What part of Japan’s climate is the most similar to the Pacific Northwest

Hey everyone, thinking about moving to Japan in the next few years as I get older and pretty open to anywhere in the country to be honest.

I do love the mountains and outdoor activities and would like a climate similar to Vancouver BC. It can be colder but not extreme cold. I grew up in Minnesota and am not dealing with the -40s F anymore. From my research it seems Hokkaido is pretty close but with a lot more snow so I'd prefer something a little more milder in winter but not a deal breaker. Another factor is dryness, I don't mind heat but prefer things to be green and lush. I'll keep researching myself but maybe someone here knows better.

Also I have been there once, visiting Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, and the Mt. Fuji area over a month period. Loved it quite a lot but the surrounding areas of Tokyo or Hiroshima as of now would be the only places I'd consider that I've been to.

And yes of course I'd go back and visit a place first in person before deciding to move there.