To help make your trip a wonderful one, we have a small but important request.
The beautiful nature and quiet townscapes you see are treasures we have worked hard to protect,
and they are also the places where we live our daily lives.
Please show respect for this irreplaceable natural environment and for the lives of the local people,and enjoy your journey through Hokkaido to the fullest.

• 1Enjoy mountain climbing and backcountry skiing with the right
  equipment (Submit a mountain
  climbing notification)

  Mountain climbing and backcountry activities are beautiful, but they can also be dangerous.
  To prepare for emergencies and to protect your own life,
  please be sure to submit a mountain climbing plan (itinerary) before departure and equip yourself with proper gear suitable for the weather and your destination.

  

• 2Winter roads are slippery and dangerous
  Slow down when driving or walking

  Snow-covered roads in Hokkaido are much more slippery than they may appear.Cars and pedestrians alike cannot stop suddenly.
  Whether you are driving or walking, the key to safety is to move calmly, without rushing, and at a slow pace.
  Please allow extra time in your schedule and enjoy your winter travels safely.

  

• 3Please avoid taking
  photos on tracks or roads

  Never enter railway tracks or roadways to take photos.
  Doing so is not only dangerous for you, but may also result in serious accidents involving trains or vehicles.
  Please enjoy taking photos from a safe location.

  

• 4Do not enter private property including
  Cultivated Land and Pastures

  Do not enter privately owned land without permission.
  These are delicate environments where crops are carefully grown and livestock must be protected from bacteria that may be carried in on shoes and clothing.
  To help protect important crops and animals, please do not enter private property.

  

• 5No Trash Bin?
  Take It with You

  Littering harms the natural beauty around us.
  Visitors are asked to take full responsibility for their waste and dispose of it correctly.
  Please help preserve Hokkaido’s natural beauty by taking your garbage with you.

  

• 6Please do not feed wildlife

  Human food can be harmful to animals’ health.
  To protect wildlife and the natural ecosystem,please do not feed wild animals.
  For everyone’s safety, observe them quietly from a distance.

  

• 7Keep noise down early in the morning and late at night

  Late at night and early in the morning are important rest times for local residents.
  In residential areas and around accommodations, please keep voices and noise to a minimum and enjoy a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere.

  

• 8Avoid crowds and explore quieter, charming spots

  Hokkaido’s charm goes beyond its famous tourist spots.
  Just a little farther off the beaten path, breathtaking scenery and peaceful places are waiting to be discovered.
  Why not avoid the crowds and enjoy a special journey as you find your own “hidden gem”?

  

• 9Follow proper bathing etiquette

  Hot springs are meant to be enjoyed by everyone.
  To follow Japanese custom, please wash thoroughly before entering the bath and keep towels out of the water.
  By doing so, you help maintain clean, warm water for all to enjoy a relaxing experience.

  

• 10Keep facilities and restrooms clean, and treat all equipment with care

  Keep public spaces and restrooms clean for everyone to enjoy.
  Treat facilities with care and leave them tidy for the next visitor—your small effort helps make travel in Hokkaido more comfortable for all.