Videos

YUBARI Ep. 1 - MELON KUMA [melon bear]

by snowlocals
Oct 2019 - 697 views

Melon Kuma is probably the most unique yet simple mascot in Japan -it's a bear with a half melon half bear for a head - that comes from Yubari (the melon rich town on the island of Hokkaido) and a bear that is (was) frequently found on Hokkaido.

Director: George Knowles

7 PERFECT WINTER DAYS IN HOKKAIDO

by snowlocals
Oct 2019 - 435 views

SnowLocals has created a video to showcase some of Hokkaido's best features.

There is everything you'd expect from your perfect week in Hokkaido:
Deep powder, night skiing, private outdoor onsens, sushi, bustling Sapporo city evenings, cute tourist streets, ancient temples and a bluebird day overlooking the sea of Japan to finish off the trip.