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Tomakomai / Sip sake by the sea

MeowScore 😸86/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

February

Experience stunning ice sculptures at the winter festival.

🐾😻
january

Cat cafe and ice breaking ship tours

🐈❄️
february

Winter festival with ice sculptures

🐳🍣
march

Whale watching season and seafood festivals

🌸🧖
april

Cherry blossom viewing and onsen (hot springs)

🐎💜
may

Horseback riding and lavender farms

🍺🥾
june

Beer gardens and hiking

🎆🌊
july

Fireworks festival and ocean activities

🕯️🍽️
august

Obon festivals and eel cuisine

🍂🍶
september

Autumn leaves and sake breweries

🎃🦐
october

Halloween events and seafood markets

🦢⛷️
november

Crane watching and skiing

🎣✨
december

Ice fishing and winter illuminations

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Tomakomai is relatively affordable, with both budget and high-end options available. However, the overall cost of living in Japan can be higher than other tourist destinations.

Check out local markets and convenience stores for affordable food options, and compare prices at multiple stores before making purchases.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit/stopover

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit/stopover

Tomakomai is a small city with not much to do, so visitors usually only stay for a short time before moving on to other destinations in Hokkaido.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Cash is preferred, credit cards may not be accepted in some places. Splitting bills is not common, but can be requested.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber and high-speed broadband available

excellent Availability

Most areas covered with internet services

great Cellular

Good coverage, slightly slow speed

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

JPY

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biking possible

Mixed infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent sidewalks, some parks

LGBTQ tolerated

Neutral

Catnip fields, fish markets and cozy cat cafes are the highlights of this seaside town.

Meowvellous place to relax and enjoy the great outdoors while getting pampered like the royalty we are.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Oiwake Jingu Shrine
🏛️
Tomakomai City Museum
🦊
Lake Utonai Wildlife Conservation Center
🌳
Tarumae Garo Gorge
🐟
Tomakomai Fish Market

The mainstream

🙏
Oiwake Jingu Shrine

A serene catshrine surrounded by lush nature. Feel the calming atmosphere as you stroll among the sacred trees and purrayers. Take a moment to ring the lucky catbells and make a pawse for gratitude.

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Tomakomai City Museum

Uncover the rich history of Tomakomai, from its Ainu and fishing roots to its modern catformations. The museum also hosts seasonal cathibitions and events that will awaken your inner curiosity. Whisker you waiting for?

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🦊
Lake Utonai Wildlife Conservation Center

Discover the magnificent native feline life of Tomakomai. Observe graceful birds and amphibians as they share their home with the endangered Hokkaido red fox. A pawsome conservation effort you can support!

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🌳
Tarumae Garo Gorge

A breathtaking catwalk through a dramatic canyon. Follow the river trail to witness stunning waterfall paws and rock formations. A catventurous hike for all feline explorers!

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🐟
Tomakomai Fish Market

The purrfect place to taste the freshest fish and seafood. Watch as the cat chefs prepare your meal right before your paws. Don't miss the chance to try the famous Hokkaido crabs!

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Off the beaten path

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Lake Utonai Wildlife Conservation Center
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Tomakomai City Museum
🌋
Mt. Tarumae
⛩️
Horomitouge Shrine
🍣
Tomakomai Fish Market

Off the beaten path

🦢
Lake Utonai Wildlife Conservation Center

A serene sanctuary for migratory birds, otters, and other indigenous species. 🦆🐟🍃

Google Maps
🏺
Tomakomai City Museum

Explore the rich history of Tomakomai, from its Ainu roots to modern day industries. 🏛️🔬🎥

Google Maps
🌋
Mt. Tarumae

A challenging but rewarding hike up an active volcano with panoramic views of the Hokkaido island. 🌋🥾🗻

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⛩️
Horomitouge Shrine

An ancient shrine amidst dense forest, with stunning views of Tomakomai Bay. 👹🌳🌊

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🍣
Tomakomai Fish Market

Come and taste the freshest seafood caught directly from the Pacific Ocean by local fishermen. 🦑🐟🦀

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biking possible

Mixed infrastructure

walkable -ish

Decent sidewalks, some parks

LGBTQ tolerated

Neutral

Mindful meoweler tips

Enjoy Delicious Seafood

Tomakomai is known for its fresh seafood that can be enjoyed at local izakayas and restaurants. Don't forget to try their specialty eel dishes and locally brewed sake!

Witness the Beautiful Cherry Blossoms

During springtime, Tomakomai is a hotspot for cherry blossom viewing. Take a stroll through the parks and enjoy the picturesque scenery.

Experience Hokkaido's Nature

Tomakomai has many natural wonders to explore, such as Lake Utonai and Tarumaezan volcano. Take a hike or bike ride and immerse yourself in Hokkaido's beautiful landscapes.

Useful external sites

www.tomakomai-port.jp/en

Tomakomai Port↗

Official website of Tomakomai Port

www.japan.travel/en/destinations/hokkaido/tomakomai

Welcome to Tomakomai↗

Introduction to Tomakomai attractions and travel information

www.city.tomakomai.hokkaido.jp/en/index.html

Tomakomai City Official Website↗

Official website of Tomakomai City

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