EDITORIALS
The contrast between the white of the snow and the blue of the water is beautiful in winter. The beautifully frozen Aoi Ike (Blue Pond) in Biei, etc. [Hokkaido Mirai Notebook (71)
Here are three of the best photos of Hokkaido's beautiful scenery taken and submitted by our readers!
Beautifully frozen "Aoi Ike" (Blue Pond) in Biei Town
This is Blue Pond in the early morning when it is snowing.
I photographed the warm rays of the sun reflected on the lightly iced over pond.
The strong sunlight only slightly thawed the ice.
Submitted by ryo7192.
City, Town and Village where the photo was taken: Biei Town
A word from the Domingo editorial team
The contrast between the white of the snow and the blue of the water through the ice that has just frozen over adds to the beauty of the pond.
Even after the blue water surface is obscured by snow, visitors can enjoy the winter lights 💡.
Relaxing Gomphid Seals (Rumoi City)
Wild sarus seals have become an annual tradition in Rumoi City.
If you go early in the morning, you can see them relaxing in the tetrapods.
They were sleeping comfortably in the morning sun.
Submitted by SHIHO.SSS
City, town and village where the photo was taken: Rumoi City
A word from the Domingo editorial team
From late fall to winter, dozens of wild largha seals come to the coast of Rumoi City to overwinter!
They return to the north in the spring, so you can only see them in winter ❄.
Oysters and Whiskey (Atsukishi Town)
Atsugishi Whisky "Oyster Lullaby" can be drunk only in the town.
I was in charge of the label painting.
Please enjoy it while feeling the scent of the sea and the climate of Atsukishi-Bay.
On this day, we served oysters with a drop of whiskey.
Posted by Ms. Kana Harada
City, town, and village where the photo was taken: Atsukishi-cho
A word from Domingo editorial department
Oysters, a specialty of Akkeshi, are famous for being eaten raw all year round 🦪.
The taste varies depending on the season, so you will never get bored of it.
Oyster Lullaby," an Atsukishi whiskey named after such specialty oysters, is a perfect match!
It is a must-try while feeling the sea breeze of Atsukishi.
Hokkaido Mirai Note
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