The best time to visit Chitose is summer (June to August) and winter (December to February). Summer is suitable for cherry blossom viewing and outdoor activities, and winter is suitable for snow viewing and participating in snow festivals.

What are the must-see attractions?

The Lake Shikotsu Ice Wave Festival and Lake Shikotsu Lakeside Walk are must-see attractions in Chitose. The Lake Shikotsu Ice Wave Festival is held in winter and displays beautiful ice sculptures and illuminations.

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JR PASS: Hokkaido Rail Pass

Hokkaido One-Day Tour: Toyako Onsen, Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley, Showa Shinzan, & Lake Shikotsu with Optional Bear Ranch Package (Departure from Sapporo) | Japan

Hokkaido Bus Ticket: Sapporo City / New Chitose Airport - Rusutsu / Niseko Ski Resort | Japan

Hokkaido New Chitose Airport (CTS) - Sapporo City and Surrounding Areas Private Transfer | Japan

Hokkaido New Chitose Airport (CTS) One-Way Private Transfer | Japan

Hokkaido Salmon Hometown Chitose Aquarium Ticket | Japan

Airport Transport from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Sapporo / Lake Toya / Otaru / Furano / Biei / Hakodate / Niseko / Hoshinoya / Noboribetsu / Rusutsu

Hokkaido Tomamu Ski Resort Shuttle Service from New Chitose Airport (CTS) / Sapporo Hotels | Japan

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Hokkaido Furano Ski Resort Transfer Service from New Chitose Airport (CTS) / Sapporo Hotels | Japan

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One-way charter transfer service between New Chitose Airport (CTS) and Sapporo city, surrounding areas, and ski resorts

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Chitose, Hokkaido | Sumibi Kushiyaki Ebisuko(炭火串焼き えびすこ)| Seat Reservation Only

Chitose City, Hokkaido | Izakaya PRONTO(プロント 新千歳空港店)| Seat Reservation Only

Chitose, Hokkaido | Izakaya Unagi no Shingetsu (Unagi no Shingetsu Chitose Branch) | Seat Reservation Only

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Chitose, Hokkaido | Sumibi Kushiyaki Ebisuko(炭火串焼きえびすこ)| Seat Reservation Only

Chitose City, Hokkaido | Izakaya PRONTO(プロント新千歳空港店)| Seat Reservation Only