Hokkaido is the northernmost of Japan's four main island prefectures, and is divided into Central Hokkaido, Southern Hokkaido, Northern Hokkaido, and Eastern Hokkaido, respectively. Surrounded by three oceans with different characteristics (the Pacific Ocean, the Sea of Japan, and the Sea of Okhotsk), and with mountain ranges and other topographical features, each region has a very different climate. Each region of Hokkaido has its own distinct look and feel, and the various climates and landforms offer a variety of landscapes to enjoy. The area is filled with nature that can only be seen here, such as the World Natural Heritage Site of Shiretoko, the lavender fields of Furano, the Kushiro Marsh, which is a Ramsar Convention-listed wetland, drift ice, and diamond dust. Hokkaido's most attractive feature is its gourmet cuisine, which is made from the freshest ingredients. Visitors can enjoy Jingisukan (Japanese mutton barbecue) raised in Hokkaido's magnificent nature, or sushi made with the freshest ingredients of the day and topped with thick, thick slices of fish. After enjoying the food, visitors can enjoy Hokkaido crafts such as carved wooden bears and music boxes as souvenirs. There are also many creatures that can only be seen in Hokkaido. For example, the cute Ezo squirrels, whose fur changes color from summer to winter; brown bears, famous for their wood carvings; and Ezo sika deer, which boast two to three times as much muscle mass as the two-tailed deer found in Honshu. Hokkaido is a fascinating place to enjoy fresh food while enjoying nature, creatures, and scenery that cannot be seen in mainland Japan due to its vast area and its special climate.