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NEXCO EAST Hokkaido Regional Head Office (Atsubetsu-ku, Sapporo) has issued the "Hokkaido Drive Guide 2023 Spring/Summer Edition" with the aim of promoting driving tourism in Hokkaido. 94,000 copies will be distributed free of charge at (SA) and parking areas (PA), roadside stations, New Chitose Airport, etc.
The Hokkaido Drive Guide is a compact information magazine that is perfect for traveling, containing useful information for driving, such as restaurants and tourist facilities in various parts of Hokkaido, and points to note when driving Expressway. By presenting the screen of this magazine or the web version, you can receive benefits such as discounts at 55 listed facilities.
Enjoy an exciting spring and summer driving trip in Hokkaido with the Hokkaido Driving Guide!

1. 1. Special theme of this issue

1. Hokkaido Ballpark F Village
   Centered around the home of the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, Es-Con Field HOKKAIDO, a ball park like a town where you can experience restaurants, facilities, and activities that convey the uniqueness of Hokkaido is born!



2. Hokkaido Top 100 Drive
   We introduce 100 selected places in various parts of Hokkaido as recommended drives in spring and summer.
   Please enjoy the beautiful scenery and scenic spots that will cleanse your soul.



3. Latest Sweets Zuccott Cake
   Zuccott is a hemispherical sponge filled with plenty of cream, semifreddo, and fruit.
   Zuccott cake is said to be the next trend after the Maritozzo boom in Reiwa 3rd year.
   This time, we will introduce shops in Hokkaido where you can eat Zuccott cake.

2. Recommended pickup in the area! ～ Southern Hokkaido, Central Hokkaido, Northern Hokkaido, Eastern Hokkaido ～

Introducing recommended restaurants and sightseeing spots in each area.
By presenting the screen of this magazine or the web version, you can receive benefits such as discounts. We asked the promotion bureaus to tell us about the attractions of the area.

3. Hokkaido Smartphone Stamp Rally 2023

The “Hokkaido Smartphone Stamp Rally 2023”, which you can participate by simply registering on your smartphone, is being held until March next year. The Hokkaido Drive Guide introduces the "Hokkaido 5 Great Iburi Heritage Trip" and "Slow Art Trip" as driving routes where you can enjoy collecting stamps. In addition, in the web version, we will also introduce "Ororon Line Drive with a view of the sea".

Four. HOKKAIDO LOVE! ​Michimichi Toku Free Pass

"HOKKAIDO LOVE! ​Michimichi Toku Free Pass" has been available for sale and use throughout the year since April. As a result, it is possible to plan trips using the ​HOKKAIDO LOVE! Please take advantage of the attractive benefits as well!

Five. A wonderful gift for 40 people by lottery from those who answered the reader survey

If you answer the web questionnaire, you will receive a wonderful prize. We have prepared recommended gourmet foods from each area in Hokkaido, so please apply.

6. Main distribution location

1. Each SA / PA in Hokkaido
2. New Chitose Airport, Hakodate Airport, Asahikawa Airport, Tokachi Obihiro Airport, Tancho Kushiro Airport
3. All roadside stations in Hokkaido
4. Hokkaido Sapporo Tourist Information Center, Dosanko Plaza stores, Tomakomai West Port Ferry Terminal, Otaru Ferry Terminal, major car rental company stores

• The business days and hours of the listed facilities are subject to change. Please check in advance before going out.