Hokkaido, Japan | Departing from Sapporo! One-day tour of Noboribetsu Jigokudani, Showa Shinzan, Lake Toya, or Usuyama in Hokkaido, Japan.

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- Meeting time (until November 1st to March 31st) -
Meeting point 8:30
-Meeting Point-
Meeting point: In front of the information center on the first floor of Sapporo TV Tower (meet 10 minutes before departure).

- Itinerary (from November 1st to March 31st) -
Depart from the meeting point at 8:40.
9:50 Zhongshan Pass (10-minute free study tour)
10:50 Lake Toya Observatory (25 minutes of free time for observation and learning)
11:30 Lake Toya Onsen Street (70 minutes free time for lunch)
12:50 Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch (40-minute free study tour)
14:25 Noboribetsu Jigokudani (35-minute free study tour)
16:10 Mitsui Outlet Sapporo Kita-Hiroshima (90-minute free study tour)
(Only during the Shikotsu Lake Snow Festival from January 30th to February 23rd, the Mitsui Outlet Sapporo Kita-Hiroshima will be visited instead.)
16:10 Shikotsu Lake Ice and Snow Festival (60 minutes of free time for observation and learning)
(Visit the Lake Shikotsu Snow Festival venue only during the Snow Festival period from January 30th to February 23rd)

- Return trip (until November 1st to March 31st) -
18:20 Get off in front of Sapporo TV Tower

【Zhongshan Pass】
Nakayama Pass, located on National Route 230 between Sapporo and Lake Toya, is a famous mountain pass that spans Kimobetsu Town and Jozankei. At an altitude of approximately 835 meters, Nakayama Pass is not only an important transportation route from Sapporo to the southern Hokkaido region, but also an excellent vantage point for viewing Mount Yotei, whose majestic form is known as the "Hokkaido Fuji."
Lake Toya Observatory
The Silo Observatory is located on the west shore of Lake Toya. From here, you can enjoy panoramic views of Lake Toya, the largest island in the center, Nakajima, Mt. Usu, and Showa Shinzan. Besides admiring the scenery, you can also sample authentic Hokkaido cuisine, including cream and yogurt made with the freshest milk, balloon milk pudding (a Hokkaido specialty), and souvenirs. Other outdoor activities are also available outside the observatory!
【Lake Toya Lakeside Hot Spring Street】
Enjoy a free lunch at the Lake Toya Onsen (hot spring) area. Free foot baths and hand baths are available around Lake Toya. Those interested are advised to bring their own towels, as they are perfect for relaxing and warming up in winter. On clear days, you can also see Hokkaido's Ezo Fuji: Mt. Yotei. Various man-made art installations are also located around the lake, allowing you to take photos while enjoying the beautiful scenery of Lake Toya.
【Showa Shinzan】
Formed by volcanic activity in 1943, Showa Shinzan is one of the newest volcanoes of the 20th century, with records documenting its entire eruption process. Active from 1943 to 1945, the volcano still emits smoke and is a designated Natural Monument of Japan at an elevation of 398 meters. The Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch houses approximately 100 purebred Hokkaido brown bears. Visitors can purchase apples, biscuits, and other food, and experience the fun of feeding the bears. The bears will stand and wave when they see you with an apple, or even bow and act cute. Some will lie down and perform comical actions to attract your attention. There's also a special observation room where you can feel the bears' presence through a small window, experiencing their power and even sensing their breathing. The bear ranch features Hokkaido brown bears, American black bears, and small bowl bears. Visitors can interact with the bears, feed them, and take photos. In spring, you can also see adorable bear cubs. ※Bear Ranch Ticket Price: Adults (high school students and above) ¥900, children (6 years and above) ¥500. Please refer to official information for details.
Noboribetsu Hell Valley
Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) is a volcanic crater remnant, a strange valley formed by lava after a volcanic eruption. One of the must-see attractions in Jigokudani, even without a Noboribetsu coin, is the source of Noboribetsu's hot springs. There are over ten types of hot springs here, each with its own unique characteristics; due to the rich variety of hot springs, it's often called a "department store of hot springs." The surrounding air is filled with a strong sulfurous smell, truly a scene from hell. Despite its barren landscape, the springs flowing from it are hot springs with special healing properties, with a flow rate of up to 3000 liters per minute, making it the largest hot spring source in Noboribetsu. Depending on the location, the water quality varies, reaching as many as 11 different types. People have been extracting water from Jigokudani for over a hundred years. The geysers of Jigokudani constantly emit billowing steam like roaring flames, making one feel as if they are in a fiery hell. Other small, unnamed vents trickle out water like weeping cries from the depths of the earth, truly living up to its name, "Jigokudani" (Hell Valley).
Mitsui Outlet Sapporo Kita-Hiroshima
*Only during the Shikotsu Lake Snow Festival (January 30, 2026 to February 23, 2026) will you not visit Mitsui Outlet Kita-Hiroshima, but instead visit the Shikotsu Lake Snow Festival venue.
Mitsui Outlet Sapporo Kitahiroshima, located near Sapporo, brings together numerous well-known domestic and international brands, offering generous discounts year-round. In addition to fashionable clothing and boutiques, the first floor also features a Hokkaido specialty shop where travelers can purchase souvenirs and limited-edition items. Shopping here allows you to sample authentic Hokkaido flavors, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and shopping during your trip.
Due to the Mitsui Outlet Park in Kita-Hiroshima, which is expected to shorten its operating hours at the end of the year and the beginning of the new year, and is scheduled to be closed for two days at the end of January for renovations, the itinerary will not include a visit to the Mitsui Outlet Park during this period, and the time spent at other attractions will be relatively longer.

【Lake Shikotsu Ice and Snow Festival (Ice Wave Festival)】
Please note that the visit to the Lake Shikotsu Snow Festival will only be held between January 30, 2026 and February 23, 2026. During this period, the Mitsui Outlet Shopping Mall will not be visited. Thank you for your understanding.
The itinerary does not include admission tickets to the Shikotsu Snow Festival. Please arrange your own admission. Adults (junior high school students and above): 1000 yen/person. Elementary school students and below: free. The Shikotsu Snow Festival (Ice Wave Festival) uses the clear and transparent water of Shikotsu Lake as material to create fantastic ice sculptures and ice buildings in the cold.
Giant icicles, ice tunnels, and ice slides shimmer with dreamlike brilliance under the lights, and at night there are also light shows and fireworks displays, creating a uniquely charming winter fantasy atmosphere.