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Hokkaido
The northernmost of Japan's four main islands and one of its 47 prefectures. Known for its cold winters, natural scenery, dairy farming, and seafood.
北海道は冬がとても寒い。
Hokkaido is very cold in winter.
北海道の牛乳はおいしい。
Hokkaido milk is delicious.
北海道は日本で一番広い都道府県で、自然が豊かだ。
Hokkaido is the largest prefecture in Japan and rich in nature.
北海道 is the northernmost and largest of Japan's 47 prefectures.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 北海道旅行: trip to Hokkaido
- 北海道産: produced in Hokkaido
- 北海道大学: Hokkaido University
CULTURAL NOTE:
北海道 is home to the indigenous Ainu people (アイヌ}{民族). Its capital is 札幌, known for the annual snow festival (雪まつり). The region is famous for dairy products, seafood, and winter sports.