deep dive into Japanese beer culture.
Braving the cold winter air and snow to check out the iconic crab claw. Photo by Kim B.
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Iconic Monbetsu Crab Claw Statue in Hokkaido

Monbetsu, in Hokkaido's northeast, is well known for all things crab. The quality of the crab caught in the waters off this part of Japan is repeatedly touted as the country's best, and they celebrate it loud and proud here.
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Two-day trip to Hakodate, Hokkaido

Hakodate is Hokkaido Prefecture’s third most inhabited city. It is a popular spot among local and foreign tourists known for a variety of seafood delicacies like Yesso scallops, Ata mackerels, sea tangles or kombu, and squid. In fact, squid is the city’s symbol.