It’s very spacious zoo, but not a lot of interactive attractions other than seeing the animals. Some animals didn’t come out bcs it’s still too hot in the September afternoon. Don’t recommend to travel from Sapporo just for the zoo but ok if it’s part of your day itinerary.
We used a chartered car to visit Lake Shikotsu and Jozankei on the same day.
We booked in advance and specified a Chinese-speaking driver. Closer to the booking date, we could communicate with the car rental company via a Line group, which made communication easier.
The driver arrived early and departed about 10 minutes ahead of schedule. Adjustments to the route and attractions were made smoothly throughout the trip. We were very grateful for the driver's service.
It's a small aquarium, but the animals come right up to the glass, so it was fun to be able to interact with them through the glass. There were many creative activities, such as feeding the marine mammals and learning about the animals, which was great. Also, in the penguin time corner, you can't help but laugh at the unexpected behavior of the overly free-spirited penguins. I had a very enjoyable time.
It's really convenient to use a jr pass to play around in Japan, and you can reserve reserved seats. In fact, taking two days of medium and long distance has paid off
Having traveled to Japan many times, usually by train and subway, this time with 16 family members, we decided to inquire about chartering a car due to concerns about the elderly's walking ability. During the price inquiry process, options ranged from 30,000 yen to 70,000-80,000 yen. When we inquired about KKDay's Daiin Co., Ltd. charter service, we noticed several advantages and ultimately decided to choose them: 1. Fair pricing: While not the cheapest, it wasn't the most expensive either, offering reasonable prices for different itineraries. 2. Excellent communication: The staff were very patient in answering all questions during the inquiry process, and they paid special attention to and handled any requests. 3. Flexible itinerary: The staff would immediately confirm, adjust, and notify the driver of any changes to the itinerary or time. 4. Reputable company: The company has Japanese business registration, a business license, and a green license plate, complying with all Japanese regulations. After arriving in Japan and experiencing their service, everyone in our group was full of praise. First of all, the driver was very punctual, always arriving early and notifying us immediately upon arrival. Whether it's airport pick-up and drop-off or a private car hire, they never make us wait or take detours. They even found the closest intersection to our guesthouse for us to drop us off. Furthermore, our driver, Mr. Ohno, was incredibly kind and considerate, always offering suggestions. He helped us with our luggage and arrived at the designated spot early to wait for us so that tired passengers could get in and rest. This trip using KKDay's private car service was a truly wonderful experience, and I'll definitely use KKDay-Ohno Co., Ltd.'s services again next year! 👍
Exchanging your QR code for a cable car ticket is very convenient; buying in advance is definitely the right thing to do. The scenery on the mountain is beautiful, and you can even see the night view. A highly recommended attraction!
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Hokkaido Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Hokkaido year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average -1.2–12.2°C, with fluctuating temperatures. Snow is possible in March, temperatures rise in April, and it is warmer in May. Common activities: Snow viewing (March), cherry blossom viewing (late April and early May), outdoor walks. Suggested clothing: Warm coat, sweater, long pants; light jacket and long-sleeved shirts in May.
Summer (June–August): Average 16.8–22.1°C, with comfortable temperatures but more rainfall, especially in August. Common activities: Hiking, camping, beach activities. Suggested clothing: Light and breathable clothing, rain gear.
Autumn (September–November): Average 9.6–16.9°C, with gradually decreasing temperatures. Autumn leaves turn red, creating beautiful scenery. Common activities: Maple leaf viewing, hot spring bathing, harvesting crops. Suggested clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved clothing, warm clothing (November).
Winter (December–February): Average -8.4–-1.2°C, cold and dry with heavy snowfall. Common activities: Skiing, snow viewing, ice activities. Suggested clothing: Heavy winter coat, hat, scarf, gloves, snow boots.
Hokkaido climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 7.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1426 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: August
Hokkaido monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
-8.4°C
58.4
February
-7.1°C
48.7
March
-1.2°C
65.6
April
7°C
70.7
May
12.2°C
88.9
June
16.8°C
175.4
July
21.4°C
144.5
August
22.1°C
250.6
September
16.9°C
179.5
October
9.6°C
144.3
November
3.1°C
117.6
December
-5.7°C
82.3
Hokkaido weather for the next seven days
10/6
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
18°C/10.8°C
10/7
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
15.5°C/8.6°C
10/8
Thursday
Sunny
15°C/7°C
10/9
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
17.4°C/7°C
10/10
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
19.7°C/11.4°C
10/11
Sunday
Partly Cloudy
19.7°C/10.3°C
10/12
Monday
Sunny
20.2°C/9.4°C
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