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"Hokkaido Drive Guide 2020-2021 Fall / Winter Edition" will be published

-Free distribution of 70,000 copies throughout Hokkaido from today-

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October 23, 2020
East Nippon Expressway Co., Ltd.
Hokkaido Regional Head Office

NEXCO EAST Hokkaido Regional Head Office (Atsubetsu-ku, Sapporo) has issued the "Hokkaido Drive Guide 2020-2021 Fall / Winter Edition" to support sightseeing in Hokkaido that has been depressed due to the effects of the new coronavirus infection, and from today, the service area in Hokkaido・ A total of 70,000 copies will be distributed free of charge at parking areas (SA / PA) and New Chitose Airport.
"Hokkaido Drive Guide" is a free information magazine that has been published twice a year since 2010. It contains information on sightseeing spots and restaurants in Hokkaido, as well as information on Expressway making it ideal for highway driving. is. At some of the listed facilities, you can get great benefits by bringing this magazine!
In addition, we have prepared the "Hokkaido Drive Guide WEB" (URL http://www.hokkaidodriveguide.com) for the first time so that you can view the information in this magazine on your computer, smartphone, or tablet!

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[Booklet cover]
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[WEB version top page]
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[Recommended spots in the area]

1. 1. Special theme of this issue

(1) "Hokkaido Curry Story" where you can meet the fascinating curry culture

Introducing curry information of classic long-established stores in Hokkaido and well-known stores known to those in the know, recommended by Masato Tamaki, also known as "Tama Verson", a spicy and curry coordinator.

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Image image of comment by Mr. Masato Tamaki, spicy & curry coordinator

(2) Must-see! "Winter seafood around the drive"

Hokkaido, which is getting colder, is the season when seafood is the most delicious. In the special feature, we will introduce the pretend soup in Southern Hokkaido, Ishikari Nabe in Central Hokkaido, raw oysters in Eastern Hokkaido, and octopus shabu-shabu in Northern Hokkaido. Embark on a drive trip around "seafood gourmet" all over the road and enjoy the unique taste.

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(3) Enjoy driving! "How to enjoy Hokkaido smartphone stamp rally"

As recommended driving routes, we will introduce the Central Hokkaido area route where you can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, gourmet food, and art, the Okhotsk area route where you can enjoy the magnificent nature and the spectacular winter scenery, and the Southern Hokkaido route where you can rediscover the charm through sightseeing and history exploration. .. The "Hokkaido Smartphone Stamp Rally" is being held for the longest period ever!
Get stamps at various spots! Please participate in the "Hokkaido Smartphone Stamp Rally"!

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What is "Hokkaido Smartphone Stamp Rally"?

If you collect stamps using the GPS function of your smartphone at stamp acquisition spots all over the road, you will win a luxurious prize by lottery! Participation is free!

2. Main distribution locations of drive guides

  1. All SA / PA locations in Hokkaido
  2. New Chitose Airport
  3. Hokkaido Sapporo Tourist Information Center, Dosanko Plaza stores, stores of major car rental companies
  4. All roadside stations in Hokkaido (scheduled to start distribution in November)

3. 3. "Hokkaido Drive Guide WEB" is born!

A website has been created where you can view information about our fun trips on your computer, smartphone, or tablet! It is convenient for collecting information before going out or while traveling. Please use all means.

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Click here for the website (QR code) image image

[New Coronavirus News]

NEXCO EAST, in order to prevent the Large the new coronavirus infection, in addition to wearing masks for employees who deal with customers such as employees of commercial facilities and tollhouse collectors, alcohol disinfectant solution is used in some commercial facilities. We are carrying out installation etc.
When you go out, please check the "new lifestyle" indicated by the country and the latest information sent by local governments such as Hokkaido.

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