The Hokkaido Tourism Organization has launched a special website focused on wine tourism in Hokkaido.
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It introduces places where visitors can drink, eat and explore across Hokkaido, which is attracting growing attention as a destination for alcoholic beverages.
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Here are the details.
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“Hokkaido ni Yoishirete”
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The newly launched special website is titled “Hokkaido ni Yoishirete.”
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In recent years, new wineries and sake breweries have opened one after another, and Hokkaido is increasingly drawing attention as a destination for alcoholic beverages.
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Producers across the region are making use of Hokkaido’s vast land and climate in their pursuit of distinctive drinks.
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Hokkaido is also renowned for its food. Pairing local cuisine with local beverages offers another way to experience the character of each area.
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“Hokkaido ni Yoishirete” features wineries where visitors can tour facilities and buy souvenirs, along with places producing sake, whisky and beer that make use of Hokkaido’s climate and natural environment, as well as local food.
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A Resource for Wine Tourism
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The Hokkaido wineries featured on the site are introduced by Masahisa Abe, Representative Director of the NPO Wine Cluster Hokkaido.
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Wine tourism is not simply about visiting wineries. It is “a journey to enjoy a region through wine,” including its history, climate, local ingredients and food culture.
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Abe encourages visitors to look beyond the broad label of “Hokkaido wine” and pay attention to the characteristics of each place and each wine.
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Hokkaido is a wine-producing region attracting attention from around the world.
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If you would like to discover more of its appeal, take a look at “Hokkaido ni Yoishirete.”
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Reference
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Official “Hokkaido ni Yoishirete” website
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https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/hokkaido-ni-yoishirete/
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