Is Hokkaido Expensive?

Is Hokkaido expensive to visit?

While Hokkaido is a popular destination, it is also very affordable and not expensive to visit. The average daily cost is just $0. This is actually one of the main reasons why it's so popular with tourists. When compared to other cities in Asia, many travelers find it to be a very affordable destination. It's in the top 10% of destinations in Asia for its affordability, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to other cities in the country.

Hokkaido has popular destinations that attract plenty of visitors. One of the most expensive places to visit is Sapporo. For more affordability, you can visit Sapporo.

Sapporo, Japan (©Y.Shimizu/©JNTO)

How expensive is Hokkaido?

Travelers spend an average of $0 per day when visiting Hokkaido (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. You can stay fairly close to this average if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Hokkaido here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Hokkaido?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a weekend trip to Hokkaido costs around $0 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $0.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Hokkaido?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to Hokkaido will cost around $0 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $0.

Is it expensive to backpack in Hokkaido?

With more than 8 hostels around town, Hokkaido is a fairly popular backpacker destination. Hostels usually cost an average of $21 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Hokkaido.

• $21 for a dorm bed at The Stay Sapporo
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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Hokkaido?

In Hokkaido, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $0 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is more than the country's average of $0.

• Snowshoeing Adventures in a Winter Wonderland - Sapporo: $230
• Time Slip Experience in Hakodate with Custom Dress: $58
• Hakodate Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $92
• Sapporo Custom Full Day Tour: $210
• Sapporo Afternoon Walking Tour 2h 30mins: $53
• Friday only! A Japanese food experience where you can enjoy hand-made soba noodles and a luxurious Japanese lunch! !: $164
• Half-day (4 hours) Sapporo city Tour: $184
• Half Day Hakodate standard Tour with English guide: $230

Is food expensive in Hokkaido?

In Hokkaido, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $0 per day on food, which is more than the country's average of $0.

• Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour: $82
• Japanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Local Professional in her Lovely Home: $88
• Private Market Tour, Cooking Class and Lunch with a Local in Sapporo: $82

Is transportation expensive in Hokkaido?

The prices of local transportation in Hokkaido can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $0 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $0. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.