【Winter Limited】Asahiyama Zoo, Shirogane Blue Pond Illumination & Shirahige Waterfall｜Hokkaido Day Tour
- Enjoy a relaxed late-morning departure, allowing you to start your day at a leisurely pace before heading out on a comfortable bus to explore Hokkaido.
- Experience an in-depth visit to Asahiyama Zoo, where you can observe animals up close and witness their unique behavioral displays.
- Witness the magical winter illumination at Biei's Shirogane Blue Pond, where snow and light create a dreamlike, ethereal landscape.
- Visit the magnificent Shirahige Waterfall and collect multiple iconic spots in one trip to fully experience the unique charm of Hokkaido in winter.
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Departure Time | Late Departure (After 9 am) |
| Minimum participant requirement | 1 traveler |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Family-friendly | Free for children under 2 (no seat) |
| Seasonal | Winter Snow Exclusive |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Bus tour |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Product Info
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A dream itinerary crafted for winter! No need to rush for the first entry of the day; our thoughtful late-morning departure allows for a more relaxed pace. Capture the essence of Asahikawa and Biei's winter scenery at the perfect time. Visit Asahiyama Zoo to experience unique 'behavioral displays' and feel the vitality of polar bears and polar animals up close. Delve into Biei to visit the dreamlike illumination of the Shirogane Blue Pond and the blue-and-white Shirahige Waterfall, leaving you with the most romantic winter memories of Hokkaido!
Asahiyama Zoo, the northernmost zoo in Japan, is famous for its unique 'behavioral displays' that showcase animals in their most natural and graceful states.
Get up close and feel the vitality of polar bears, seals, and other animals in the snow.
The most popular winter activity is the 'Penguin Walk,' designed to help penguins get enough exercise during the winter. Seeing them waddle on the snow is incredibly healing! Penguin Walk start time: The event is scheduled to begin in late December each year, with the specific start date depending on actual snow conditions at the site.
Located in the Shirogane Onsen area of Biei, this waterfall has a drop of about 30 meters. Groundwater gushes out from the gaps in the rocks, flowing into the Bieigawa River (Blue River) like white whiskers. In winter, the surrounding frost-covered trees and the blue river water create a majestic and dreamlike icy landscape.
Biei Shirogane Blue Pond (Winter Night Illumination). Biei's famous 'Blue Pond' reveals a mysterious atmosphere in winter that is completely different from summer. When the lake surface freezes and is covered with pure white snow, combined with the special winter night illumination, the light refracts between the dead trees and the snow, creating a poetic and magical night view.
Purchase Notice
【Travel Conditions】
Departure/Return: Sapporo/Asahikawa
Duration: Day Trip
Transportation: Chartered Bus
Bus Operator: Satsuran Bus or Hokkaido Area Bus
Meals: Breakfast 0, Lunch 0, Dinner 0
Accommodation: None
Minimum Participants: 1
Tour Escort: 1
Guide: 0
【Travel Planning/Implementation】
Company Name: Wonder Styles Co., Ltd.
Address: 7F, Ena Square Odori Building, 6-10 Odori Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
Registration Number: Hokkaido Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-862
Travel Agency Association: None
【Sales Agency】
KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.
2F, WESTALL Yotsuya Building, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004
Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner Registered Travel Agency No. 2045
Affiliated Organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Reminders
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Please note that this is a group tour shared with Japanese guests and only provides 【Japanese-language service】. There will be no tour guide, but there will be Japanese-speaking staff on the bus.
Children aged 0-2 can join for free without a seat, but we do not recommend bringing them for safety reasons. If you choose to bring a young child, you must inform us at the time of booking. If no prior notice is given and the bus is full, the driver reserves the right to refuse boarding based on safety regulations. If a child under 2 requires a seat, please purchase a full-price ticket and note it in your booking. Children aged 3 and above are charged the same as adults.
Penguin Walk start time: The event is scheduled to begin in late December each year, but the specific start date depends on actual snow conditions at the site. If there is insufficient snow, it may be delayed or suspended. Please note that the Penguin Walk only takes place during the snowy season and will not be available before snow has accumulated or after it has melted.
If any section of the highway is closed on the way to or from the destination, the tour will be rerouted via national or prefectural roads. Rest stops may also be changed to roadside stations (Michi-no-Eki). Depending on arrival time, the time spent at Asahiyama Zoo may be significantly reduced, and in the worst-case scenario, it may not be possible to visit at all. If a visit is not possible, we will refund the admission fee. Thank you for your understanding.
Please note that due to winter road conditions and unpredictable traffic, travel times may be delayed. In rare cases, it may not be possible to arrive on time to participate in the penguin walk. We appreciate your understanding regarding these force majeure factors.
Depending on weather conditions or crowds, the time spent at each attraction may be reduced, and in rare cases, some attractions may have to be cancelled. Additionally, to ensure a smooth itinerary, the order of visits may be flexibly adjusted based on real-time conditions. Thank you for your understanding.
This is a fixed-route group tour. All passengers must adhere to the stay times at each attraction as arranged by the tour guide or driver. To protect the rights of all passengers, latecomers will be waited for for a maximum of 5 minutes. No exceptions. Those who fail to board on time must arrange their own transportation to meet the group at the next stop.
If you have large luggage, please register it with customer service when booking. During the tour, please keep your passport, cash, and valuables with you at all times. We are not responsible for any loss, theft, or damage. Only packaged light snacks or drinks with lids are allowed on the bus. If the interior of the vehicle is soiled, passengers will be required to pay for cleaning according to local Japanese vehicle cleaning standards.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 11 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 8 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
