From Tomamu: Asahiyama Zoo & Asahikawa 1-Day Bus Tour ~Experience Sightseeing & Local Gourmet in a Seamless Round-Trip~
- Experience the heartwarming charm of Asahiyama Zoo, where you can meet adorable animals and see their different behaviors change with every season.
- Satisfy your cravings at Asahikawa Ramen Village! Home to the city’s top-rated shops, it’s the perfect place to savor authentic Asahikawa Ramen—one of Hokkaido’s "Big Three" ramen styles.
- In 2024, the brewery evolved into the all-new "OTOKOYAMA SAKE PARK." Beyond learning about the history and craft of sake, the facility now features fun attractions like a sake-bottle-shaped slide, making it a must-visit for both adults and children.
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Get there on your own |
| Minimum participant requirement | 1 traveler |
| Tour types | None |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
Product Info
Purchase Notice
If the bus will operate and seats are available, reservations can be made online until 17:30 the day before departure. Please note that you may not be able to make a reservation due to fully booked.
Depending on road/weather conditions, a tour might be delayed or cancelled. You won't receive any refund when cancelling under such condition.
Depending on road conditions, you will spend less time at the zoo. Due to the schedule change, you might be missing some events such as MoguMogu time (feeding time).
Information about tour
Place of departure and destination: From Tomamu
Number of days of travel:1Day
Means of transportation:Bus
Name of bus company:Mainichi Bus
Meal(s): 0
Minimum number of passengers to operate. 0
Number of GUIDE：0
Tour Operator Information
Company Name:Hokkaido Access Network Co.,Ltd.
Address: Hokuto Building 2F, 10-11, Odori Nishi 6-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido, 060-0042, JAPAN
Tel: 81 (0)11 200 0506
Registration No.: Hokkaido Governor Registration Tourism Industry No.2-485
Membership: The All Nippon Travel Agents Association (ANTA)
Contact Information
Department Name:Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Hokkaido Team
Address: 18th FL, Nissay Sapporo Bldg, 1-1 Kita 3 Jo Nishi 4 Chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido 060-0003 Japan
Tel: +81- 11-798-5191
Opening hour :10:00~18:00
(Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
General Travel Services Manager ：Kenji Nagamine
*The Tour Operations Manager is responsible for transactions related to your travel at the sales office handling your travel arrangements.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to contact the above-mentioned Tour Operations Manager.
Please read and understand the Terms and conditions below.
[Travel Terms and Conditions:Domestic Package Tours]
(https://www.access-n.jp/summer2026/ft_yakkan.html)
[Travel Agency Terms and Conditions:Section of Package Tour Contract]
(https://www.access-n.jp/summer2026/ft_jyouken.html)
Reminders
Meeting Time
Please come to the meeting point 10 min prior to your departure and 15 min prior to your departure if you are departing from the airport.
About the meeting time, please make sure to come to the meeting point. The bus won’t wait for passengers who haven’t arrived before the departure time. We treat those passengers as non-participants without any notice.
All courses require a reservation. The bus will not make stops at places where there is no reservation (several areas).
Please check your meeting point before your departure date.
Notes
Smoking is not allowed on the bus.
Please be seated anywhere you like. However, we might ask you to take a seat on an allocated seat when the bus is full.
Please refrain from talking on the phone on the bus.
Please make sure to fasten your seatbelt.
Please be considerate and try not to disturb others.
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 the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
While specific show times for the penguin walk or feeding vary by season and day, visitors to Asahiyama Zoo can typically find the daily schedule upon arrival at the park entrance or through the official zoo website. The zoo is renowned for its unique 'motive display' enclosures that allow animals to exhibit natural behaviors, including popular penguin events.
Asahiyama Zoo is famous for its innovative 'motive display' enclosures, allowing visitors to observe animals' natural behaviors up close. You can see penguins swimming through a transparent tunnel, seals gracefully moving in a cylindrical tank, and various other animals like polar bears and wolves in environments designed to showcase their unique characteristics throughout the changing seasons.
To fully explore Asahiyama Zoo and enjoy its unique exhibits, it is generally recommended to allocate at least 2 to 3 hours. This allows ample time to see the diverse animal displays, including the famous penguin walk and underwater seal tunnel, and appreciate how the animals' behaviors change with the seasons.
At Asahikawa Ramen Village, you can savor authentic Asahikawa Ramen, which is one of Hokkaido's "Big Three" ramen styles. The village brings together several of the city's top-rated ramen shops, each offering their unique take on this rich, soy-sauce-based broth often topped with char siu pork, bamboo shoots, and green onions. It's a perfect stop to experience local gourmet.
The OTOKOYAMA SAKE PARK, evolving in 2024, offers a fascinating journey into the history and craft of sake brewing. Visitors can explore exhibits showcasing sake production and its cultural significance. Beyond educational insights, the park now features fun attractions like a sake-bottle-shaped slide, providing entertainment for both adults interested in sake and children looking for playful activities.
Asahiyama Zoo is widely popular due to its innovative approach to animal displays, known as 'motive display,' which highlights the animals' natural behaviors in spacious, engaging habitats. This allows visitors of all ages to observe creatures like penguins, polar bears, and seals up close in dynamic settings, fostering a deeper connection and understanding of wildlife throughout the year.
This 1-day bus tour provides seamless round-trip transportation directly from Tomamu, ensuring a convenient and hassle-free journey to Asahiyama Zoo and the attractions in Asahikawa, such as the Ramen Village and OTOKOYAMA SAKE PARK. The bus handles all inter-site travel, allowing you to relax and enjoy the sights without worrying about navigating public transport or driving.
During your visit to Asahikawa city on the tour, key highlights include savoring authentic Asahikawa Ramen at the renowned Asahikawa Ramen Village, home to several top-rated eateries. You can also explore the OTOKOYAMA SAKE PARK to learn about sake brewing history and enjoy its family-friendly attractions, offering a blend of culinary delights, cultural insights, and entertainment.
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