Hokkaido Prefecture

Hokkaido Prefecture is located in Hokkaido region, Japan.

Overview
Hokkaido, the northernmost of Japan’s main islands, is known for its volcanoes, natural onsens and ski areas. Rugged Daisetsuzan National Park is home to steaming, volcanic Mount Asahi. Shikotsu-Toya National Park contains caldera lakes, geothermal springs and a Mount Fuji look-alike, Mount Yotei. Popular ski resorts include Rusutsu, Furano and Niseko.