Let’s Talk About Hokkaido: No Rainy Season

 

Dialog:

A: I’m glad we don’t have a rainy season in Hokkaido.

B: Yes, it’s nice we can enjoy a dry summer.

A: Dry? I still think it gets hot and sticky here.

B: But, Hokkaido is much drier than Honshu.

 

Discussion Questions:

1.   Describe 3 advantages or disadvantages to Hokkaido’s climate compared to other parts of Japan.

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2. What do you like to do on rainy days?

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3. What is your favorite Hokkaido season and why?

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Canadian Comparison Capsule:

北海道には梅雨がない

カナダにも梅雨はありません。また、本州地域はもとより北海道に比べても湿度が低く、カラリとした気候です。夏はカナダ旅行の最も良い季節と言われる所以です。ロッキー山脈に訪れたり、野外キャンプ、湖でのスポーツや魚釣り等が楽しめます。