MANILA -- Filipinos will soon be able to fly direct to Sapporo from Manila.
On Thursday, Philippine Airlines formally announced its newest flight to Sapporo, the largest city in the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido.
Currently, Manila-based travelers need to make a stop at either Tokyo or Osaka to get to Sapporo either by plane or bullet train.
Sapporo is considered an ideal gateway to Hokkaido, which is dubbed as “Japan’s last frontier” because of its abundant natural beauty.
These 15 photos taken in Sapporo and its neighboring towns will make you want to book a plane ticket:
SNOWFESTIVAL: Every February, Odori Park transforms into a Japanese winter wonderland for the Sapporo Snow Festival. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
NIJOMARKET: At Nijo Market, a small fish market near Odori Park. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
SUSUKINO: At Susukino, the main nightlife center in Sapporo. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
SOUPCURRY: Soup curry is a dish that originated in Sapporo. This version comes with pork, chicken, vegetables, and rice topped with cheese. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
JINGISUKAN: This Mongolian mutton barbecue dish and Sapporo specialty is named after – you guessed it – Genghis Khan. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
MISOBUTTERCORNRAMEN: Another famous dish in Sapporo is miso ramen topped with butter and corn. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
CORN: And speaking of corn, it’s perfectly fine to eat it raw here in Sapporo. Make sure to try the white variant. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
CHOCOLATE: Looking for dessert? If you’re a fan of the Shiroi Koibito European-style cookies, its manufacturer (Ishiya Co.) has a factory-park in Sapporo that is open to visitors. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
KINOTOYA: Kinotoya has already opened in Manila, but nothing beats the experience of trying freshly baked cheese tarts in Hokkaido, where it all began. Make sure to try their soft serve ice cream as well. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
OTARUCANAL: Just a 30-minute train ride from Sapporo is Otaru, a small harbor city known for its beautifully preserved canal. It is also one of the spots featured in the Filipino movie “Kita Kita.” Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
SHINSHINOTSU: Another day trip option from Sapporo is Shinshinotsu, which is surrounded by farmlands. During winter, it is a popular spot for ice fishing. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
FARMTOMITA: Farm Tomita in Nakafurano is around a three-hour bus ride from Sapporo. It offers beautiful views of flower fields that change with the seasons. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
SHIKISAINOOKA: From Farm Tomita, you can also visit Shikisai No Oka, a larger flower farm in the neighboring town of Biei. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
ROYCECHOCOLATEWORLD: Before you leave Sapporo, drop by Royce Chocolate World at the New Chitose Airport. This shop and mini museum offers over 200 varieties of original products. Royce, after all, originated in Sapporo. Karen Flores Layno, ABS-CBN News
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