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An Island on a Crystal-Clear Blue Sea: 'Benten Island from Above (Tomari Village)' and More [Hokkaido Mirai Note (68)]
From the wonderful Hokkaido scenery photographed and posted by all of you, we will introduce three carefully selected posts again this time!
Benten Island from Above (Tomari Village)
Benten Island, located between two tunnels, was a stop on a journey.
Viewing it from above reveals the entire island along with the Shakotan Blue sea, and the road built along the coast makes you feel the grandeur of the Earth.
Contributor: bnr34likegamer
Municipality of photo: Tomari Village
A word from the Domingo editorial team
Benten Island, located across from Sakazuki Beach in Tomari Village, is close to the Shakotan Peninsula, offering views of the beautiful Shakotan Blue sea!
It is also known as a legendary island, and it's said that many people visit this power spot to pray for fertility or to find a good partner. 👏
It would also be lovely to view it from your car while on a drive. 🚗
Curing Salmon Toba (Otaru City)
In autumn, salmon are hung in the cold wind to dry and make salmon toba.
This process creates a delicious, savory snack packed with flavor!
It's a classic autumn scene in Hokkaido!
Contributor: nana43shi
Municipality of photo: Otaru City
A word from the Domingo editorial team
There are various theories about the origin of salmon toba; one is that it began with the Ainu people drying salmon, and another is that it's called "toba" (冬葉, winter leaves) because it was dried in winter. 🐟
It can be considered a seasonal tradition in Hokkaido as winter approaches!
Just looking at the photo, you can almost smell the salmon toba. ✨
'Horomai Station,' the Setting of a Film (Minamifurano Town)
This station was used as "Horomai Station" in the movie "Railroad Man (Poppoya)" and has remained out of service since being affected by a typhoon in 2016.
I love its slightly melancholic atmosphere, which makes you feel as if a train might arrive at any moment!
Contributor: 84_film_84
Municipality of photo: Minamifurano Town
A word from the Domingo editorial team
JR Ikutora Station became a filming location for a movie under the name "Horomai Station." 🚉
Many film sets and merchandise are on display, and some of the buildings have been preserved as they were.
It's a spot where you can take wonderful, nostalgic photos!
Hokkaido Mirai Note
Hokkaido Mirai Note is a project that collects photos of Hokkaido taken by everyone on Instagram and compiles them on a website as a single notebook to connect to the future.
Please post your favorite photos of Hokkaido on Instagram with the hashtag #北海道ミライノート or #hmnote.
