IllustrationBorn and raised in Hokuto, Wataru still loves calling it home. From shops visited since childhood to stories passed down locally, Wataru shares a side of Hokuto that is hard to find in guidebooks. Even a small side street can lead to a favourite stop.
IllustrationDrawn by its natural beauty, Gaku moved to Hokuto ten years ago. Days off are spent walking in the mountains and forests, noticing how familiar places change with the season and time of day. Gaku helps first-time visitors find a rewarding walk and little moments worth stopping for.
IllustrationA lover of sake and food, Kaori enjoys exploring Hokuto’s breweries and local flavours. As a sake sommelier, Kaori shares ways to choose a sake to suit your taste and pair it with local ingredients. No prior knowledge is needed to discover what tastes good to you.