An untamed and unspoiled land of hot springs, mountains and snowscapes, Hokkaido is Japan’s northernmost and second largest island. A well-known haven for skiers, it also draws hikers in the warmer months with delicate wildflowers followed by stunning autumn leaves, and offers breathtaking adventure along the way. Hokkaido’s vast territory is home to remote islands Rishiri and Rebun, the nature-rich Kushiro marshlands and countless mountain ranges with trails and tracks just waiting to be explored.
Originally home to the Ainu people, Hokkaido’s traditions are deeply entwined with the natural surroundings and offer a unique experience to connect to the land. The surrounding seas and fertile land offer an abundance of delicacies, with world-class seafood and local specialties to sate the appetites of explorers day after day.
From exhilarating climbs to scenic cycle routes, the way to experience Hokkaido is through adventure. Taking time away from the busy metropolis and picturesque cities that fill the standard itineraries of Japan is guaranteed to reward the more adventurous traveler. Following distant trails, crashing through fast-flowing rivers and experimenting with natural hot springs, there are countless opportunities to explore the land and push your limits.
Combining scenic views and pedal-power, the cycling routes that map the island are the perfect introduction to the bounty of Hokkaido. While mountains dominate the skylines and arduous climbs can be found for those seeking a challenge, there are plenty of casual routes along coastal roads, riverside paths and through countryside towns. The island is loved by professionals and newcomers alike, with a wide range of sightseeing and competitive courses, not to mention the annual cycling events that pit the nations’ best against world-leaders.
With longer rides offering an opportunity for riders to take their time, there are plenty of opportunities to dine and stay with locals. Whether it’s a night in a traditional guesthouse or bunking down in a mountain lodge, sharing home cooked meals or discovering new dishes on quiet back alleys, each and every element can combine to create an unforgettable trip.
Choosing to use food as more than sustenance, the carefully crafted cycle tours of KNT-CT Holdings combine cycling with a host of delicacies from the land and sea. Hokkaido is well known across Japan and beyond as a bountiful island with a reputation for rich and delicious produce. Be it seafood, vegetables, meat or dairy, the highest-quality ingredients are combined to create regional dishes that energize and impress in equal amounts.
Surrounded by the seas of Japan and Okhotsk as well as the Pacific Ocean, Hokkaido is awash with some of the highest quality seafood in the world. Taking visitors for a true hands-on experience, KNT-CT Holdings’ unique tours offer opportunities to not only savor but also to catch and prepare local delicacies. In Shin-Hidaka Town, a cycling trip is combined with the rare chance to source and dry kelp before tasting a variety of dishes featuring kombu-dashi (kelp broth), one of Japan’s delicious umami bases. In Ishikari City, the chance to learn about the significance of salmon in the indigenous Ainu culture is explored at a local museum, with a delicious, locally made Ishikari-nabe lunch to round things off.
Designing the perfect trails with hand-picked restaurant stops, the tours of KNT-CT Holdings balance pressure with pleasure. Choosing handcrafted and family-owned options that can’t be recreated, they ensure visitors will sample the best of the island’s offerings along their journey, prepared by and shared with locals to bring the connection between land and people even closer together. In Hokkaido, the travel is only the start of the adventure.
KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. enables adventure and exploration across Japan with creativity, reliability and decades of experience. With Kinki Nippon Tourist and Club Tourism under its umbrella, KNT-CT Holdings runs a wide variety of experiences, each tailored to the needs and dreams of different travelers.
As tourism has changed and developed over time, we have adapted and grown to anticipate the needs of travelers new and old. With the impact of the coronavirus pandemic leaving indelible changes on the landscape of global travel, we have diversified to support and sustain travel within Japan’s more unexplored regions. The seamless integration of adventure travel into our itineraries allows the opportunity for unforgettable experiences with a distinctly Japanese design. Using our long-standing connections and community relationships, dedicated teams are able to craft trips with the thrill of adventure, the taste of tradition and a lasting bond with nature.
At KNT-CT Holdings, we have managed a range of trips and tours, including B-to-B and B-to-C, with a deep understanding of the organizational approaches best suited to both. Our interwoven approach has seen the successful delivery of education and corporate-focused tours as well as the support of MICE initiatives and community co-creation tours. Flexibility and creativity in planning and approach have supported these events, with no group too small or too large to experience the wonders available through our tours. Designed with the Sustainable Development Goals in mind, our travel offerings promote the concept of a shared global environment along with its protection.
In a new era of travel, we are boldly taking on the challenge of redesigning tourism with a focus on value-added adventure experiences. Combined with local and cultural knowledge, years of experience and sustainable design, we are at the forefront of adventure travel in Japan.
This cycling tour highlights the importance of Kombu (kelp), an essential part of Japanese tradition and cuisine, and helps participants feel the significance of the Kombu (kelp) industry that supports the local economy with all of their five senses.
Enjoy the cycling experience while feeling the wind of the sea of Japan, and get a taste of the delightful historical sites and local seafood along the way in this 4-day adventure.
The tour offers a wonderful opportunity to discover Hokkaido's frontier days and the development of cold-climate agriculture.
Our tour is full of history and culture related to salmon in the Ishikari region, where we'll cycle on roads along the Toyohira River and Ishikari Bay where salmon have been swimming upstream to spawn since ancient times.
The South District of Sapporo covers about 60% of the total land area of the city. The majority of it consists of forest resources, and as a result the district beautifully harmonizes urban attractions and nature.
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