Hot spring retreat in northern Japan becomes the place to be for Indian curry

Authentic flavor meets serene mountain setting a day trip from central Sapporo

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The chicken masala curry is the most popular menu item at Hoheikyo Onsen's restaurant. (Photo by Sakura Hashikawa) 

SAKURA HASHIKAWA, Nikkei staff writer

SAPPORO, Japan -- A unique combination of a tucked-away mountain retreat and Indian curry has become a big attraction for foreign visitors on Japan's northern main island of Hokkaido.

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