You can exchange the combo ticket for a voucher at the green restaurant diagonally opposite the entrance; it can be used as a meal voucher. Asahiyama Zoo is absolutely stunning in the snow!
The exchange went very smoothly. I'm very grateful to the staff at JR Shin-Chitose Station for being so friendly and welcoming. They also recommended some delicious food in Otaru. It was very easy to use. Now that you buy it, you'll also get a free Hokkaido Amazing Pass. Self-guided travelers can really take advantage of it.
The itinerary was quite tight, with little room for delays, making it feel like a rush. However, being able to see multiple attractions in one day was a plus. The animals at Asahikawa Zoo were quite nice and adorable. Lunch was a quick and dirty affair, so it certainly wasn't particularly tasty. Biei's Blue Pond is beautiful, but I didn't have time to savor it. The souvenir shop had some good ice cream, and I also bought some small items. Many of the shops at Elf Terrace were closed, so I ended up doing some quick shopping. The tour guide was very friendly and provided all the necessary information. She also shared some information about Hokkaido and recommended Sapporo cuisine, which was quite helpful. If you're not looking for an in-depth tour, this small tour is highly recommended.
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Asahikawa Weather and climate
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Asahikawa year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 0–13°C, with fluctuating temperatures and a significant difference between day and night temperatures. Rainfall is moderate. Common activities: Viewing the melting snow scenery, enjoying spring outings, and visiting facilities related to the Asahikawa Winter Festival. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, long pants, and rain gear.
Summer (June–August): Average 18–23°C, warm and humid, with relatively high rainfall, particularly in August. Common activities: Outdoor activities, mountain climbing, and visiting Asahiyama Zoo. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, short-sleeved shirts, and rain gear.
Autumn (September–November): Average 4–18°C, cool and comfortable, with relatively high rainfall and a large temperature difference between morning and evening. Common activities: Autumn foliage viewing, enjoying onsen (hot springs), and savoring seasonal autumn cuisine. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirts, and comfortable shoes.
Winter (December–February): Average -7–0°C, cold and dry, with frequent snowfall and low temperatures. Common activities: Skiing, ice sculpture festivals, and snow activities. Recommended clothing: Thick warm clothing, down jacket, snow boots, hat, gloves, and scarf.
Asahikawa climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 8°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1198 mm / Summer humidity: 65%–75% / Rainiest month: August
Asahikawa monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
-7.2°C
66.7
February
-5.8°C
47.3
March
0.4°C
51
April
8°C
49.3
May
13.4°C
70.3
June
18°C
121.7
July
22.8°C
142.7
August
23.2°C
186
September
18.1°C
120.7
October
10.5°C
120.7
November
4°C
115.3
December
-4.5°C
106.3
Asahikawa weather for the next seven days
11/6
Thursday
Moderate rain
12.1°C/1.7°C
11/7
Friday
Moderate rain
4.1°C/-1.9°C
11/8
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
1.6°C/-2.2°C
11/9
Sunday
Moderate rain
8.3°C/-2°C
11/10
Monday
Moderate rain
5.6°C/1.4°C
11/11
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
3.7°C/1.1°C
11/12
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
5.9°C/-0.1°C
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